MY daughter is 20 yrs old her father still has to pay support but never does and owes over 10,000 Does he have to keep paying ?

If your child resides with the grandmother then you are not entitled to child support payments unless you are supporting the child. I am surprised...

How does equitable distribution work in the state of NY?

Yes. All of the factors you listed play a part in equitable distribution of assets, including your claim of marital waste. You should retain a...

Is home downpayment subject to 50/50 distribution?

Generally speaking, you and your spouse are each entitled to a "separate property credit" for your respective share of the down payment. As for a...

If I married an international student and she's back in Korea and there is no contact, can I still file an uncontested divorce?

An uncontested divorce packet is used when both parties consent to the divorce. Both you and your spouse would be required to sign and file...

Hi, I have a question about getting ssd.

In a recent case, Masella v. Masella, 2009 N.Y. Slip. Op 08190 (2nd Dept. 2009), the Appellate Division, Second Department, held that the proceeds...

Indian divorce validity in US

The divorce may or may not be valid depending on how it was obtained in India. The New York courts DO NOT favor an ex parte divorce, a divorce...

If your husband did not file a motion for a downward modification of his support payment then the 2006 order is still in effect and child support...

Yes as counsel stated, child support is paid until the age of 21 unless the child self emancipates. Based upon the facts presented, it seems as if...

Family Court Act (FCA) §451 was amended to conform the language of the FCA provision governing the modification of child support orders to the...

I agree with counsel. You should appear in court regardless to ensure you are not defaulted for non appearance. The case can be withdrawn on that...