What is a retainer agreement

A retainer agreement is the contract between a client and a lawyer. A written retainer is required for a lawyer to represent you in your case. The...

If you want a court order, even with an agreement, there must be an appearance (virtual on Teams in New York county) in court. The judge will go...

Will I get alimony and child support

If the children are living primarily with you, you should get child support. Whether you get spousal support which is called "maintenance" in New...

If your ex is making frivolous applications to the court, your attorney can request counsel fees. Divorce and custody trials are very expensive....

You should retain an experienced lawyer to represent you in a divorce proceeding. New York is an equitable distribution state where the division of...

Can the father of my kids order the courts to have me pay him for a tax refund he did not get?

No, the court will not make such an order. If you are the primary residential parent, you get to use the children as dependents on your tax return.

My wife and I recently separated. I am retaining the home and trying to figure out the best way to remove her from the deed?

You should retain counsel and have a written agreement that will be prepared by lawyers. The best way to transfer property is by way of a "bargain...

If your friend is living in New York, she needs to consult with an experienced New York divorce attorney. The attorney will explain the law and...

Which state must the divorce be filed in?

New Jersey and New York both most likely have jurisdiction to hear your case. The question regards "minimum contacts" of the non-resident spouse...

I have sent my papers in for a no contest divorce. My wife didn't sign. How long does it take for the judge to sign the divorce

Assuming there are no children and the paperwork was done correctly, prior to COVID-19 it would take anywhere from four to six months. Now that...