It depends on the court and type of case. Generally a child under 18 will be appointed an attorney. The attorney will appear for the child. ...

Getting a neglect petition dismissed Any advice in getting this dismissed?

This is a little confusing. You say your ex brought you to family court for custody and you also say there is a neglect petition. I assume there...

Since 1028 hearings usually are fact based it is rare for an appeal to overturn it. You have to show an error in the law by the Judge. The...

My wife who is resident in the state of maryland filed for divorce and she wants to serve me the petiotion. i live in new york.

While you need to be served personally with the papers, she can send them to the sheriff or process server any way she chooses.

As the defendant in a divorce, can I still file the application to proceed as a poor person?

You should be able to file a poor persons application. Ask the clerk at the Matrimonial Center for the form.

During divorce proceedings, my husband terminated our health insurance. What are the consequences and what should I do?

If he terminated the insurance after the divorce started he is in violation of the automatic orders. You should file a motion for contempt. You...

Getting a sooner court date is almost impossible. If legal aid was assigned to your case contact the attorney there and ask if they can contact the...

Am I responsible for a payment if my insurance does not have claims for services?

Your question is more evidentiary rather than legal. You have a legal obligation under your stipulation but you do not believe the expenses are...

Looking for some help with my divoice,husband back in egypt,he already sign papers,have no kids and no property,on disabilty.

You say he signed the papers, but was he served with the summons. If he accepted service you should be able to submit the papers to the clerk. You...

Victim of parental alienation: Can back child support payments be terminated if a case of parental alienation is made?

Your father is not going to be able to go back to court to cancel arrears. He should have gone to court during the time of the alienation and...