I was arrested for unlawful imprisonment. female, no priors. upstanding citizen. what are my chances of it being cleared?

If you and your lawyers agree and cooperate, you should be able to get everything dropped.

I haven't received support in 6 mos and am going to file a violation of non-payment in Bronx county. What can I expect?

You will have to show (by way of support account sheet) or your testimony how much is owed. Then your ex will have to prove payments or a good...

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PLEASE HELP! Is it time for me to find a Different Divorce Attorney, or is there something else I can do?

At the very least, have a consultation with a local attorney and go over the facts of your case with him and see what they say. I hope you found...

It is up to the DA to drop the case. They can subpoena you but if you don't cooperate and don't come to court the case will be dismissed.

In a late filing by a bank (more than 1 year) do I present a separate motion or do I present the late filing as a defense.

This question has been asked several times, read those answers. This should be posted in foreclosure.

Do I have the right to request a trial?

Legal Aid is only the organization that is representing you. They are lawyers and can do everything any other lawyer can do. If you want a...

Is there any difference as a Respondent whether you respond to a petition in writing or verbally?

In family court, there is no "reply" to a petition if you are the respondent. You just present your case at the hearing. However, if you are...

Joint Custody 'll

you should post this question in the Virginia section as this would be covered by Virginia Law. In New York there are two types of custody - legal...

In a late filing by a bank (more than 1 year) do I present a separate motion or do I present the late filing as a defense.

This is the second posting of the same question. You use it in opposition to the motion.

In a late filing by a bank (more than 1 year) do I present a separate motion or do I present the late filing as a defense.

It is done as opposition to the motion,