A "legal separation" usually entails the drafting & execution of a separation agreement. That process usually takes a few months. Schedule a...

Generally, you are required to bring into court all mandated disclosure: tax returns, W-2s, paystubs and a completed financial disclosure...

Can a former employer be forced by the courts to expedite the distribution of a pension for the purpose of a child support debt?

No - if you were never married to the father (& as part of a divorce were granted a share of his pension), and the pension isn't already in pay-out...

Packing a bag is prudent in this situation, especially if the NCP is paying child support. The rationale is that the child support is intended to...

In Divorce, does the plaintiff and defendant both have to remove barriers to remarriage in case of religious marriage?

Technically, only the plaintiff needs to execute the "Statement of Removal of Barriers to Remarriage." That said, if it's a specific issue in your...

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As plaintiff are my chances better with a Special Referee as to validity of a foreign divorce or is judge copping out?

I disagree that NY recognizes divorce judgment "from anywhere." Indeed, the issue is one of proper jurisdiction. Ultimately proper procedure in...

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I wanna to take a vacation with my kids 3 months the father won allow it

You would need to file a petition for sole custody. Once you have an order of sole custody, you no longer need the father's permission to travel...

Can I apply for visitation for to see my step daughter

Generally, a step-parent does not have legal standing to petition for visitation. Thus, your "visitation" with your step-child would be coupled...

In my humble experience, cases take longer to process in the Bronx than many other boroughs or counties. I usually tell clients its about 6-8...

Can a father get custody over 1 year old daughter if mother lives in homeless shelter?

Ability to support the child, as well as home environment, are certainly factors in determining custody. That said, there are many other factors...