Can I move out if I don't feel safe?

You can move out. You should talk to your mother about the way you feel and see if you can live with her or maybe another family relative. You...

Do I need to pay alimony ?

It's unlikely she would receive alimony, however if she was in danger of becoming a public charge, it is possible for the court to order spousal...

Benefits for Surviving Divorced Spouses

If a person is married for more than 10 years, their social security benefits can be increased as a result of their marriage. You would receive...

I have successfully opposed motions in Brooklyn Supreme Court involving consolidation when a Family Court case has been pending for a long time. ...

During and after divorce, what can I do to prevent parental kidnapping of our 3yo daughter by my spouse?

You should file immediately. The court will probably hold the passport in escrow until a decision is made on the issue of custody. You should...

He wont sign anything for me to move out of state

If you are in the middle of your divorce case, you need to tell the judge about your desire to relocate. If custody has not been determined, the...

Do I need a lawyer or can I file a petition on my own?

Well, if there is an entered judgment, you can seek to collect on the judgment by giving the paperwork to the sheriff to execute against any assets...

Is my spouse entitled to a % of my pension after she has waived it for 15yrs? there was no Quadro b/c of a verbal agreement

You should consult with an experienced matrimonial and family law attorney. What would happen would depend a lot what the exact wording of the...

How do I go about getting a divorce????

You should schedule a consultation with an attorney to be advised of your legal options. Unfortunately, unless the divorce is uncontested, there...

Im in a custody battle now and have been in the past with my wife how can I personally request my right to a speedy trail?

You should have your lawyer request that the case go forward without her if she fails to appear again. Whether the case will go forward without...