Family court. Ex lied to family court judge in 2008 that she was married. She was not. Now I have proof. What can I do?

First, you should not assume. Serve a disclosure demand on your ex requesting a copy of the marriage certificate. If your ex did lie, you should...

How can I know if there is any bench warrant issued against me for child support?

You can call the Court. If there's already a warrant out for you, then it may pay to know that before trying to enter the U.S. Call a Bronx...

Child support

You can leave it in North Carolina, unless you anticipate actually residing in NY semi-permanently & the father does not reside in North Carolina. ...

What do I expect with a motion to show cause that has no specific issues

Instead of always utilizing a parenting coordinator, why not try a parenting program like 2 Houses. This will allow you to discuss minor issues...

Should I appeal this as the income ratio is so grossly different ?

If you feel the Magistrate rendered an incorrect decision, then you're best advised to order a rush transcript of the proceeding, and then consider...

Sure - you can always ask your attorney to be more aggressive - but with the proviso that the more the attorney does on your behalf, the more it's...

Could my husband's lies of abuse hurt my custody case or do judges generally see through this type of thing?

He has the burden of proof on. The issue, and if there were no witnesses and he has no other corroborating evidence, it seems like a tough thing...

Downward child support modification where the magistrate denied me to testify via telephone. Reside out of state.

It's certainly possible the Magistrate denied the phone appearance because of the bench warrant. That said, any final decision is appeal able, so...

Can my ex just change his mind about a previous court agreement on support?

Yes, he can just "re-file." The Courts cannot foreclose one's ability to file for child support. If the Court had reduced your agreement to an...

The separation versus the divorce doesn't really matter. You can file for divorce now & simply not name that child as a child of the marriage in...