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Ending confidentiality of NYC housing judge disciplinary proceedings

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Can I be summoned to court by the respondent for a closed custody issue, if the judge has already ruled in my favor?

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Can I get spousal support from my husband to help with living expenses before or after we divorce?

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Do I have to evict a month to Month tenant if they don't leave in 30 days how long does eviction take?

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my wife of 5 years had an emotional affair and abandoned the family, what is my financial reponsibility when splitting assets?

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