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Can I have a divorce attorney in Queens Supreme Court for free?
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Answered on January 16, 2015
It is extremely unusual to have a court appointed attorney for free in a divorce. More common, is for the court to order the spouse with more...
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Can inheritance be claimed early (i.e. parent still living) by adult child? If so, how and under what conditions?
Mary Katherine's answer
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Answered on January 16, 2015
And inheritance received "early" is a gift.
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Family expected to pay divorce lawyers bill for a deceased son/sibling divorce trial
Mary Katherine's answer
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Answered on January 16, 2015
If the brother is not the executor of the estate he should simply forward the bill to whomever is, and not panic.
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What is the process for a mother petition the court for Termination of parental rights without an attorney?
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Answered on January 16, 2015
The mother cannot petition the court for a TPR without also having a pending adoption.
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I want to add my stepdads last name to my last name? How can I do this?
Mary Katherine's answer
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Answered on January 16, 2015
That's a wonderful sentiment, and now that you are 18, you may do it without hindrance. Contact your local court to get the forms and...
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About how many times can a non paying parent be heard in contempt hearings before being punished?
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Answered on January 16, 2015
Unfortunately, the matter is entirely within the discretion of the court and the judge can, and often will be "bamboozled" an infinite number of...
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What can I do if my ex won't let me contact the kids while they are in his care?
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Answered on January 16, 2015
If you can't resolve it directly with the ex, then your only other choices are (1) live with it--it's only 3 days at a time; or (2) go to court to...
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Can the parents of a minor in the state of Colorado call the child's employer and force their child to quit their job?
Mary Katherine's answer
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Answered on January 16, 2015
If you are under age of 18, your parents can probably prevent you from working if they are determined to do so. Technically, if you are not...
How close does the language in the drafted QDRO must match with the Final Divorce Decree document?
Mary Katherine's answer
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Answered on January 16, 2015
The language may be different but the effect must match the final divorce order. This is an issue you should discuss with a local attorney who can...
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Can the guardian ad litem advise the father to bring his friend to secretly record a supervised visitation for her own review ?
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Answered on January 16, 2015
You should speak with the local prosecutor to see if any crime has been committed that they would do anything about. The more important question...
