Does a 13 year old have to go on scheduled visitation. Her Dad takes her to work and she is bored.

A 13 year old does have to go until such time that her parents agree or a court decides otherwise. Her mother can file a petition in court to try...

If a man has children outside of the marriage and he wants to get a divorce, can the children's mother claim half of his assets?

The simple answer is no, however if he owes the children's mother child support, it is possible that the children's mother may recover court...

Reduction in support payments

It will depend on whether you consent to the new order or it is made without your consent. If its made without your consent or with no opt out...

I do not believe that the Support Collection Unit will accept your new yearly calculation without a court order. You can use the Support...

My ex-husband got full custodial on both children 10y.old tweens by made the kids against me before we had joint custody.

You can still be ordered to pay child support if you are not working. The Support Magistrate would impute income to you based upon your prior...

Can family court change a prior supreme court petition?

The Family Court does not have the power to challenge the Supreme Court order, however if the Judgment of Divorce does not clearly set forth a way...

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Is there an abandonment law in NY?

There is no abandonment law. There is only termination of parental rights, which is an extreme option that is not granted easily and usually...

You do not have to have him live with you once he reaches the age of 18. No one can force you to have him live with you. You can ask him to leave...

Have not been getting alone with my husband and he just gave me a letter saying he is filing for custody of our 6yr old son.

You need to consult with a divorce/family law attorney. Don't move out until you receive legal advice. As a general rule both parties in a...

College room and board credit

It really depends upon what is stated in your Judgment of Divorce and Stipulation of Settlement. If the Stipulation provides that room and board...