How would I be able to know when my ex filed a cross petition and what is in paperwork? What should I do generally in my case???

Any petitions (cross or initial) that the mother brings will need to be served on you (generally via USPS) so you will have notice of them. If you...

How to get payment after a case?

There is not many details posted here but I'm guessing that the settlement was either entered into in open court or via a stipulation of...

WIfe seeking modification in support because she lost her job.

There is no quite enough information to give you a definite answer. In order to determine if she is eligible for a modification it matters how she...

Can my ex spouse move back into the house we co-own.

That is a very difficult situation if your divorce agreement didn't provide for the house. If you are both still listed as the owners of the house...

Do I need a criminal attorney

A criminal attorney helps those accused of a crime. That is not the case here. You need a family law attorney who can file for an Order of...

My estranged husband requested his children spend the summer with him and now I find out he has my oldest sleeping on the floor

It depends on what the child custody agreement states. Many allow for the non-custodial parent to have he children for part of the summer...

Assuming you don't already have a lawyer either, I would suggest hiring one to take care of these issues for you. It can be very difficult to...

Therapy and parenting classes for non custodial parent ?

Most, if not all, insurance plans cover therapists. If the current therapist no longer takes the insurance changing therapists is usually not a...

How can I find a decent and affordable family law attorney in Manhattan?

You can find several attorneys who do family law using the "Find a Lawyer" tab above. Many offer low cost or free consultations.

What are my chances if I have to sue this business? I am going to try talking to them again but would like to know my odds.

You may have a claim for for difference between the total price and the deposit. However, an attorney will need to review the contract carefully...