Yes you can be put in prison for failure to pay child support but not because you are homeless. You need to show all diligent efforts made by you...

File a motion in family court for a mutual mistake on a visitation agreement that was voir dire in front of the judge?

I agree with prior counsel, you must submit a counter- order, on notice, which correctly reflects what was agreed to. If not, and the order is...

Is my second marrige legal?

New York holds bigamous marriages to be absolutely void, meaning if your first marriage was not dissolved properly, your second marriage is a...

Can this be viewed at the divorce as separation? and help finalizing the divorce?

Separation requires a properly acknowledged written agreement between the parties. The conduct you reference is not separation. If you are asking...

How would family court view a three year old daughter licking the private area on a teddy bear? (New York, Family Court)

This conduct alone may be explained although it is highly questionable. The court would want to know if there are other signs or symptoms of...

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I would like to get a divorce which will be uncontested in NY. What are the steps/documents needed to start this process?

As previously stated, it is only "Uncontested" if you and your spouse agree on EVERYTHING. You may be able to complete the forms on your own, but...

Will estranged husband be facing a contempt of court charge ?

The court will not do anything to "violate" him on their own or hold him in contempt of court. You must file a support violation petition for his...

Should I just default on a divorce summons?

One of you should withdraw and then find a matrimonial lawyer who will handle this similar to an uncontested divorce. In either case do not default...

Filing Violations of support order in NYS

Unfortunately the answer is "it depends". It depends on what your initial divorce/order states as to who is responsible for the cost for medical...

My x-husband owes me alot of money with both child support and spousal support.

The issue of termination of spousal support can depend on provisions in your judgment of divorce and/or settlement agreement. Parties are free to...