It would depend upon the wording of your stipulation at the time of the divorce as to whether she could get more money from you. It would also...

Yes, you should file a petition to terminate your support obligation. You need to file as soon as possible since it is only retroactive to the date...

Do I need to lawyer to file court papers?

You need to immediately retain an attorney and make sure you show up for the next court appearance. If an order to show cause was filed, your...

A mediator cannot grant a divorce. Only a court can grant a divorce. There would still need to be a filing to obtain a divorce even if all of the...

Can I move to another county for a better job?

If you are in court, you need to address these concerns with your lawyer. If you don't have a lawyer, you need to immediately retain experienced...

What are a fathers rights to a child if the parents are not married ?

If there is an acknowledgment of paternity filed with NYS, his rights are the same as those of married father. Your daughter should consult with a...

You are not going to be entitled to one-half a house that was your husband's separate property before you married. Ultimately, if there is a...

If my fiancé and I have our child while he is still in the process of divorce can his soon to be ex see my child’s birth certif?

Your fiancee's wife has no right to the records. She also has no right to dictate your child's name. He will have a right to a copy of the birth...

Do we have to mention income for uncontested divorce?

There is paperwork that has to be completed to obtain a divorce in New York. Both parties' income is usually contained in the spousal support...

If you meet the residency requirements, you can get divorced in New York. However, the question of whether you can use New York law to obtain...