Husband is unhappy for years, should I protect myself and seek legal advice now?

You should consult a local divorce attorney to see how your situation would likely get resolved.

Can my landlord sue for lost rent if they gave written permission to vacate our lease early?

Yes, she can sue. But on the facts you stated, she'll lose.

The previous answer may state the law in Minnesota. It has only passing relation to the law in New York. Without knowing the ages, the economic...

Separation papers.

It is hard to be certain without reviewing the document. But assuming both of you want the divorce, it won't be an issue.

"Gift" or income?

It is not a gift. It is the same as proceeds from the sale of an asset.

Marriage never filed a the county clerks office.

Marriages do not need to be recorded in the County Clerk's office. You file for a divorce like anyone else.

On a civil case, on set down for a conference, can a family member go and represent the defendant on his behalf? no lawyer signe

No.

In NY do all defendants have to be served if plaintiff atty files a request for RJI (sum judgement) in foreclosure case?

The attorney was obligated not only to serve the RJI but also to serve all the summary judgment motion papers. If he failed to do so, it would be...

What is the maximum awarded in nyc for a medical malpractice not resulting in death?

There is no maximum award set in law. You can look in the commercially available Jury Verdict reporters for some indication of how awards have run.

Is there a legal form you have that I can have people sign so I have their permission to print their name and recipe in my book?

The form is known as a release, and while the recipes are usually not protected, there can be issues as to use of names. It's prudent to obtain a...