Does NY allow for a retroactive change of a child support order?

I am sorry that we are both up this late. The general answer to your question is no. Generally, you cannot reduce what are deemed "arrears." ...

Grounds for restraining order?

I am sorry we are both up late tonight. As an attorney who handles these types of matters and also a divorced dad, I think I am able to respond to...

If I have legal custody of my son, can his father lawyer put a petition in court to get his social security number ?

While I do not practice in your state, I do not see any reason for a father being deprived of any information about his child. If there are valid...

What forms do i need to file for court

I strongly suggest that you go to the court house in person and see if there is a Pro Se / Self Represent window or staff. Many courts have people...

Can a judge reccomend a specific lawyer in a DWI case out of NY state?

It is more likely that the Judge is assigning you a lawyer, not recommending a lawyer. If you cannot afford an attorney and the crime is serious,...

Am I covered by the lemon law if the dealer claims to not find an issue?

First, I have zero experience with the Lemon Law. But, from what I have read, the Lemon Law applies to cars that have been to shop a particular...

What are the disadvantages of applying for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) (food Stamps)?

One detriment to receiving government benefits is that if you have a personal injury or medical malpractice case, the government will assert a lien...

NY State child support has dropped arrears owed to my daughter

I have never dealt with your issue before. However, it seems that if you want lien removed so that you can obtain a passport, etc., you will need...

What is the regular procedure for getting a government job(civil service)? Can someone explain? Thanks.

This is not really a question about the law but I believe that to obtain a civil service job there are applications that must be filled out and...

While I do not practice in VA, Pro Bono refers to a lawyer providing services for free: no payment. In many states, like in NY, there are programs...