What are the legal ramifications for breaking this sublease?

I agree that at most you will be responsible for a months rent possibly some attorneys fees. You have to balance the reason you want to leave with...

After more than a year, my roommate and myself discovered the primary tenant has been lying about the cost of rent

I believe that can bring a case in small claims court. At lea set two things to keep in mind . One is that your damages are limited to $5000.00...

I'm a single mom living w/ my disabled son In Brooklyn, NY. I need help with landlord tenant rights in an illegal apartment.

You do need an attorney. Legal Aid or call the brooklyn bar association. Your landlord has to jump a few hoops. Do not pay the rent . Save it to...

I believe that you cannot. I think belongs in another category.

How hard is it to get a spouse to amend a separation agreement

If your spouse agrees then have your lawyers revise. If your spouse does not then you will have to go to court. A review of the agreement is...

Does a friend who lives with me and helps out with my kids count as a domestic employee?

You have this listed incorrectly as domestic violence. I too will redirect. Also I am unsure what you mean by roommate and or how much time he/she...

Do I have to come to court if I have a lawyer? I am representing myself in a custody suit because of no money but I am losing

You will still have to appear in most if not all court appearances. I do understand your concern about paying for an attorney and missing days...

Is a gift of a home considered separate property?

I see that this is listed as a common law marriage. Good news no such thing in New York. May I suggest that you contact an attorney either way....

My husband wants the grounds for divorce to be cruel and inhumane treatment so that green card can be attained faster.

I am unsure of your true concerns. Sometimes non U. S. Citizens marry for citizenship. I will not address your other questions but highly...

My ex leaves our son in daycare during the day and leaves him a babysitter to bowl 2 nights when he has him, will this help me

You must retain counsel. To represent yourself is much to emotional for you. If you cannot afford one ask for a court appointed attorney. If you...