Temporary custody

If you have sole legal and physical custody and there is no court order or written agreement prohibiting you from doing so, then, yes you can. ...

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Uncontested divorce

Yes, you can choose NY county if you like, but you should not assume that an uncontested divorce will be quicker in that county. The supervising...

Child Support Enforcement Consultation

Sure, I think there are a lot of attorneys who offer consultations by telephone and internet. I suggest you search among the profiles here on Avvo...

What can be done in court if mother isn't complying?

If the mother isn't complying with a court order, then you should advise her in writing of the language of the order and what you consider to be a...

Biological Mothers' legal rights

No, based solely upon the information given in your narrative above, the stepmother would not be able to adopt your children. Your parental rights...

I am the trustee of an irrevocable trust. The trust owns a residence in which my mom (a grantor) resides with my stepfather

Based upon the information above, your step-father's life use would not affect the trust. If you have any doubts, arrange for a confidential...

Can assets being spent down to apply for NY Community Medicaid reimburse a family member who paid for her private custodial care

It might be suitable to deal with this situation via a SNT--not sure why you'd need to "spend down", but the first thing you should do is have a...

My father passed away he was receiving Medicaid now hospital are sending the bills to my mom is she responsible?

Your mom should not have to pay these bills, and ultimately I do not believe she will have to do so. Nevertheless, exactly how this will be...

Is my marriage to this lady null and void?

If she was "engaged" but not married, then your marriage should be valid. Sharia law would not affect your civil marriage.

In New York child support is to be paid until the age of 21. Why is this the law? What is legislative intent?

If she already has a child of her own and she is self-supporting, then NY would likely deem her emancipated even if she is not yet 21.