If you and your child are in Brooklyn, then Kings County Family Court is where you would file a petition; however, if the "father" did not sign an...

A valid and enforceable prenuptial agreement controls what happens to property acquired during the marriage to the extent the subject matter is...

It's wonderful that you are "on the same page"! Unfortunately, you cannot obtain a child support order for a child that does not yet exist. After...

In a NY Divorce action, title does not control what is or is not considered "marital property" for purposes of equitable distribution. ...

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.