As a New York family law attorney, I can assure you that in most circumstances under New York law, parents are responsible for supporting their...

Can I put my daughter in rehab?

Speak with a mental health professional who deals with addiction issues. They will be the best source of information about how to handle this...

If all the children were your biological children, then absent special circumstances, there would be no legal issue pertaining to room sharing. ...

My 19 year old son lives with my ex-husband and th court recognizes him as the residential parent.

Probably, but you should speak with a local attorney to review the entire situation in confidence and to obtain specific legal advice. Good luck!

Sadly, these situations are very difficult to manage. Your girlfriend is correct that in NY parents are responsible for child support until the...

Can I file a petition against the custodial parent for relocating without proper consent?

Yes, you may have several options for addressing the above-described situation, including an order preventing the mother from relocating with your...

Can the court come after me to support a child that left my home and is now 19 in New York?

The circumstances you've described above suggest that the child has many issues which could prevent him from being deemed emancipated, which would...

As a New York family law attorney, I can tell you that absent a valid court order or written agreement, under New York law a parent's obligation to...

How dose custudy work with a Mentally disabled child

As a New York family law attorney who is very well familiar with mental health issues, divorce, custody, guardianship, and children with special...

Reducing child support obligation-new york City

No, the court will not reduce child support if the Judge (or Support Magistrate) believes your ex husband was fired for cause and is not actively...