What legal documents do I need for a divorce.

You can go online to the court website to see what documents are required for the filing of an uncontested divorce. You may want to consult with a...

Alimony?

There is a statute regarding maintenance (alimony) in New York state. Many factors are utilized for each situation. However, the fact that your...

How do I stop paying child support now that my daughter is 21yrs old?

When the courts re-open, you will have to file a petition to vacate your support obligation if support is paid through the support collection unit....

There is a presumption that a child born of the marriage is a child of the spouses. That can only be rebutted by an order of paternity established...

Is wife entitled to half money that is not in bank account i.e. $25,000? Is husband require to pay more than just child support

Each spouse is entitled to one-half of all marital assets subject to any intervening issues. Child support is generally paid by the...

The custodial parent is awarded child support for food, clothing and shelter. The statute also provides for a pro-rata share of non-reimbursed...

Can my son be adopted by my boyfriend?

An adoption proceeding can only be completed upon notice and consent of all essential parties. As paternity has never been established, this is an...

I currently live in NYC and there is a order of protection against my kids father only to stay away from me.

If you fail to appear, the matter may be dismissed for failure to prosecute. However, the District Attorney's office may contact you for your...

I currently have an order of protection against my kids father and I’ll like to know if I tell the DA I no longer want to press?

If you don't appear it is possible that the matter will be dismissed for failure to prosecute. However, the District Attorney's office may contact...

A letter has no legal authority. Contempt can only be issued when an individual violates a court order.