How can a case for child support modification be reopened after it was dismissed by the judge?

Generally speaking, to prove reduced earning capacity resulting from a medical condition you have to bring an expert (treating or examining doctor)...

“If a retired detective gets remarried after retirement, will the 2nd spouse be entitle to any part of the pension?

The second spouse has no claim against a pension that was not earned during the marriage. Your entire retirement is separate property and cannot...

My sons isn't listed as the biological father on my grandsons birth certificate another man is

If your grandson's mother wants you to have custody then hopefully she will not contest your son's paternity proceeding, which is needed to get his...

Adoption process

You and your significant other can file for adoption of your son. If your ex- Husband has not seen nor communicated with your son for more than six...

Is this child support fraud

Assuming that you are unable to confirm your suspicions by simply speaking with your daughter, you should consider waiting a month until the...

Does a child support order established subsequent to an already established order for support affect the latter order?

The rule is that the support paid under the existing order ( presumably your 1998 order) is subtracted from the payor's income when establishing a...

When setting up child support is it based on this years salary or or an average over so many years

Child support can be based on an average over 3, sometimes 5 years of earnings history. However, to do this you must have an earnings history...

My ex husband quit his job upon our divorce and so consequently I pay alimony and receive no child support.

Unfortunately, maintenance once incorporated into an agreement is not modifiable unless there is extreme hardship. However, you can seek a...

Which state's court do I file for child support in?

You should file for child support in New York because emancipation under NY law occurs when the child is 21. New York will also award college...

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I am in NYC, I have a custody hearing in front of a referee next month and want to postpone this date. How can I do this?

With few exceptions involving conflicting engagements of counsel with other actions or proceedings, the granting of an adjournment is entirely in...