Is it a good idea to see an attorney for a consultation before I get the divorce papers from my wife?

I suggest you begin interviewing lawyers now in preparation. You will get a feel for the attorney and you can discuss all the facts of your case...

By appellate court in new york how much time to you get to tell your story? I was told I have seven minutes. Please deny or

When you file your brief for the appeal, you indicate if you want time to orally argue the case. You can request up to 15 minutes, but once you...

My boyfriend has been legally separated from his wife for over 10 years. Is that agreement still valid if he files for divorce?

The agreement is still in effect and would form the basis of the property settlement of the divorce. In regard to social security, she would be...

My parents (mostly my dad) were falsely accused of abuse. What should I do?

Your parents should hire an attorney who you can speak to and support your parents in any way that is deemed proper. I hope you found this...

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I am on the receiving end of a stay away order and ,the person who issued it is contacting me and harrassing me via text andcall

DO NOT TAKE THE BAIT AND RESPOND IN ANY WAY. You can also file for an order of protection showing the texts and calls. In regard to the protected...

If a spouse moved to the state of Fl. and has decided not to pay support what recourse do I have?

He still has to pay. What you should do is file a violation petition in the family court in the county you live in. Also ask for income execution...

If I cannot serve the noncustodial parent for our child support modicification can the judge dismiss my petition?

You need to get an affidavit from a process server that says he went to the address three different times on three different days and was unable to...

Am i able to contest arrears not be taken from nys taxes at the end of the year?

Unfortunately the answer is no. Even though you have other bills child support comes first and they will not take less so you can pay your other...

If a father give up all rights can he come back nine years later for custody. in that nine years he hasn't got her anything for

The father cannot "give up his rights" short of a neglect or adoption proceeding. He can come back after 9 years and ask for custody but it is...

Divorce and custody with missing spouse

You would have to file a motion for alternate service to serve your husband. In regard to visitation, that would be part of the divorce and the...