Child Support for non-biological child

The short answer is that it probably won't effect your child support. It MAY affect other distributions and/or maintenance, assuming there are...

If a person legally separated but the paperwork was never filed are they legally separated

This depends on what you mean by "legally separated." If you mean the parties signed a duly acknowledged separation agreement, then yes, they are...

Does my wife need tax info and Drivers License for a $399 lawyer service?

First, I would be highly suspicious of any "lawyer" charging $399 for an uncontested in Manhattan. That said, I don't see why they'd need the...

My husband constantly files petitions based on things he makes up, what can the judge do?

Ultimately if he's contesting custody, he has a right to a trial on the issue. It's at the trial that you can present evidence and/or witnesses to...

I have a 15 year old who lives with me and visits with his dad. He just received a prestigious job in NYC for the summer .

There are no specific laws one way or the other on the issue, as custody/visitation law in New York is largely governed by case law interpretation...

Consenting to an order of protection will carry with it no finding of wrongdoing. However, to the degree you will have a restraining order against...

Is my ex entitled to an modification in child support if I filed for divorce in 2009?

The question really is what was the date of the child support agreement? If the agreement itself was executed on or after the effective date of...

How can I make my dad legally give custodial rights on my behalf to my oldest sister?

Assuming your mother is not in the picture for some (unstated) reason, your (presumably adult) sister would need to petition for custody. However,...

Divorce trial date

Generally the attorneys should ask their respective clients first before requesting an adjournment. If their clients agree, then they must...

Can I modify a child support agreement if my divorced was finalized 3 months ago?

Maybe is the best answer that can be given without a review of the agreement itself. The law was indeed changed in 2010 to say that, as a general...