Does a stepchild have the same rights as the biological child in the matter of inheritance?
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Answered on September 26, 2015
No, they do not have the same rights.
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After a long bitter divorce, my wife and I entered into a stipulation in Supreme Court, which was signed by both of us and the
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Answered on September 22, 2015
If your stipulation was signed by the judge, then it is also an Order, and the best place to seek enforcement may be before the judge who signed...
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Are there any NYC Family Law Attorneys that would advise a PRO Se litigant on an hourly basis?
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Answered on September 22, 2015
Probably. I suggest you review the profiles here on Avvo and makes some calls.
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What is the process for giving up parental rights?
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Answered on September 21, 2015
First, both parents may have to consent to an adoption, so the child's father may have to be involved. In NY (Brooklyn), the adoption is usually...
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I am going to family court today in a child support issue. How do I add a claim against plaintiff while there?
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Answered on September 17, 2015
Since you are waiting past the "last minute" to get proper advice, you have no choice but to ask the magistrate, and if necessary, ask for an...
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My fiancee and I had an argument on August 25th after midnight over dirty dishes that sat in the sink for a week and a halfhalf.
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Answered on September 17, 2015
You have to discuss this directly with a local attorney for clear and proper legal advice. I suggest you review the profiles here on Avvo to find...
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I am going through a contested divorce and my attorneys and the court requested a forensic evaluation.
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Answered on September 16, 2015
This is a question for your accountant, but most likely, psychologist fees are not deductible as a medical expense if they are not incurred for...
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There are so many divorce lawyers,, but those who work for volunteer organisations, such as Nylag, In Motion etc,, are they
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Answered on September 16, 2015
I agree with Mr. Browde. Whether an attorney works for a volunteer organization or is in private practice is not by itself a good indicator of...
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When a divorce lawyer is not an appeal lawyer (s/he does not do appeals), is this usually normal? Is it ok to go with such a
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Answered on September 16, 2015
Yes, it is at least "ok" and may be desirable.
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What are the chances of getting my child back ?
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Answered on September 16, 2015
If the court is given evidence that the child will be safe with you, then you have a very good chance. What that evidence might be, is something...
