What should I have or present to the judge at the initial hearing for divorce?

Your question is a little vague. Is this the preliminary conference? If so, you should have exchanged net worth statements and various other...

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What type of sanctions are issued if you fail to provide documents needed for compliance conference?

I would consult a matrimonial attorney for a consultation however the courts will look into the reasons for failing to produce the documents. If...

Is it to late for a divorce? is it cheaper to keep her?

The only way to know how much this is going to cost would be to consult with an attorney. There are issues regarding equitable distribution to...

If my wife and I have only been in Florida for less then 4 weeks (originally from NY) What state rules do we follow for divorce

Consult a Florida attorney but from your question, it seems that New York has jurisdiction. Taking your son across state lines could present a...

EX husband is waiving his share of my retirement plan as stipulated on divorce decree. How to legally go about this change?

I would consult a matrimonial attorney. You would need a so ordered stipulation. The divorce decree is in all likelihood a court order...

In verified answer, besides the 1st 8 paragraphs, can I oppose the requested relief listed at the end of verified complaint?

If I understand your question, either admit / deny the allegations, then you may or may not counter claim, then in your wherefore clause, you ask...

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In NYS with the no fault law...why would a wife go to trial? I'm talking 30 witnesses?!

From your limited fact pattern there seems to be a question of equitable distribution. If there are assets which your wants and you two can not...

I am looking to obtain an uncontested divorce. We have lived apart for 15 years. I am extremely capable of filing out paperwork.

While you can fill out the forms yourself I would advise against it. First I would recommend you sit down with an attorney. There are issues of...

Iam not working and I need to get a divorce

I would recommend seeing an attorney to have all the appropriate paper drafted and answer any questions which might come up. Good luck.

I want a divorce, my husband quit work to go back to school & get an MBA. He never did and never worked again & contributed 0

Speak to a matrimonial attorney and explain your situation. You raise some interesting issues as far as equitable distribution and enhanced...