Need Advice!Kids Witnessing Domestic Violence!What steps will I need to take ?Kids never told law G, they were threaten not to!

If you don't have independent corroboration of the d.v. event, then the issue will ultimately be whether the children report the events to their...

The child is nineteen & works full time?

The issue on emancipation is not merely whether the child works - even full-time. The issue is whether the child, by virtue of her employment, is...

Husband and I are separating. What is my best route?

Having the case remain "uncontested" is a possibility. Uncontested generally means you & your spouse are able to successfuly negotiate an...

Divorce Trial

I agree with the other posters - the judgment usually issues 60 days (though sometimes 3-4 months) after the trial concludes. This also depends on...

The general rule is that if college could be reasonably anticipated for the child, then the Court can consider assessing the costs of college to...

Motion to modify child support denied - NY

I agree with the other poser - if she files again for the same exact relief, you should file a cross-motion for sanctions both in the form of a...

What are the advantages,disadvantages, and rights of legally married vs non-marriage agreement?

There is a major difference - such a thing as a "non-marriage agreement" does not exist. The only such agreements which are enforceable under NY...

If the custodial parent never register their 9 year old to report to school. What measures can be taken to correct this?

If the child is not attending school (& assuming the situation has persisted for more than about 2 weeks), then you should contact ACS as well as...

How can a get law gardian for my child if the judge does not want

You may wish to speak with an experienced NYC Child Custody lawyer, as perhaps a motion can be filed detailing your reasons for wanting an Attorney...

How can i stop husband from harassing me by police calling on my phone not leaving messages and then knocking on my door.

You should consider filing for divorce & include a claim for child support & maintenance (i.e., alimony). You may also file for an order of...