As a Jehovah witness do I have a right to not allow my child to celebrate holidays and birthday with the noncustodial parent

If there is no court order of visitation, you can keep the child away from the celebration. If he were to petition the court for visitation, it is...

Have joint custody of two children (16) with the ex. One of my children wants to come and live with me other does but doesn't

The child support will have to be recalculated based on the increase in salary, as well as the fact that one child would be living with you. It...

How do I get emancipated at 17 in New York

I agree with both attorneys. Go to school during the day. Get a job after school. You'll be out of the home for a gread portion of the day. Save...

Both orders are valid and must be obeyed. Neither supersedes the other. The Criminal Court order seems more restrictive but it allows for the...

Can I open a new child custody case in the U.S.A if a child custody case was open in Canada by the primary care giving parent?

Mr. Port is correct. New York does not have jurisdiction. Although I don't know the rules and procedures in Canada, it seems unfair that a Judge...

My father has no pernatal rights can he get them back?

I never want to suggest self-help, even to a 16 year old. It can have negative legal consequences against your father. However, if he comes to NY...

Ex husband girlfriend just hired may be new secretary at my lawyers office, how do I find out . I don't know his gf last name.

Whether coincidence or not, if it is the same person, you should change attorneys. Speak to the attorney and make sure before you decide how to...

Can i represent myself if my attorney does not show up to Court?

By the way, you should call your attorney and discuss the upcoming appearance. Find remind the attorney of the court date and make sure he or she...

In NYS may a father give up his rights to his 2 year old daughter voluntarily? How does mother pursue this?

Both attorneys are correct. Unless a new spouse wants to adopt, this won't happen. The fact that there is a full sibling makes it even more...

How can I protect my son!?

The short answer is, you should file for custody. If the mother is, in fact, of limited mental capacity, and the safety of your son rests on her...