Court without lawyer

Can you finalize your divorce without a lawyer? The answer is technically yes. Please read between the lines

If you're not married what rights does the father have towards the baby ? I want to break up with my boyfriend , he's no help

FATHER'S RIGHTS: A father has a legal right to be a part of his child's life. Even prisoners get to see their kids. The Court takes the position...

Child Support Modification

There are several components to child support: Basic Child Support: 17% 1 child; 25% 2 children; 29% 3 children etc. In addition to the basic...

How can I enforce the MSA regarding contribution to 529 fund?

Child Support: There are several possible components to the payor parent's obligation to pay child support. There is the basic child support...

Could this impact my custody case?

The Courts award child custody based on a Best Interest of the Child standard. Visit my website, under Blog, for more detailed information

Can a party sue the mistress for emotional distress? Over 100 years ago it was a crime to alienate the affections of one spouse to another. That...

What are the criteria a mom needs to get 100% physical custody of a 7yr old boy

Custody is decided by the Court using a Best Interest of the Child standard. There are no 100% guarantees. The Court will examin both parents

My gf and I had a argument, and I was violated. She wants to drop the charges. Can she just go to Da

Violation of an Order of Protection is a criminal act. The matter is heard in District Court and the district attorney's office decides whether or...

My son lives with my mother. My ex and I signed Legal Guardianship to her. Can my ex demand sole custody?

In determing child custody the Courts employ a Best Interest of the Child standard. The change in the custodial arrangement will require a showing...

What to do when spouse is too afraid of ex to file to end child support? New York residents

The age of emancipation in New York is 21. File a petition in Family Court just to be safe, although it may not be necessary