Are child support and child custody cases contingent on each other?

No, typically they are not; however, you should speak with a local attorney to understand what impact these may have on each aspect of your...

Does a prenuptial agreement protect the assets of one partner from creditors claiming on the other person? New York City

It depends upon the terms of the agreement and how the parties have arranged their property ownership. If you are concerned, I suggest you have...

I do not believe the Catholic Church recognizes a civil marriage for purposes of determining whether you can marry in the church. In other words,...

You should not try to "confront" her or her husband, but you certainly can address the situation via your divorce proceeding, which you should file...

Divorce Dragging on four years and counting; no end in sight

Unfortunately, it doesn't end until you give up or all appeals have been exhausted. Don't give up!

I live in New York. I'm in the process of getting a divorce but it has not been finalized. My wife's father just passed away.

If you are not a named beneficiary, then you are not entitled to any of it.

Enforcement of U.S. Judgment for Support Possible When Debtor Lives Outside the U.S.?

Yes, his income from SS may be garnished to pay a judgement for spousal or child support even if he is living outside the US.

How can moving out impact future divorce case?

Most likely, you need not, and should not move out. If you husband is able but unwilling to contribute to your support, then a court may force him...

Trip outside of US for a child with custodial parent

If your trip is going to interfere with ordered or stipulated visitation, then the father has a right to object. Otherwise, he does not. That...

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If the mother (primary parent of a 2 year old) was never married & relocated to another state with child at short notice wrong?

If there is no court order specifically prohibiting you from moving to IL, then you've broken no laws and you certainly have not engaged in...