Do you have to sign a retainer for family court? I had a 18 b attorney and he is not doing his job in my opinion he wants 5,000

If you earn around 30k or less and don't own real estate generally you can obtain an 18b lawyer for the issue of custody only. 18b is paid by tax...

This depends on assets, and some other questions. It is important that you do the papers right to avoid delays as well. Speak with a local...

I'd like to file for divorce, my husband has affairs and no marital relations for 19 mon., what grounds do I have.

NY is a no fault state. Generally under the law affairs have no impact on how assets are split in divorce. There is still child support as an issue...

Can we live together if wife gave me papers where says Irretrievable Breakdown in Relationship for at last Six Month DRL 170(7)?

whether you can live together will depend on your lease or living situation after the divorce. You will no longer be living as husband and wife. ...

You don't have to wait 40 days. You should either reach an agreement with her regarding all issues in your case or put in a notice of appearance...

Can i file for divorce if my husband abandon me 4 years ago?

There are ways to obtain a divorce even when the other party doesn't sign. Speak with an attorney to find out the specifics. Basically we can...

How long does a person have after a divorce judgment is processed to follow through with the terms of divorce?

What does the Divorce Judgment say as to when? If silent or past its due date you should consider a post judgment application to the court to...

Divorced or no

For clarification, you are not officially divorced until the Judgement of Divorce is entered in the county clerk's office. Kings county allows...

Why was I told that support obligations end in New York City when my child reaches the age of 26?

26 is the last year where you can cover your child under your health insurance. Some people try to obligate their spouses to cover the children...

After getting an index number on court, how long do I wait to send all forms and place case on calendar?

Provided all of the right forms are all filled out correctly and signed/notarized where needed you can submit at any time.