Generally, if you meet the residency requirements to divorce in NY, then the law in NY will apply. If you want the rules of some other...

Should I know where my 9 month old baby is staying when his dad picks him up for 2 days ?

Generally speaking, you have a right to know where your child is spending overnights. Speak directly with an attorney for specific advice on how...

Is there away to avoid joint custody while agreeing to visitations when we live hours apart?

I'm sure there are many possible legal strategies that you can employ to preserve the status quo, to advise you in a thoughtful and meaningful way,...

The items you refer to are discretionary add-ons, not mandatory. Whether they must be paid, and if so, in what proportions, depends upon the...

The answer to your question depends a lot on the history and facts of your case including how it came to be that you were issued an order of...

Is there a chance to get an order of protection changed to a refrain from order?

Answering this question in any meaningful way would require review and analysis of the entire case history. I suggest you arrange a confidential...

Am I entitled to know my child whereabouts during the other parents parenting time?

Generally, yes. Courts often issue orders requiring the parents to keep each other informed of the child's whereabouts -- not specifically, from...

Short of filing an appeal with the Appellate Division, what can I do? The Supreme Court judge was "not moved".

When deciding disputes concerning written agreements, the courts generally look to exactly what the agreement says and not what was behind it such...

Do I have sole custody of my child if there is no father stated on the birth certificate?

If legal paternity has not been established via Order of Filiation or Acknowledgement of Paternity, then you have "sole custody". In the future,...

Do I have to return my daughter if dad has custody?

I suggest you speak to an attorney directly for specific advice. Generally, I would advise a parent in your situation to immediately file* for...