How can I change my 20 year old daughters last name to my new husbands last name?

Your daughter is permitted to do a name change to any name she would like as long as it is not for fraudulent purposes. Your husband can also...

Can I get custody for my son?

Unfortunately, the year you've waited to seek help is going to hurt you. The rest of the facts can be argued under NY law. I suggest you get with...

Can I make my husband leave our apt based on the fact that he hasn't paid his share of rent for at least 6 months?

If you are getting divorced, the court hearing your divorce case has the power to require him to leave. Otherwise, you cannot simply evict him...

Is there any investment vehicle that child support cannot take in NYS?

Any investment held in your name is subject to scrutiny and possible collection efforts in connection with your child support obligations. It...

A "conversion divorce" as the legal separation to divorce process it is commonly known, requires at least a one year wait before divorce. When...

Should I apply for legal custody even though I am unmarried to the father, who has no contact with me?

Yes, you probably do need to go to court for what you need. I strongly recommend you contact an attorney in your area asap to speak about your...

There has to be a "tie-breaking" mechanism when the parents have "equal say" as in joint custody arrangements. Sometimes, one parent is given...

Unfortunately, if you have properly and successfully discontinued your divorce action, you'll need to start fresh. Perhaps this time you should...

Does not keeping in contact with the child after getting visitation rights make the non-custodian parent look bad?

Yes, not keeping in contact "looks bad" but there's no way to know how far that will get you without a lot more information. If you are on public...

How do I adopt my stepson in NY?

I suggest you contact an attorney directly for detailed advice. The step-parent adoption process can be a little complicated--it involves much...