First, court orders must be followed. They are orders. That said, in emergency situations, parents have to make judgment calls if following an...

Being with everything going on with COVID-19 will visitations still remain effective during lockdown?

It's VERY important that you try to follow the order. The current crisis by itself is not an excuse to violate an order, and doing so may have...

Can I move out at 17?

Certainly, at age 17 you won't find courts and/or police trying to force you to live at your parents. Legally, you are not an "adult" for purposes...

Coronavirus and custody visitation ?

Although your concerns are certainly valid, the current circumstances probably would not justify a violation of the existing court order. If you...

How to issue a divorce with child support?

No, you shouldn't agree to an "online" divorce when you have issues of support (child and spousal) to resolve. You should contact a NY Family Law...

I’m not married but I have 2 kids. My ex is selling the house and we are moving out separately.

I strongly suggest that you contact a local NY Family Law attorney to help you obtain the proper child support and custody orders, or at the very...

Can I move to a different state with my child without permission first from non-custodial parent?

Yes, but you would need to get permission from the court if the other parent does not agree. It may be difficult to get such permission, so I...

Can I withhold visitation during state of emergency?

A "state of emergency" under the current circumstances probably would not justify a violation of the current court order. If you really want to...

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Separation/divorce. What right do I have?

Your wife's actions are wrong on many levels. First, if you want back in, call the police and they should go with you to make sure you are given...

Can i get custody of my grandchildren who are in foster care in another state

Maybe, but you should discuss this with a Family Law attorney in the state where the children currently reside or where the decision to place them...