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My daughters dad is trying to get custody of her. hes never helped me with anything hes in and out of her life.

Philip's answer | Answered on July 03, 2011

If the child's father has filed for custody in court, you will bring the facts of your case to the attention of the judge at the proper time. ...

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My husband commited adultery and had a baby while we were married, he is trying to take everything from me, can he?

Philip's answer | Answered on July 01, 2011

It would be quite unusual for one party to get "everything" in a divorce. The adultery issue is less important to your case, because New York is...

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Not properly served with divorce papers. But Need a lawyer in NY ASAP.

Philip's answer | Answered on July 01, 2011

I would need additional information to determine if this is, in fact proper service based upon the facts of your case. The court can permit...

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If some one in jail is asking for paternity test, never signed the birth cert.

Philip's answer | Answered on June 29, 2011

You should never ignore any petitions or court notices. You are apparently the named respondent and have been served. You can address your issues...

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In a divorce, if one person is willing to buy a house out from other for 1/2 of fair market, can the other person force a sale?

Philip's answer | Answered on June 28, 2011

If you are seeking to prevent the sale of the house through a buy-out of the other party's interest in the premises, I would look at additional...

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Can I still counter sue my husband on grounds in New York under the new No-Fault divorce law ?

Philip's answer | Answered on June 27, 2011

Yes. The original "fault" based grounds are still on the books in New York. However, you will likely prolong your case in terms of time and...

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Is there any way that a divorce would not be granted if one spouse does not want a divorce ?

Philip's answer | Answered on June 26, 2011

New York is no longer a "fault" based grounds jurisdiction. In October, 2010, the legislature enacted a no-fault ground of "Irretrievable...

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I would like a quick answer to a question i have on divorce

Philip's answer | Answered on June 26, 2011

There is no longer a fault based "grounds" requirement in New York State. This means you can file on the basis of "Irretrievable Breakdown in...

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If you and your spouse are seperated and living in seperate housing in new york state and it is over 13 months,

Philip's answer | Answered on June 26, 2011

Based upon the information contained in your question, it sounds as if you are "physically" separated. I would discuss this with a matrimonial...

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My husband baby's mother will not let him see his son. what can he do ?

Philip's answer | Answered on June 26, 2011

I recommend that your son refile his petition for custody or visitation so he can see the child. It is unclear why your son did not appear for the...

Philip Adam Kusnetz's Answers (491)

My daughters dad is trying to get custody of her. hes never helped me with anything hes in and out of her life.

My husband commited adultery and had a baby while we were married, he is trying to take everything from me, can he?

Not properly served with divorce papers. But Need a lawyer in NY ASAP.

If some one in jail is asking for paternity test, never signed the birth cert.

In a divorce, if one person is willing to buy a house out from other for 1/2 of fair market, can the other person force a sale?

Can I still counter sue my husband on grounds in New York under the new No-Fault divorce law ?

Is there any way that a divorce would not be granted if one spouse does not want a divorce ?

I would like a quick answer to a question i have on divorce

If you and your spouse are seperated and living in seperate housing in new york state and it is over 13 months,

My husband baby's mother will not let him see his son. what can he do ?