Am i obligated to share the income-tax refund with my ex? am i obligated to let him put our son in his taxes?

The answer to this question is to first look at your divorce agreement. If the agreement is silent on these issues then since you are the...

Where can I get a sample or example of a final divorce document? Where can I get free assistance?

The New York court website provides all of the uncontested divorce forms however, they are somewhat complicated for a non-lawyer to complete. You...

Can a temporary order of protection be extended by the courts of NY is the complaining witness does not want to?

You have not indicated whether this is a Family Court Order of Protection or a Criminal Court Order of Protection. In family court, it is less...

Can I sue my ex-fiancee?

You might be able to sue him, but be careful ... because he would surely counter claim for the return of the engagement ring as it can be viewed as...

Reconciliation during divorce

The decision to reconcile is between you and your spouse. I would caution you however to make sure that he is motivated by his love for you and...

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Are there time limits for a motion for rehearing in NY family court? How about a motion to disqualify the judge?

There are time limits for a motion for "rehearing" which I presume that you mean a motion to reargue and renew, however there are strict guidelines...

Do I need a divorce lawyer?

The date of separation is determined by your residence. If you are still sharing the same residence, regardless of whether he is deployed, then you...

Breaking order of protection

You have not provided details as to the circumstances that let to the Order of Protection. Very often a criminal Order of Protection may be...

How is the condo split after divorce in NYC?

If the condo was purchased prior to the marriage, it is not subject to equitable distribution during a divorce proceeding.

My daughter who will be 18 in two weeks no longer wants to do overnight weekends at her fathers

At her age, it is very difficult for a judge to force her to visit a parent when she doesn't want to go. At the sane time, you will not garner any...