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Can I get full physical and legal custody if the father abandoned his children and has had no contact in at least 4 years?
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Answered on February 23, 2020
If you have no agreement regarding custody, your case is considered a "contested divorce."
If your husband wants to be part of your children's...
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In a support violation proceeding, how do I add support that has accumulated from the date of petition to initial hearing?
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Answered on February 23, 2020
In family court, the court normally automatically calculates arrears that have accrued while the case is pending. Advise your support magistrate...
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Can he have support stopped?
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Answered on February 23, 2020
It really depends on how much time your son spends on overnights at his girlfriend's house. If he is spending almost all of his time outside the...
Is parenting time really not considered in calculating child support in New York? Household expenses?
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Answered on February 23, 2020
In answer to your questions:
1. Parenting time is rarely considered in calculating support since support is determined based upon income. A...
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Is it right for child supportto put a levy on my accountwhen we in court on this matter ?
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Answered on February 23, 2020
The suspension is most likely on the current order. The levy is most likely for unpaid arrears. You should seek the services of an experienced...
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I’m having trouble with the wording on this support order. Can someone help?
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Answered on February 23, 2020
The mother must send the invoice to your husband seeking his share within 14 days of the doctor's visit (date of service). Your husband must pay...
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6 months ago I foolishly lowered the child support monthly payments that the judge ordered. I’m so embarrassed. Can I go back?
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Answered on February 23, 2020
File a petition in court seeking a guideline order stating that there has been a change of circumstances. The $10,000 owed is gone but you should...
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My job made a clerical error in my child support and said they will fix it and now I’m going to court for child support arrear ?
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Answered on February 23, 2020
Even if your job made a clerical error, you would still be responsible for the amount of support owed. The court should be able to see that the...
If the non custodial parent does not pick the child up at the court appointed time, does this mean his weekend is forfeited?
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Answered on February 23, 2020
If there is nothing in your court order stating what will happen if he is late or doesn't pick up at the specified time, the time would still be...
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As a child my mother and stepfather made me lie in court against dad and I had no choice I regret it ?
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Answered on February 23, 2020
You have not presented a legal question. If the lies told somehow impacted his immigration status, you should seek a consultation with an...