What is the easiest way to file for divorce in New York state? Where do i go for free help with other related divorce questions?

Hello: By legally separated do you mean you have a proper fully executed and acknowledged Separation Agreement? If so, this should not be a...

Does this happen often? What are the chances of the the landlord winning such case? What are our options? *Thanks*

Hello: In addition to the above answers, what the landlord will be trying to establish is where the grandparents have a primary residence....

Are there any ways to get a building to change the status of someone who's subletting to prime tenant? What are some options?

Hello: Your question does not indicate whether or not your lease is rent regulated but in addition to the above, you can always ask the landlord...

Where would I file to solidify the remaining divorce matters such as pension division, debts, etc? NY or CA

Hello: You should have your California counsel explain to you the "bifurcation". I have had some experience with this but every case is...

Hello: Is there a judge assigned to this case? You can tell by e-courts. Contact the judge's clerk (phone numbers are on NY Courts web site and...

Divorce and never received equitable distribution.

Hello: Unless Supreme Court retained exclusive jurisdiction, you can file petitions in Family Court for enforcement of support orders. The...

Making a payment solve the problem? can i countersue for false claim by the landlord? credit score/defamation?

Hello: Did you live with your grandmother before she passed away? Some questions you have may be answered by this link, which, by the way,...

If there are 2 people living in an apartment for over 30 years, is the apartment legally consider theirs as a tenant

Hello: Many rent regulated apartments are not registered. This is a big issue. "Rent Regulated Building Search on DHCR's Web site The...

What rights do i have to force the landlord to take action and resolve the issue. Can the neighbor be fined or evicted?

Hello: See 9 NYCRR § 2202.16 Rent decrease for reduction of services, etc. - Noise caused by another tenant may affect the condition of the...

What are my rights as a subtenant when leaseholder has taken my rent money for 3 months and not paid landlord?

Hello: In addition to the above, is this a rent regulated lease? Is there landlord consent? Perhaps you may want to speak to the landlord, with...