Unless there is a good reason and BOTH parties agree, any modification will be retroactive to the date of the first filing requesting it. Good luck!

Is there pro bono lawyers for assisting disabled veterans in family court?

I'm not sure whether there are pro bono attorneys for your particular issue, but I am sure that there are attorneys who will accept a payment plan....

How do i find a NY Lawyer to represent me in interstate child support case?

As a New York family law attorney, I can tell you that you are in and enviable position compared to many parents trying to collect child support. ...

Can I sue my son who is in college for not contributing to the household?

Whether you have a duty to support your son depends upon his age, and sometimes other circumstances. If he's under 18, you can be pretty sure that...

Is there a way that i can become legally emancipated in the state of new york

Yes, it is possible. Please keep in mind that in NY your parents usually will have a duty to support you until age 21. If you become emancipated,...

What can i do to get my money back?

If the "back pay for child support" is actually child support arrears, meaning it was due a long time ago but never paid, then it belongs to the...

I moved a girlfriend into my place and today we had a dispute. She said she is leaving. Am I allowed to pack her belongings?

It would be safer for you to have another person supervise her packing her own things and removing them at at specific time. Whether that degree...

Should the father or DCF remove an abusive mother from the home?

Indeed, your local attorneys are the best source of information and I agree with Attorney Norris--there isn't enough information (nor should there...

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Should i mention DV second time around?

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Terminating ncps rights without consent?

Whether a parents rights can and/or should be terminated for cause is a question that cannot be answered without an in-depth review of all the...