Temporary maintenance is paid during the divorce action. There is currently a statute that calculates how much temporary maintenance will be based...

Is there a petition I can file to have N.Y Child Support correct the amount of past due child support they claim I owe ?

I agree with the other attorneys. You should consult a lawyer because you may want to proceed in Supreme Court. -- Best Regards,...

Can my father get partial custody of my child without my knowledge?

You would have to be served the petition for the Family Court action. You can check with the court and find out if there was an action and file a...

You should attempt to modify how the child support is being collected. You should also speak with an experienced employment attorney. -- Best...

Can I be convicted ?

Based on your facts you may have a claim for self-defense. You should speak with an experienced criminal lawyer. -- Best Regards, Morghan...

College expense obligations of a non-custodial parent

The answer may be in your divorce agreement (separation agreement or stipulation of settlement) or in the court order for child support (if you...

What is the difference between uncontested and no-fault divorce?

I am just going to add to what the other attorneys responded: currently if you file for an uncontested, no fault divorce in Queens County, the...

I agree with the other attorney. You may want to consult an immigration lawyer as well as a divorce attorney. Generally, I have had other clients...

Do i have to give my daughters father make up time?

If the court order requires you to give him make up time, then you must. If he is having problems with the current schedule then perhaps you should...

How do I modify a CS order in NY so that ONLY the payment schedule is affected? Can we get overpayments refunded?

It may be possible for you to start a case to modify the order and then agree in Court to the same amount you receive now but with the proper...