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3 1/2 years ago, my wife was on coumadin and has a brain bleed. They stopped the coumadin totally. 1 week later, she had stroke

Mary Katherine's answer | Answered on January 25, 2012

I'm very sorry for what you and your wife have been through! Injuries from brain bleeds can be especially unpredictable, and it is very...

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Will I have to continue to pay child support if my daughter turns 18 and has graduated HS. My ex wife saying she is disabled?

Mary Katherine's answer | Answered on January 25, 2012

Simply claiming your daughter is mentally disabled isn't going to cause child support to continue indefinitely. Furthermore, the disability must...

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If my parental rights have not been terminated, do I have the right to demand reasonable visitation of my daughter?

Mary Katherine's answer | Answered on January 25, 2012

You should consult with a local attorney immediately. Generally speaking, if there has not been a termination of parental rights, it remains...

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Can my husband adopt my son and i adopt my step daughter without the other parents consent?

Mary Katherine's answer | Answered on January 25, 2012

I agree with Mr. Burdick. It seems like your goal is possible, but not necessarily a slam-dunk. If neither child's other biological parent has...

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What do we do if the mother of my husbands child will not let us see his son?

Mary Katherine's answer | Answered on January 25, 2012

As the other attorneys have pointed out, your husband needs to hire legal counsel if he wants to solve this problem. I'm sure you wouldn't dream...

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Best decision in an affidavit expenses divorce cases

Mary Katherine's answer | Answered on January 25, 2012

It sounds like you are in a very difficult situation, but not an uncommon one. Some families can barely support one household with two incomes,...

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I'm a good father I dont drink any kind of alcoholic beverages nor smoke

Mary Katherine's answer | Answered on January 25, 2012

No! Your ex-wife cannot unilaterally decide to relocate your child against your wishes. That said, it is much easier to prevent her from going in...

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Am i able to change my childrens last name without father consent ?

Mary Katherine's answer | Answered on January 25, 2012

No, you need the father's consent or a court order to make that change.

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How and where would i go to find out if im divorced

Mary Katherine's answer | Answered on January 25, 2012

If you have lived in the Bronx since your marriage, go to the County Clerk's office at the Supreme Court on Grand Concourse. Bring your photo ID...

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How and where would i go to find out if im divorced

Mary Katherine's answer | Answered on January 25, 2012

If you have lived in the Bronx since your marriage, go to the County Clerk's office at the Supreme Court on Grand Concourse. Bring your photo ID...

Mary Katherine Brown's Answers (10838)

3 1/2 years ago, my wife was on coumadin and has a brain bleed. They stopped the coumadin totally. 1 week later, she had stroke

Will I have to continue to pay child support if my daughter turns 18 and has graduated HS. My ex wife saying she is disabled?

If my parental rights have not been terminated, do I have the right to demand reasonable visitation of my daughter?

Can my husband adopt my son and i adopt my step daughter without the other parents consent?

What do we do if the mother of my husbands child will not let us see his son?

Best decision in an affidavit expenses divorce cases

I'm a good father I dont drink any kind of alcoholic beverages nor smoke

Am i able to change my childrens last name without father consent ?

How and where would i go to find out if im divorced

How and where would i go to find out if im divorced