Marital property distribution after divorce

The answer depends in large part on what your divorce agreement/judgment says about the sale of the property - and when it's supposed to happen. ...

Petitioner & Attorney didn't show for a final conference on their petition. Should Judge have dismissed?

Not sure, as only Judge would know for sure. If I had to guess, it's possible that either the Judge felt the petition had enough merit that a...

Is it a welfare fraud?

You should file a motion to vacate the portion of the order requiring you to pay the childcare. If she's working at all - on or off the books -...

Ex-wife has defaulted on distributing marital assets: how do I write a letter saying she's in default?

One would think your lawyer should have advised you how to write the letter. Without knowing the specifics, I can only say to generally state what...

The better approach would be to serve them with a "notice to admit." The form for same can be obtained from the Supreme Court's Law Library (just...

I am in Rockland County NY and I need free legal help/representation. I need to stop my ex husband from psychological abuse

If you're looking for free representation, the Court can usually assign you a lawyer if you financially qualify. Most private lawyers work on a...

An "indicated" case merely means ACS has determined that there's "some credible evidence" of child neglect. You have a right to contest those...

I am beginning the divorce process and would like to know how much of the house equity I am entitled too

While he's likely entitled to a credit for the separate property contribution towards the down payment, you're nevertheless presumptively entitled...

What are the main factors regarding a decision in custody?

The Judge will generally consider the stability of the child's current arrangement, each parent's home environment and financial ability to meet...

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Hi. I filed papers for divorce on July 30 2014. Uncontested. It is still pending. Should i be concerned, it is taking too long?

Bronx takes an average of 8 months to get a judgment signed - and that's from when the judgment package has been submitted. If there are...