If I have sole legal custody does my ex have any say in changing my daughters therapist?

No, your ex cannot force a change of therapist. However, I would be concerned that he may act against your wishes and introduce his girlfriend to...

Is an inheritance considered marital assets when the couple is divorced?

An inheritance is separate property that does not have to be shared with your spouse. Be careful not to place any monies in joint name with your...

Can a wife stop providing health insurance for a adulterer husband who is suffering from sexually transmitted diseases

It is best to keep your husband insured on your health insurance policy. If your husband needed uninsured health care of any kind, the provider...

I received a Decision Order from the Support Magistrate on Sept 8 saying that I no longer have to split babysitting with my ex

You can bring an enforcement petition for the arrears that accrue under an order that is being reviewed by a higher court unless the court has...

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Value of a professional degree In a contested divorce

There is no bright line rule establishing a certain percentage distribution of a professional degree or license to the non-titled spouse. There is...

My x wife has filed an upward motion for child support and has been denied 2x. She is now taking it to the appellate court.

An appeal is decided on the basis of the record from the hearing. The Appellate Division will not look beyond that record which includes a...

We purchased a house after we were married but my name is not on the deed nor the loan. is the property still considered joint

If the house was purchased during the marriage it is presumed to be marital property regardless of whose name is on the deed (or the mortgage), and...

If I choose to break up with my children's father and take my kids with me out of NY state to my mother's

You should not leave the area of New York where you live without court permission or a signed stipulation. Should you "elope" with your child...

How much support will I pay?

Assuming you made $12/hr all of last year, after the standard FICA deduction your child support will be approximately $95/wk, plus a pro rata...

Teen's custody preference changed

Be sure to have your daughter call the law guardian directly about her change in preference. Hopefully she will be able to express herself well...

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