Can the non custodial parent petition the court to pay decreased child support due to his voluntary retirement?

If the non-custodial parent voluntarily ceases employment to avoid a Court-Ordered child support obligation, a contempt petition can be filed...

Can I be in contempt for not getting life insurance in a agreed amount after years past in a stipulation of settlement in NY?

Anytime there is a violation of a Court Order, you can be held in contempt. If your Judgment of Divorce, (which is an Order), incorporates by...

My son doest want to visit his father every other weekend he is 15 does he have to go?

Your son is old enough to express a preference. In the event your son refuses to go, and his father files a Violation petition in family court,...

Can I begin changing my name back to my maiden name in NY with only a verified complaint in action for divorce?

No. The Judgment of Divorce will include a paragraph permitting you to resume the use of your maiden name. You must bring the Judgment of DIvorce...

Will child support order go down if Childs father doesn't have a job?

A court cannot vacate the child support arrears. Therefore, you would be entitled to all child support arrears. The court also has the power to...

Does the father of my child have to pay child support with his settlement money?

Depending upon how the settlement was structured, it may be considered income for child support purposes. You should consult with an attorney. ...

You will have to be more specific, as emancipation is a factual event. For example, if your son is over the age of 18 years, and is working on a...

Hello, my sister is having custody/ paternity issues with her ex (they were not married) is she the sole custody holder?

Your sister should file a petition in the Suffolk County Family Court seeking sole custody of the child, as she is the residential parent. She...

Do I have to pay half of all household expenses and mortgage if I am separated and do not live there?

You did not state whether you are informally separated, or have executed a separation agreement. If you have executed a separation agreement, the...

How do I address the process of a divorce stip violation AFTER death?

I would suggest you contact the Suffolk County Surrogates Court in Riverhead. If your stipulation provided for a lien against your ex-husband's...