My girlfriend was assaulted by her son

What did you file in Family Court that was dismissed - a PINS or a petition for an order of protection? How old is your son? What was the basis...

Calculation error ground for modification?

No - if there was a calculation error by the Magistrate you must file a motion to renew/reargue. An upward modification would be based upon a...

IF a Judge exceeds his statutory authority to order retroactive child support, is this considered a void judgment?

The judgment itself would not be "void" unless it was vacated by that Judge, or overturned on appeal. Thus, your options are: file an appeal...

What can I do when my ex violates the court agreement and has not paid me for all children’s expenses?

First, you can send him a default notice letter, which may either get him to pay or set him up for a reimbursement of fees. Then, you can file a...

If the child moves out with no valid justification, then the parent may argue she emancipated herself by virtue of her actions. Moreover, if she's...

Uncontested Divorce Forms - Is the Child Support Worksheet Required to be Filed?

You must complete it and file it. I also advise to have it signed & notarized by both parties. Call a NYC Uncontested Divorce Attorney for more...

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Attorney and custody case

I'm confused as to why the terms of custody were not part of the Judgment of Divorce - usually they aren't separate orders. That said, whether...

Am I entitled to that money my ex took out and spent? I had debt too but since he left out of no where, didn't pay anything off.

"Money" is not necessarily an asset subject to equitable distribution. If the money was spent already, then your only claim would be that your...

How do I get a divorce??

You would proceed to file a divorce complaint with Supreme Court in the county where you reside. You'd be able to resolve any outstanding issues...

Generally it's done as an offset. One figures out what mother would pay to father, and then what father would pay to mother for child support. ...