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Dont have original will only have a copy of will / what do we do
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Answered on September 18, 2012
An application to the court will have to be made to have the original produced. I suggest you consult with a local attorney immediately for...
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I am divorcing for the 2nd time in NJ. Due to my children I would like to go back to my exhusbands surname. Will I be able to?
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Answered on September 18, 2012
Yes, as an adult you are free to change you name as you see fit provided you do not attempt any fraud in doing so.
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I seperated from husband 4 yrs after marring him, since then i have been living w someone else for at lease 25yrs is this still
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Answered on September 18, 2012
Once you marry, you stay married until you obtain a legal divorce. Thus, in the situation you've described above, you are still married to the...
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What age am i no longer legally responsiable for my son?
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Answered on September 18, 2012
Generally speaking, in New York state parents are obligated to support their unemancipated children until age 21. That does not mean that a parent...
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How could I change my daughters last name with out her fathers consent I know he isn't going to approve it
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Answered on September 17, 2012
If the child has a legal father, then you will need his consent. Otherwise, upon reaching the age of majority, your child may choose to change her...
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My husband's ex is requesting child support to be reevaluated. Can other factors be taken into account?
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Answered on September 17, 2012
Yes, a court may take into consideration all the relevant circumstances; however, the starting point will certainly be your husband's current...
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How can i get my child to live with me if she's living with her grandparents and they cannot find the father?.
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Answered on September 17, 2012
Changing a child's legal custody is a complex procedure that necessarily involves the courts. In order to determine whether such a change is...
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I have a 16 year old who wants to move out of his father's home and into mine, how does this work?
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Answered on September 17, 2012
The first step is to seek agreement from his parents.
Can I get a divorce while pregnant in New York State?
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Answered on September 17, 2012
Yes, of course, as long as you meet all the other jurisdictional requirements.
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I'm looking at getting married after being widowed for some years now and i have met someone and what kind of a agree do i need
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Answered on September 17, 2012
You are wise and thoughtful to seek advice on the preparations necessary to go forward with a worry-free marriage on these issues. A prenuptial...
