Child Support Interstate Jurisdiction and Service

If the child resides in New York state, the New York courts have jurisdiction regarding child support. You will have to check with the court to...

Can a mother take baby boy to get his ears pierced without the father's approval? I, the grandmother has temporary custody.

Unless there is an agreement precluding the parent from piercing the child's ears without the consent of the other parent, this is acceptable.

Question about Jurisdiction?

If an agreement states that a court has exclusive jurisdiction, that is the only state in which the matter can be addressed.

You stated that your ex is only entitled to supervised visitation and at your discretion. Therefore, if he should surface, you have a very large...

What is supposed to be covered by child support payments in New York?

You did not indicate if there is a child support order. If there is a prior order of child support, that would take precedence. By statute, you...

Is there a penalty for committing perjury in family court?

Perjury is a felony, but is difficult to prove.

How can my sons live with me if I have joint custody?

Yes, it is possible. You would have to show a substantial change in circumstances warranting a transfer of residential custody from mother to...

Ps I'm on the mortgage but quit claimed deed, house in pre forclosure what can happen to me if he claims bankruptcy

If you do not file for bankruptcy with your ex, you may still be legally responsible for the mortgage. Although you might have a cause of action...

My ex husband’s girlfriend wants to claim my 15 year old son AGAIN on her taxes. I am the mother of the child and I work full.?

Many questions need to be addressed, before you can receive the proper answer. If the father is entitled to claim the child, pursuant to a...

You state that your divorce will be finalized in a few months. There should be some settlement agreement wherein residency of the house is...