If you "lost custody" - and especially if it was in the context of an ACS case - then your sister cannot simply give you custody back without all...

Can I have my 9 yr brother with me ounce a month I’m 21 and lives with my father

Yes - you can file a petition for sibling visitation with the Family Court. You'd need to file same in the county in which your father & sibling...

The divorce in Bronx, NY was signed the judge "Uncontested Judgment Granted ".The divorce is done ? Or after 30 days.

If you're referring to a recordation in e-courts, then it would appear your divorce is ready - they may just take a 1-2 weeks or so to "enter it"...

Can I change the grounds for divorce from uncontested to adultry after a divorce decree has been signed after 5 yrs?

If you're already divorced, you cannot get "re-divorced." And while in theory you could have filed a motion to re-open the divorce proceeding,...

What to know if divorce is final

You can call the matrimonial clerk's office. That said, if your case is pending in the Bronx, it generally takes 6-8+ months to get a signed...

Can a child support judgement through the Social Service of the NYS still be in effect?

Child Support judgments are generally good for 20 years. That said, they can generally keep renewing them until the youngest child is 21 - in...

How can I get a cola on child support that was stipulated in the divorce 6 years ago? I get denied each time I try

Unless your order is paid via SCU, you wouldn't generally be filing a petition for a "COLA," but instead you'd simply file an upward modification...

How can I have child support arrears vacated or modified in New York, if I cannot locate the custodial parent?

Unfortunately, the other side is entitled to be served with the petition. If his whereabouts are completely unknown, then you can always attempt...

Who is responsible for pick up and drop off in long distance situation?

Pick-up & drop-off is subject to negotiation. Usually if the child had formerly been living in a particular region & has recently relocated, it's...

How to start the process

You're best advised to retain an attorney for that process. You'll need to file the adoption with the Family Court, who will ultimately direct...