Partner's going to prison but we want to tie the knot - what's the difference between a domestic partnership and marriage.... pa

The differences are enormous. Essentially a domestic partnership gets just about nothing except health insurance. There are more than a thousand...

I've an outstanding support/paternity/custody case with my ex. She and her lawyer have not been straight but I need a lawyer

You have exactly the right attitude. Your son's needs must come first and to the extent you can put your anger adise, everyone benefits, especially...

First, the summer vacation schedule ordinarily trumps the regular parenting schedule. that being said, talk to your spouse if there are no...

My daughters is visiting her dad out of state and is now telling me not to pick her up because he wants her for August as well.

First, all "agtreements" wth x es should be in writing. Second, under the UCCJEA the child resides in New York and technicnically he is now engaged...

Permanent Maintenance in NYC

Your case is in progress and it sounds as if you are representing yourself. I highly recomend you hire an attorney before the trial date. ...

What is the easiest (cost effective) way to get a pre-nup taken care of when both parties are in agreement over terms?

The best way to do this for your lawyer to draft the agreement and then provide the draft to him. If he chooses to sign it without a lawyer...

Are Support Magistrates strict in only going back on child support arrears to when the petition was filed?

You can only get child support from the date of the filing of the petition in family court. This rule is not flexible.

Determining Sole legal Custody

Courts lean toward joint custody. The specific circumstances of your case must be reviewed by an attorney. I suggest you consult with a divorce...

Ex-husband's salary has raised significantly since Divorce Judgment. Can I sue for fraud and obtain retroactive child support?

First there is a cap on child support in the State of New York of $136,000. Secondly, there is no retroactive child support. Third, the validity...

This is a difficult answer without reviewing the papers. You should retain an attorney to hep you.