Child support/back pay

I'm not sure I understand your question, but assuming you're asking about how to reduce arrears owed to DSS, you cannot. The only thing you can do...

Denying Visitation

No. The Attorney for the Child is just that - an attorney representing a client. S/he is there to advise his/her client and advocate his/her...

The short answer is no, because you are still a minor. Your parents could still file a "Person in Need of Supervision" petition up to the age of...

Divorce / Custody - Can Forensics Evaluation begin before Discovery is complete?

No - often times the forensic psychological evaluation proceeds before disclosure is complete. The reason is that generally disclosure is limited...

Mother wants to claim child for the second year in a row?

I'm not sure what your counsel is recommending you do, but I'd recommend to file a modification of the prior (assumed) child support order to get...

Stepmother USA CA citizen married my father in Florida. My father is dead. Can I file action for Nullity of Marriage?

The short answer is no, not in NY. You'd need to take that up in D.R. - consult an attorney there.

How do I go about changing my 10mth old sons last name to mine? Based on my story below, what would the process be like for me?

As set forth by Mr Lebowitz, this would not be a chid custody matter, but instead a "change of name" proceeding.

My babydaddy is behind 3 months in child support I noe is not much but I only get $60 a month which doesnt help much

You may file a violation petition against him. If you order was made more than 3 years ago, or you believe he may have had a significant increase...

How do I find out about my case which was open 12/11/2013?

You should call the caseworker. She generally has 60 days to investigate/review the case before making a final determination. In the meanwhile,...

How do I go about making a judge believe I am a better parent for a child custody hearing?

As a starting point, while you've listed the negative factors as to the father, you would list (& assemble evidence) the positive factors on your...