The very best thing you can do immediately is retain an experienced NY Divorce attorney in your area, and then follow their advice. It sounds like...

If there's no court order or written agreement preventing you from making this decision unilaterally, and your proposed plans will not interfere...

You cannot possibly enter into a contract with your spouse regarding financial arrangements, If you have no idea what your spouses financial...

In New York Family Law, there is a concept of "estoppel" that applies in paternity situations. In short, if the child believes you to be their...

You are permitted to relocate anyplace that suits you. It is the child(ren)'s relocation that is restricted by law.

Yes, generally all "ancillary issues"must be resolved to obtain a final divorce in New York State, and these issues include custody and visitation.

New York law requires that both parents consent to relocation of a child(ren) unless a court orders otherwise. If you are able to offer your...

Any experienced New York Divorce attorney will tell you that working with schools during a divorce can be frustrating. Court orders and school...

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You probably do not have legal standing in the situation you've described, but your nephew (the children's father) may unless his parental rights...

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If you have been married, you cannot say otherwise without risk of civil and/or criminal penalties. Don't lie, and assume every statement you make...