In a true default divorce case in NY without any written agreement on property, does court need property division papers?

If the plaintiff requested equitable distribution - and is still requesting equitable distribution, then s/he must include the details of same in...

How long does my Partner have to pay spousal maintenance for?

If you're talking about spousal support ordered through the Family Court, that ends with the judgment of divorce. The Judgment of Divorce will...

CP filed to review my income since I got a new job. Will CP income also be reviewed?

Generally the CP's income won't affect the amount of child support, unless the combined parental income exceeds $136,000. That said, there's a...

My Ex is demanding the Forensic Evaluator do Extra Work - Home Visits

I'd suggest to write the evaluator an e-mail & ask him again why this "home visit" is necessary. If he puts in writing that he's only doing it to...

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How does one get a protective order extended in NYS if your ex keeps calling CPS on you and interfering with your parenting?

You generally cannot get an order of protection for your ex calling in false reports to CPS. Generally orders of protection are meant to prohibit...

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Uncontested divorce in New york county with children

1 original - you should bring a copy for yourself to be stamped-in.

How can I get divorce?

You do not need his signature or consent. You merely need to serve him with the summons & complaint. Thereafter if he Answers the Summons, you...

My ex wife won't write a statement that I pay child support, I give her cash. That's all I need for my swear in appt.

If you pay pursuant to an order, that should be sufficient. If you pay informally, then you'll need to either give her money orders from now on or...

Can I get another court date when I appear in court for a child support hearing because I don't have an attorney yet?

Generally the court will can 1 adjournment to each side in order to hire an attorney or some such similar reason. That said, if it's a violation...

Follow up from Nassau family court custody question regarding attempted suicide by father.

No attorney can responsibly give you a definitive answer to a complicated question such as the one you posed via this Forum. It is certainly...