Should I file for emancipation?

You'll have to look to the terms of your court order or written agreement, but it is likely that if she is attending school full-time, there is...

Yes, once the child receives public support, then the state has an interest in the collection of child support. I suggest you have a confidential...

Does my ex husband have the right to visitation with my daughter when he is not giving me child support?

Generally, yes. Child support and visitation are separate matters. I suggest you consult with a local attorney to review the matter to see what...

You cannot have a valid marriage to more than one person at a time. As such, based upon the information you've provided above, your marriage in NY...

My ex husband no longer lives in the United States and turns up every 5 months or so using his green card.

Your suspicions do not raise a legal duty on your part to do anything.

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I want to divorce my wife after 17 years. I`m from the US and she`s from Japan. She doesnt want to contest it. We both agree.

Once you are divorced, your wife will no longer be eligible for health insurance through your employer's plan. One way to deal with this is to...

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Of course you can make an Affidavit if you want to, but that won't confer custody, and it may not be accepted by whomever is asking for "court...

Just because im custodial parent does this mean i cant go out once in a while.

It is a little sad that you feel you must ask this question in an online forum. You do need to make sure all your child's needs will be met 24/7,...

What is the statue of limitations in NY regarding a divorce in which one of the parties went to a rehab & signed away his home?

It sounds like you are asking about avoiding a contract on the basis of incapacity, but it is not clear. In order to know the applicable statute...

Is it possible for my husband to adopt my 13 year old daughter even though the biological father has said no in the past?

It is unlikely you can proceed with an adoption before age 18 if the biological father won't consent.