How can I obtain custody of my child and have him reside with me?
If he's a teen, his preferences will go a long way towards determining where he'll reside. Thus, the short answer is to file a modification...
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If he's a teen, his preferences will go a long way towards determining where he'll reside. Thus, the short answer is to file a modification...
I don't feel that a Court would look at what you did negatively, though it's advisable to simply have those discussions directly with the father...
If she leaves the house and is self-supporting by virtue of her work, then most likely the Court would find that she emancipated herself by virtue...
Generally-speaking, no. However, some divorce agreements have a "co-habitation" clause, so you may wish to bring your divorce agreement & judgment...
You would need to file & serve a formal Answer (and file an affidavit of service of same with the Court). You would additionally need to serve &...
No, it doesn't matter who starts the divorce. About the only consequence is that the party initiating the divorce must pay the court filing fee &...
An incorrect social security number on a transcript would not invalidate a judgment of divorce. In all likelihood, same would be seen for what it...
It's true the a contingency fee arrangement is prohibited in NY Family Law cases. That said, your attorney MAY be saying that she won't insist on...
The best advise is to strictly follow the schedule - and send mother a default notice letter (in the manner prescribed in your agreement) for each...
In short, a financial disclosure affidavit is considered "mandatory" disclosure - meaning the general rule is you need to prepare it & bring it...