How can I adjourn my 17 year old's shoplifting court appearance in Nassau Cty. NY?

You are going to need an attorney to show up and adjourn it for you on that date. Otherwise a warrant will be issued for her arrest. The attorney...

I read all the answers given by other attorneys and I notice they all conflict to some degree. The reason is that when it comes to whether or not...

If my income was lowered with a SIGNIFICANT paycut (from 55k/yr to $400/wk) can my child support be lowered?

The Court may very well require you to prove what you have done to seek another job to replace the lost income. Additionally, if there's a smart...

How can I get help when the other parent violates our custody stipulation/orders and refuses psychological services for our son?

I agree with one of the other attorneys who responded: it sounds like you are trying to avoid Court. That is not a good strategy. Not knowing all...

After my case in family court? Can I petition the court for attorney fees?

In general, you are much more likely to get attorneys' fees awarded in Supreme Court than from Family Court. It really depends on the judge and if...

How should I respond to false allegations from my wife that result in a Temporary Order of Protection?

Family Offense Petitions are very fact specific. We very often make motions to have them dismissed based on whether or not the petition has enough...

How do I petition for visitation for my son?

If your son has lived in another state more than six months you are going to have to petition in that state. However the NY Family Courts permit...

All of my colleagues answered your question correctly. However I would add a few more things you should do: You should not wait too long to...

Terminating parental rights

If you are re-married it's very easy to do. The reason is there is another father figure to fill that space. If you are not remarried or in a...

Do grandparents have any rights to see their grandchildren?

Both attorneys who answered you have told you the right thing. Grandparents DO have rights if they can prove a connection between themselves and...