In NYC, #1 Do judges use their discretion, #2 Can they use their discretion...when calculating child support?
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Answered on March 23, 2025
New York has a statute used to determine child support. For cases under the cap, most judges rely on the figures determined by the statute. There...
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Do I have to continue paying my wifes phone bill during divorce even though it’s from my personal bank account?
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Answered on March 23, 2025
If the phone is not in your name and there is no court order or separation agreement requiring payment, you most likely do not have to pay the...
My name is on the deeds first and he’s telling me that he wants to buy me out for the price of one of my houses
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Answered on March 23, 2025
You need to have a consultation with an experienced matrimonial attorney. As a general rule, without a contract stating so, you cannot be forced to...
Husband received a personal injury settlement a year after being married and put house only in his name and wants a divorce?
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Answered on March 23, 2025
If the house was purchased solely with the money from the personal injury settlement where you were not named, the asset is separate property....
Will a legal separation agreement protect me and my personal assets in the event my spouse hurts someone while driving drunk?
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Answered on March 23, 2025
A legal separation is done by way of a separation agreement or lawsuit for separation. If you do not have your spouse's consent, the process can be...
What form do i need to fill out asking for maintenance responding to action for a divorce
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Answered on March 23, 2025
You need to have a consultation with an experienced divorce attorney in your area. The lawyer will explain your rights and what's involved in...
What if my child is still in college at age of 22 can he still get child support
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Answered on March 16, 2025
It depends upon the terms of your divorce by court order or written stipulation. If there is no writing extending child support beyond the age of...
My outcome type for motion to put divorce back on the calendar shows a status of denied, so I have to do the whole thing again?
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Answered on March 16, 2025
You need to discuss this issue with your attorney. If you do not have an attorney, you should consult with one to explain the situation to you...
Sale of marital home
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Answered on March 16, 2025
If you are in the middle of a divorce without a prenup or other written agreement or court order, a house cannot be sold until the case is settled...
Spouse Refuses to Sign Divorce Papers – What Now?
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Answered on March 16, 2025
You need to consult with an experienced divorce attorney to discuss your case. If a spouse is properly served with an action for divorce and fails...