Do I need permission from the court to file a Notice of Issue or do I just file it ?

Your Preliminary Conference Order would give a date for filing of NOI. If that date is past, and there is no outstanding discovery, you can file a...

Pre-marriage real estate purchase - one attorney

You certainly need your own attorney now. Contact an attorney right away.

Nassau County, NY Divorce Matrimonial Divorce Time Standards

18 months is the general standards and goals guideline but it is discretionary.

This is an immigration law question and should be posted there.

I was served last april 25 for a contested divorce.

If you were served with a Summons and didn't file an answer you are in default. You need to talk to an attorney immediately to protect yourself. A...

How do I file for custody?

You need to go to the Family Court and ask for the intake clerk for Custody. They will give you a form to fill out. But I advise doing this...

If there is no current order of custody you can not be charged with kidnapping. However he can run and get an order and you make look bad. You...

If you insist on going to trial, your attorney should have this scheduled for trial. However you should be informed of the risks of trial. ...

Can I counter sue for a modification of child support during an upcoming court date for a wage garnishment?

You NEED to file your own petition. The court can not address any issue that is not formally before it. The matters will be merged and heard by the...

Counsel Fees in NYS for abusive divorce lawyer

Interim counsel fees are awarded to the non monied spouse. If you believe they are stalling to rack up more fees your remedy is to schedule a...