My ex wife has petitioned the court for my son's name to change. What are my chances?

It is very difficult, and nearly impossible, to have a name change for a minor without both birth parent's approval.

What bills am I legally obligated to pay while going through my divorce process?

Start the divorce case as soon as possible. The court will determine who pays what. The sooner you get it started the sooner you can move on. ...

What do I need to do in order to try to obtain temporary residence in my home till my youngest is 18? She is 9 at this time.

Assuming your lawyer is experienced, he knows your case better than anybody here and you should probably listen to him. There are many factors to...

A realtor knocked on door and told me&my 5 kids that we had 2weeks toleave our house- it was foreclosing-he then rented to other

As previously stated you did not need to vacate and had the realtor kicked you out physically there could have been a claim for wrongful eviction....

What hap[pens to the marital residence depends on many factors, including the amount of equity, the ability of one spouse to buy out the interest...

My daughters ex husband has turned her son against her. He has told her was taking him away for her.

I am no sure what your question is. Your daughter should consult an attorney to find out what her remedies might be,

First, salary is not an "asset". But it is marital. The automatic orders took effect upon the start of the case and continues until the case is...

I thought that a settlement would "seal" sensitive information like this. Was I mistaken?

Either you ere mislead or you misunderstood. While the details of a divorce case is not public, any facts can be brought in by either party in a...

How can I adjourn my 17 year old's shoplifting court appearance in Nassau Cty. NY?

Your daughter was given one adjournment to get an attorney. Asking for a second, especially if you have not hired an attorney is not likely to be...

Can I resubmit my final divorce papers myself without an attorney?

If you submitted a Stipulation of Settlement then it is highly unusual for the Judge to reject it regarding health insurance for your spouse. If...