Yes, if you are both adults and not married to anyone else, then of course you may marry. Immigration status does not affect your right to marry. ...

In addition to the suggestions made by the other attorneys answering your question, I suggest you try again to explore the options through the...

No doubt, you are familiar with the saying: "Two wrongs do not make a right". That is how it works in court, too. Indeed, it is not fair. Your...

It depends upon the context of the mediation referral, the judge who ordered it, and how the mediator is being paid (or through which program the...

An adult can change their name any time as long as it is not for fraudulent purposes. To do so "officially" it must be done by application for a...

While the house is separate property because it was purchased prior to the marriage, it sounds like there may be significant "marital value" in the...

You may choose not to assert your parental rights, which in effect is "relinquishing" them, but you cannot avoid your parental responsibilities. I...

The very best way is to have your attorney help set the pace. Otherwise, you have to just take a breath and practice not "feeling" rushed. The...

Yes, you may divorce in NY without the consent or cooperation of your spouse. I suggest you reach out to a NY Divorce attorney for specific...

I strongly suggest you follow the advice of your current attorney or if you lack confidence in that attorney, you retain someone with whom you do...