If I'm in arrears for child support and I request a withdrawal from my 401K retirement plan, can they take it in New York State?

If by this, you mean that if you deposit the money from the withdrawal into a bank account, will SCU seize it? The answer is yes, they can, though...

Step parent adoption

He can execute an extrajudicial surrender, but because there's a proper process associated with same, I wouldn't advise to handle the adoption case...

My husband walked out on me. I am ill, & need medical insurance. Is he still responsible to keep me on his policy at work?

It was wrong for your husband to have done this. You should immediately file either an order to show cause & petition for spousal support in...

What are the benefits for the plaintiff to do the deposition in the contested divorce case?

Neither party MUST take the deposition of the other party, though it's recommended in a contested case. While one has received the other party's...

Divorce/Custody: What effect does being a "dead beat" have on custody. My husband did not support me or the children for years,

It is certainly a factor, especially with proof he could have paid - or paid substantially more than he did. The topic of inquiry at trial on...

Family Court works

To modify the order regarding supervised visitation, you'd need to file a petition/motion for modification. A sex abuse assessment involves an...

What forms do I need? Can anyone help?

There are forms available on the court's website: http://www.courts.state.ny.us/forms/familycourt/adoption.shtml. That said, I highly advise you...

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I am in litigation and am currently living with family and have a two year old. My soon to be ex's attorney has sent a letter

It is extremely unlikely the Judge will modify support on the basis of a letter. Generally once interim support is set, the only time it can be...

I am in a bad situation. I have a toddler and my court case is scheduled for trial. My soon to be ex is not responsible and

First, if your case is scheduled for trial, you absolutely need to retain a lawyer - or at the very least consult with one. You should take...

I paid to have my ex served by the sheriff, but after 4 attempts they were unable to. What can I expect in court?

See my prior answer to your duplicate post.