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Is it possible to have the court order temporary parenting schedule while the our case is proceeding in Kings County, Brooklyn?
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Answered on January 30, 2014
You can bring a motion seeking temporary custody/parenting time. The issues may go to a hearing. You should retain an attorney for best results.
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Will it be better for me to file for divorce or wait for my wife to serve me?
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Answered on January 29, 2014
I do not think that there is anything to be gained by waiting as you state that you do not want the situation to continue. It is unclear why you...
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Liability for Counsel Fees in NYS Divorce from unreasonable spouses attorney
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Answered on January 29, 2014
You will need to litigate the action on its merits and oppose the application for attorney fees. You should retain an attorney to represent you if...
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Why the Family Court does not have authority over the Child Support Collection Enforcement Agency?
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Answered on January 26, 2014
In general, a petition for modification is only retroactive to the date of filing. Having a "great record" and never being arrested is certainly...
Is family court for divorce and custody a closed court? are character witnesses testifying on the stand during trial?
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Answered on January 25, 2014
In Suffolk County, divorces are handled in Supreme Court which is an open court. Family Court is generally closed except to the parties, their...
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Can i call law enforcement to enforce a legalized visitation agreement?
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Answered on January 25, 2014
If there is a valid court order on custody/visitation and you contact law enforcement regarding a violation they will likely provide you with a...
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Chances at getting custody with a favorable Forensics Report
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Answered on January 25, 2014
You should have an attorney representing you in a case such as this. It will likely go to a hearing/trial and the judge will make the decision on...
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I was married in 1987 and we each went our own way. I was in jail from 1994 untill 2005. How do I obtain a divorce w
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Answered on January 24, 2014
As the other attorneys have correctly mentioned, there is no automatic divorce. Only the court can grant a divorce and an action must be commenced...
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I need temporary maintenance, which is supposed to hold me over until trial, what can I do?
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Answered on January 24, 2014
There is such a thing as interim relief, but I would need to know more about the facts of your matter including the respective income of the parties.
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What are the repercussions of relocating against a court order? What are my rights and what is the court process?
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Answered on January 23, 2014
The ultimate penalty for relocating "against a court order" would be a loss of custody. Speak with your attorney for additional information.
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