What can i do if my childs mother moves out of town with my children and im there biological father

If they left 3 years ago and you knew where they were for the past three years, a court is not going to compel the mother to move back. If there...

If my husband filed for divorce in Supreme Court can I get an Order of Protection in Family Court? How does this affect custody?

You can go to Family Court, however you should go to Supreme Court since the case is already pending there. However, if a criminal offense has...

Custody suits are decided by custody evaluators (called forensics in NY). Question: Isn't the evaluator's report "hearsay"?

You can object to the report coming into evidence if the evaluator is not there to testify. Having the evaluator testify allows the report to come...

Can i file for full custody of my granddaughters?

You can file for legal custody. If you can show neglect or extraordinary circumstances, you can receive custody. You would have to give notice to...

What do I need to do to get full custody of my kids ?

If there is no prior court order and you are the legal parent, you would be deemed the residential parent since the children live with you with no...

He is allowed to seek urgent or emergency care, however other treatment should be with your knowledge and consent. He does not have the right to...

What type of lawyer do I need to get partial custody Of my daughter born in Germany?

If the child is living in Germany, you need to find a German attorney licensed to practice law in Germany. Where the child lives is the issue, not...

He will get some kind of visitation, not partial custody. If you believe that he still has issues with substance abuse, you need to make the court...

I was served action for divorce - what do you do from here?

Your next step should be a consultation with a matrimonial attorney. The attorney can advise you about the law and the procedure. You can also...

My husband of 12 years filed for divorce with false information.

You may be entitled to spousal support depending upon your income. As a general rule, spouses are not financial responsible for stepchildren unless...