Can my 15 year old daughter choose her own law guardian even though the divorce agreement specifies the one my ex wants, or

An attorney for the child is only appointed if custody is contested. Generally speaking, a 15 year old does not choose the attorney who will...

How much will be asked of me from child support? Child lives in Pa I live in NY.

Mr. Caviglia is correct, in that it appears she wants a guidelines order of support through the courts. The court will generally award 17% of your...

Can I make a motion to modify custody if my uncontested divorce hasn't been granted yet?

In my area at least one family court judge would not entertain the application until after the divorce judgment is signed, unless it is framed as...

Custody and Vistation Battle

When you say you are currently "in a custody battle", I assume that means you are now in court. You need to speak with an attorney in your area...

Custody for Infant

You need to speak with an experienced attorney in your area, familiar with how the local judges rule on visitation for infants. Unless the parties...

You can act on his behalf with a power of attorney, as if he were here doing so himself. Unless he agreed in writing to accept payments to resolve...

I am wondering how long and how much alimony would be fair to offer to pay.

The amount and duration you referenced would be a generous offer in my County, given these incomes. Under the temporary Maintenance state, during...

Spousal support?

Your spousal support application can be filed in either Family or Supreme Court. You should speak with an experienced attorney in your area to...

What Are the Consequences of Refusing to sign a Document allowing my Wife to borrow against her Pension, to pay court costs?

If the Judge has ordered you to sign, then you could be held in contempt of court, and incarcerated. Depending upon the circumstances of your...

I am Pro Se in Family Court, am I allowed to communicate with Attorney for Child?

You may speak directly with the attorney for the child if unrepresented, however, that attorney may not feel comfortable giving you advice. If...