Have TOR against ex - girlfriend . She won't attend perm TOR hearing but lawyer will . Will that affect the hearing ?

I agree with the other attorneys. If her lawyer is there to ask for more time, the court may provide additional time. But generally, parties need...

Is there any repercussions for someone who keeps making false accusations and getting me arrested with lies ? I need a lawyer

It sounds like you could get an order of protection to try and keep him from harrassing you. However, him filing for custody is not a basis of...

I need to find a malpractice attorney in NY to sue a divorce atty who submitted my unenforceable child support award

It sounds like SCU is saying that they need an order allowing them to enforce your judgment. You should be able to get such an order. I agree with...

My children 13, 16 and 18 have refused to come with me (their father) for any visitation since my ex and I separated and Divorce

You can file to enforce your vistation rights in Family Court. One option might be theraputic supervised visits where you meet with the kid(s) and...

My husband asked me for a divorce out of the blue. Have not been fighting nor arguing. What can I expect? Married16 years

I agree with the other attorneys. I would just add that you have far more options in how things might be resolved if you can avoid going to court....

Yes. You need to exchange these statements so that both parties have disclosure. Her lawyer will provide you with her NWS. And yes, the retainer...

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I agree with the other attorney. You need to take your separation papers to a local lawyer to have them reviewed and see what your options might...

How can I prove my ex - husband has a 401K ? He owes me thousands in child support arrears , and is self employed .

I would just add that if you "KNOW" he has one, and you know what bank or group it is with, you can talk to your attorney about getting a subpoena...

Is this a violation of a restraining order?

I agree with the other lawyers. If they are trying to violate you on your order, it should be fairly addressed in the court.

Marriage annulment

As long as you meet the residency requirements in New York, you can get divorced here. I don't know that you will meet the requirements for an...