Can I be adopted by a friend's family?

Although adoption may not be immediately possible, your friend's parents can possibly be your foster care family. I would suggest you have them...

Although anything you accrue after the date of filing is considered your own, separate property and is not subject to equitable distribution-...

How will a typo in my index number affect my uncontested divorce case?

You can simply file amended/corrected forms with the County Clerk's office. Best to also submit with a signed letter explaining why you are...

Residential Custody for School but Joint Custody 50/50?

Enrolling a your child in school before the Judge rules may anger the judge and damage your case. Best advice here is to hold off as your attorney...

Divorce?

These are complicated forms and should be processed by a matrimonial attorney. Unfortunately, when lay persons (non-lawyers) try to submit such...

What to do if spouse doesn't want to divorce

Under NYS law, you are entitled to a divorce, even if your spouse does not want one. Since 2010 we have a no-fault divorce law, which allows you a...

How I can report a fraud marriage ?

You cannot report marriage fraud, as it is not illegal. However, your friend can seek an Annulment of the marriage. If your friend needs...

Can I wait till after my divorce is final to go for the qdro?

Your divorce will need to be final (signed by a judge and entered in the county clerk's office) in order for a Court to sign off and order your...

What can I do?

These types of games are common in divorce. You best bet is to file a police report that the phone is lost and get a new one. If the old one turns...

When a spouse receives money from a will, it is generally considered to be a separate property asset and not a marital asset. However, if the money...