Must issue be joined to file a pendente lite motion?

Issue does not have to be joined. You can file for pendente lite relief as long as you have purchased an index number and a request for judicial...

To what age, is a child support paying parent responsivble for a disabled child, 18 or 21?

The age of emancipation in NY is 21 and you do not have to pay child support beyond that age unless you agree otherwise.

Do I have any rights to my 14 year old step daughter?

Unfortunately, as Mr. Treuhaft states, you do not have what is called "standing" to obtain custody of your step daughter unless you have adopted...

I have primary placement of my 7 year old son and its been that way since he was 3 how far back will child support go ?

Child support is only retroactive to the date you file your petition, not since his placement with you.

How long after divorce Need to wait to merried again?

Once your judgment of divorce is entered in the county clerk's office, you are free to get married again.

What does it mean spousal support to be paid until death of spouse

You will be paying spousal support (eg. maintenance/alimony) until your ex wife dies, or until you die, whichever comes first.

Can my visitation or legal custody be negatively impacted by 1 missed visit for business purposes?

Exercising parenting time with your child is a right, not an obligation. If you have never missed a visit with your child in two years, have an...

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Who do I contact?

Assuming that our ex husband's income increased by 15% since the date of the last Family Court Order, you need to file a petition in family court...

Yes, the Respondent will get credit for any amounts "voluntarily" paid from the date of your petition.

As Joint Custodian am I entitled to have a contact number for child care providers?

Yes, you are entitled to know and speak with any child care providers.