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Can I take in a child that a parent no longer wants by simply having her sign her rights over and getting it notarized?
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Answered on August 27, 2016
No, she can't just "sign over" her parental rights. You may be able to have an informal arrangement if all parties agree, but it's possible that a...
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My sons mother transferred son from school to school. Can i still file for violation of custody if it happened inMayny
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Answered on August 27, 2016
It's probably not grounds to modify child support if the 18 yr old is still living with mom the majority of the time. It may be a violation of the...
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What is considered to be separated? If my husband no longer lives with me. is that separated or does it have to be filed?
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Answered on August 22, 2016
A legal separation requires documentation and a written agreement--if you don't have that, you're not legally separated. You don't need to be...
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Can I get annulment
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Answered on August 22, 2016
You may be able to interfere with his immigration if the marriage was a fraud, but I suggest you speak with an attorney directly and confidentially...
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Can ex spouse take home if bought with award money?
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Answered on August 22, 2016
If it is clear the $25k was separate property, then there's a good chance in "equitable distribution" of marital property, you would be given...
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What are the rules on vacations and foster children in the state of New York?
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Answered on August 22, 2016
If you have a foster child, there are "rules" about where you may and may not take them. Generally, you must inform and get permission from your...
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Who has the right to say when the hair can be cut on a 23month old boy
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Answered on August 22, 2016
The custodial parent is authorized to make this decision unless there is something in the agreement/order saying otherwise. If the parties have...
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Can my step sons danger to my 3 years old son?
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Answered on August 21, 2016
Yes, you can ask for that. If what you've posted above is true and you have some proof, a NY court would probably restrict visits pending further...
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Can I request my spouse's attorney to submit a mental /psychological evaluation of my spose to challenge the retainer agreement?
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Answered on August 20, 2016
Objecting to the amount of money your spouse used to pay her attorney and/or questioning her mental capacity is not done in response to the summons...
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Is it legal for my ex to keep my child in a location he said was unsafe for overnight visitation?
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Answered on August 20, 2016
Yes, if the father is taking the child to a place that by his own admission is unsafe you may be able to modify the parenting plan to avoid the...