Is it a welfare fraud?

Generally, public policy is to keep people off government benefits during divorce if the spouse is capable of paying sufficient support to prevent...

What form would it be? And whats the process For termination of parental rights based on abandonement?

Unfortunately, no matter how absent or wanting a parent, the courts of NY are loathe to terminate a parent's rights unless there is another...

Divorce

Yes, to obtain an uncontested divorce, and Affidavit of Defendant must be submitted to the court along with a bunch of other papers...

What is Law Guardian's role in child custody during a divorce?

When you say "Law Guardian" you are probably talking about the Attorney for the Child (AFC). If not, please repost and clarify. Assuming you are...

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My ex-husband's wife is breaking all boundaries with my son and I am afraid it is hurting him emotionally. What can I do?

First, try talking to your ex about the situation. If that doesn't work, you can seek help from the court if you feel the situation is truly...

Preventing a teenager that jumps from house to house.

Perhaps counseling is in order. A parent isn't required to bend to the ever-changing whims of a teen. Talk to a local social worker and/or...

Obtaining sons Passport when his Father is Absent?

If no father is listed on the birth certificate, no problem--you can apply as single parent. If the father is listed on the child's birth...

Do i need a lawyer?

Unfortunately, you probably can't stop him from filing a petition; however, the court may refuse to entertain his request. The law is on your...

My Boyfriend lives with me, do I have to leave my house during the weekends the children spend the night?

As Attorney Seibert has already pointed out: it doesn't matter who has the mortgage on the house or anything else about the "house". If the spirit...

Can I choose to not go to my fathers house (he being the custodial parent) for a holiday?

Yes, at age 16 you can choose where you want to go; however, be prepared for some push back from parents, and the possibility that a court may have...