Can I close my 401k prior to a separation and not pay any to my spouse

Closing it or not will not effect property division. Under New York, the marital portion of the plan is calculated by dividing the total months of...

Sorry, there is a federal law, called the Federal Torts Claims Act, which specifically prohibits "any claim arising out of assault, battery, false...

I'm going thru divorce and about to hire a lawyer but found out he hass a bunch of bad online reviews. Should I hire this one?

Bad reviews can depend. If all the bad reviews have a similar theme, you might be wary. However, also be aware that some clients project their...

Do I need an attorney for Child Support re-caclulation?

I always advise fathers to go with an attorney. Some support magistrates push litigants around without a lawyer. With a lawyer, this does not...

No, but there is an application you can make, it is called a Shreve motion. It is based upon a case where the ex was making frivolous petitions and...

Military workplace is emotionally hostile. Do we have any recourse when this is happening all the way up to the commander?

Unfortunately, this is not an uncommon situation. In my 27 years in the military as a JAG, I have seen it often. You didn't indicate whether this...

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Do.I.need a lawyer

When your girlfriend has you arrested that is God's way of telling you that the relationship is over. First, get a criminal attorney. Second file...

My children have raised concerns about their treatment by my ex-wife (whom has custody) and her boyfriend. What are my options?

You need to file a petition for increase visitation at the very least. You have to question an attorney for the child, and perhaps ask the court to...

My 440 motion denied in yonkers court ? Where us the right place to appeal ? Somewhere in manhattan???

Appeals in Westchester go to the Second Department. It is located in Brooklyn. If you want to appeal, it probably a good idea to consult with an...

Go to TDS (Trial Defense Service). You cannot be punished without process. However, if you are being punished you should be credited for it. They...