Generally, "legal custody" refers to decision-making authority, and "physical custody" refers to the time the child(ren) and parent spend together...

Maybe. Courts in NY do not favor overriding the decisions of parents regarding their children unless there are genuine safety issues that make it...

Probably. I suggest you connect with an experienced NY Family law attorney for an in-depth analysis of your rights and options here. Good luck!

Yes! You most definitely should have the assistance of an experienced NY Family Law attorney throughout this process. There are SO MANY...

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Whether, and if so, how to have a custody petition dismissed is a procedural and fact-specific question. To obtain a useful answer, I suggest you...

There are lots of ways to "prove" someone's income in divorce and support matters. There are costs associated with all of them--some more than...

Certainly, your friend may benefit from the assistance of an attorney to explain the legal rights and obligations that accompany a marriage in NY...

I suggest you reach out to an experienced NY Family Law attorney to discuss options. Whether there is a path for you to bring your nephew into your...

I suggest you contact a NY Divorce attorney directly for assistance. Defective paperwork can hold up your divorce indefinitely, and waste your...

Safety first. If you are being threatened explicitly or implicitly by your ex-boyfriend, then you can and should seek an order of protection from...