I bought a home before I married. Refied during marriage bought a 2nd home, no mortgage. Is this considered separate property?

If you can show that the second home, bought during the marriage, was a replacement for the first home, and you are the only one who paid the mtg...

My husband and I are separated, but not legally. Can I get him to pay spousal support as well as child support?

You can file a Petition in Family Court for Spousal Support. You might consider filing for divorce where you can have all of your issue handled at...

I'm currently pregnant with our second child.

You will need to either file an amended petition or new petition depending on when your second child is born. If it is while the first case is...

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My soon be ex-husband and I separated on July 13th. I moved out with our daughter on July 20th. Am I right for doing this?

You do not say whether there is a current order of custody or what your next court date is for. You need to retain an attorney who can give you...

Financial disclosure is required. If the other side demands it in an ongoing divorce case the DRL requires that a Statement of Net Worth be...

A Guardian Ad Litem has been appointed for me in a Foreclosure Action, How can I get them removed?

It is unusual to have a Guardian appointed unless you are incapable of taking care of yourself. You can certainly move by Order to Show Cause to...

Child support order review for modification

Without having a proviso in your divorce to exchange income info it is difficult to know for sure what his current salary is. If you believe it has...

In a typical divorce settlement, does the person paying child support get dollar for dollar college room and board credit?

Yes. In NY if the non custodial parent pays for room and board he gets a credit against his child support. This does not apply to tuition.

Can i sue my husband mistress

No. There used to be a cause of action titled Alienation of Affection. This has been abolished in almost all states. It was where you could sue a...

What is the first thing to do when you want to file for divorce?

As everyone else has mentioned, obviously the first thing to do is consult with a local matrimonial attorney. Anytime there are issue regarding...