My wife filed a petition in family court for an order of protection. I filed a cross-petition which was added to the same file.

I agree with the above, you really should have an attorney. Since she filed the Petition first she will have to priove her case. You will have an...

I want to know about my house property in a divorce.

I agree there is no specific law regarding this issue, but there are two competing legal issues. First you and your husband are each entitled to...

I have a student loan with Sallie Mae . The interest rate is high at 8.5% but they promised a reduction in rate if I pay early.

This is why you always get things in writing. When you signed the loan you were agreeing to take the loan at the stated interest rate. That was a...

What is the SOL on money judgements in New York State.

The statute of limitations on a money judgment on credit card and most standard debts is 20 years. There is no SOL on student loan and child...

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Can a 19 yr old get support from the govt or parents for educational purposes if they are no longer receiving help from parents?

She can sue her parents for child support if she is unable to support herself and yher leaving home was not voluntary. She should also be able to...

Signed a Divorce Stipulation against my better judgment. Can it be undone and should I fire my attorney and get a new one?

The fact that you believe you were not represented properly by your current attorney may not be enough to undo your stipulation. You would have to...

I assume she does not pay rent so she is not a "tenant" . She is an adult and your parent's should be able to remove her. If she refuses to go on...

Writ of garnishment and summons (non-earnings), not in Arizona

Technically a judgment in Arizona can only seize assets there unless the also obtain a judgment in NY. However banks are sometimes national. If...

I agree with the prior answers. Based on your respective incomes, you should be entitled to "alimony". The length of time depends on several...

. Can I obtain a legal divorce without my ex-husband's consent?

You muast attempt to serve him. If you fail then a motion must be made to ask the court for permission for alternate service, ie., by publication....