Generally, under New York law, you are permitted to use your maiden name but it is not mandatory. Of course you have to look at the specific...

My dad gave me $100,000 for my inheritance but he is still alive. Is my husband entitled to any of this money?

As stated by the other attorneys, a gift or inheritance is separate property. However you must be very careful with what you do with the money so...

Can somebody please tell be the first step to file for divorce in New York?

As the other attorneys have correctly told you, to commence the action you have to prepare a summons with notice or a summons and complaint and pay...

Do i really need a divorce lawyer if we dont have anything abd have been apart for 10 yrs

You are not required to get an attorney for a divorce. However, there could be rights that you have that you are not aware that an attorney...

Are my parents divorced or are they still considered to be married?

A record of all divorces issued in the state of New York are kept by the New York State Department of health. You can have themsearch to determine...

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I agree with Mr. Browde. You should hire a local attorney to determine the status and the approximate cost to finish the process. It could be as...

My experience is they are approximately 16 to 18 weeks backed up. you can call(516) 493-3446 for more specific estimate. Please keep in mind the...

Eocurts says "disposed" in my contested divorce case.

Call the Nassau County matrimonial clerks office at (516) 493-3446. Give them your index number and ask if your divorce judgment was signed and if...

How much will it cost for a divorce in NY?

Since custody and child support have been resolved, your case may have the potential to be resolved expeditiously. However there could be issues...

Filing divorce papers

Assuming personal service upon you was proper, you were required to respond to the papers within 20 days . If not, you are technically in default....