Can you serve a motion paper for family court by mail?

Is it a motion on a case that was already actively pending before the motion was filed? If yes, then it can be served by mail. If not, then it...

Filing a motion in nyc family court,what the first steps to the last steps to this process?

Assuming there is no case pending currently, you would need to file a petition to vacate the order. The Clerk's Office can assist you with the...

How do i get rid of a order of protection

If the order is from criminal court, you can make the request of the A.D.A. on the case. You may ultimately need to retain a criminal defense...

" In the context of a NY Family Court Neglect Case , what is the maximum time that can be given on an CAD settlement ? "

Generally ACD's are given for 6-12 month periods. 12 months is usually the "maximum," though upon proper application (and after a hearing on the...

Can they bring me a pre nup five minutes after I said I do . . . .

As with any contract, you are not obligated to sign a prenuptial agreement. The mere fact that you did not have a lawyer with you at the time is...

My domestic partner and I are splitting up. Is she entitled to money I inherited while together?

To be clear, is this a "domestic partnership" or a marriage? Most likely (unless you cominggled funds) the inheritance would be considered your...

Can my ex get visitation? Please help. Thank you.

There is certainly a chance he can be awarded visitation, as his lengthy jail sentence is but one factor in analyzing whether & to what degree he...

My x boyfriend is taking me to court for a paternity proceeding for my newborn son. What is the procedure from beg. To end

On the first court date, either of you have the right to request a DNA test. The court will then adjourn the case & await the results of the test....

I have an order of protection against my x wife from NY she had someone else called and 3 days later

Is it a criminal court order or Family Court order? If it's a Family Court order, you may proceed independently on a violation petition in Family...

You need to commence a name change proceeding. The link to the instructions/forms is as follows:...