Is my child a mancipated

It's not possible to make a determination without knowing more. Is she a full time undergraduate? Is she taking courses that meet at night as a day...

Interim maintenance: Can ex deduct a bill from court ordered amount?

That depends on the wording of the order - but probably not.

I have a friend who got custody of her friends son about a year ago he was 16 at the time she was 22. they started sleeping toge

yes.

Is it a problem if we don't have an engagement ring and wedding bands for USCIS?

It won't help - but you can try the explanation you gave above.

Financial affidavit request and child support

It's not clear what court you're in - but if it's State Supreme the affidavit should be in the court file.

21 is the age of majority in New York.

I live in NYC with my 3yr old daughter. Her father is not in the picture and currently lives in another state.

You can seek a Family Court order that requires him to sign the passport application.

IF MY WIFE LEAVES COUNTRY WITH MY KIDS AND I WANT CUSTODY, DO PAY CHILD SUPPORT WHILE AWAITING COURT DECISION?

In order: Yes, you have to pay support. Yes, you have an argument to change custody. Retirement pay is unrelated to the house. Jurisdiction...

How do I obtain ex-spouse's signature on escrow check?

If you can't get her to sign you'll have to return to court and seek an order compelling her signature, or, in the alternative, granting the issuer...

I want a divorce but I'm afraid I will be left with nothing. How does New York divide marital assets.

Equitable distribution is the process - and how it will apply in your case is something you should discuss with a local attorney who can examine...