I am in California, but my Son is in New York. Do I file the paternity forms for visitations in California or in New York.

Since the child resides here then all proceedings would have to be field here in NY. I hope you found this answer helpful and if so, please let...

Hi, my attorney doesn't answer and he has 500.000 us in an escrow account, how could i know if he still has the money. divorce.

The best thing to do is find another lawyer & execute a consent to change attorneys. That way you will get rid of the first attorney and find out...

Can I request an order of protection to protect my 3yo daughter if wife made threats to kidnap the child and take overseas?

You need to have your attorney file an order to show cause wherein the relief that the judge signs off on immediately is surrender of the child's...

My 16 yr old step-daughter moved out of her mothers' home in Feb 2014 and in with a family from her church .

As the children are no longer living with the mother your husband should file a petition to vacate the child support. As to custody, your husband...

Under Joint Legal Custody does having "Primary Physical Residence" give that parent any extra jurisdiction?

Primary physical custody only means that the child lives with you, It has no effect on legal custody which is decision making. Having to make...

Filing for divorce what are my rights as a parent? Can my husband be forced to pay my legal fees? What money am I entitled to?

Your best move is to at least have a consultation with a divorce lawyer and go over all of the facts in your case. On a general basis, depending...

Can I get support money back for an emancipated child?

Unfortunately, the law does not allow for recoupment of overpayment of child support. You should however, immediately file to terminate...

The mediator cannot order drug testing. With a mediator you would have to agree on private testing. You can agree on drug testing in an agreement...

Mediation after petitioning for custody in family court?

The short answer is yes you can file for custody in family court and mediate your divorce. However, just be aware that the family court can...

What is the first thing to do when you want to file for divorce?

I would strongly suggest you have a consultation with an attorney who can guide you depending on all the facts and circumstances. Short of that, I...