How many times can a father file paternity and be a no show? Are the no show hearings ever held against him?

I'd suggest to the magistrate to follow the 3 strikes rule - if the father files, has you served with a summons, and then fails to appear in court...

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Most likely you do not have to appear, as you would have otherwise received a formal notice in the mail form the Court. You're best advised to...

If I have sole legal custody does my ex have any say in changing my daughters therapist?

If you have sole custody, and the only reason he's requesting a change of therapist's is because she doesn't recommend her meeting his girlfriend,...

If you're not married what rights does the father have towards the baby ? I want to break up with my boyfriend , he's no help

Whether you're married or not does not affect his rights to visitation - or to request custody. You should therefore strongly consider filing a...

Court without lawyer

While you may know what you agree to, without a lawyer how do you know what you're agreeing to is fair - or whether there's additional issues...

How can I enforce the MSA regarding contribution to 529 fund?

Assuming "MSA" means "mutual settlement agreement," and assuming same was incorporated into a NY Divorce Judgment, then you should mail out a...

Grandparents visitation?

Generally contested factual allegations warrant a trial. You may try a series of pre-trial disclosure methods, including interrogatories, and...

I'm starting a custody action in Supreme Court this week, having recently completed a monetary action in Family Court.

Yes, you can file a motion in Supreme to have the arrears reduced to a money judgment. You're best advised to first send a default notice to your...

What are the criteria a mom needs to get 100% physical custody of a 7yr old boy

In terms of the adulerty & gambling, ultimately he'd either need to admit to same or you'd need to prove it - which may entail hiring a P.I. If...

Is it considered child abondment if married but seperated that a mother would go out of town for 1 week and have the father of t

No, as child abandonment would be a situation where the mother did NOT leave the children in the care of another parent, relative or family friend...