Child support emancipation

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During divorce proceedings, what counteraction I can take to prevent my spouse from getting 50% of my retirement account?

You need to hire a lawyer. Your spouse is only entitled to distribution of the portion of your pension that has accrued during the marriage.

If a couple is legally separated 4 years & one decides to purchase a house, does the other have any legal claim to it?

If the separation agreement is enforceable then the house will not be subject to distribution. If your spouse is trying to set aside the...

NYC, Family court, Custody: After paternity has been established, what needs to happen for the father to be on the Birth Cert.?

After you receive the order of filiation, take it to the Department of Vital Records and request an amended birth certificate.

How long does it take to receive a final divorce decree?

It can take several months. If you have an attorney, speak to them to ensure that the judgment has not been signed already. If you don't have an...

I've not seen my husband in 23 yrs, and we don't know where he is. If I buy a house for me and my kids, can he claim it?

When you say claim it, do you mean can he seek distribution of a portion of the equity in the home? Yes, he can. You should speak with an...

Is the only way to have imputed income changed (from a divorce/child support case) by filing an appeal of the entire case?

If you feel that something was done in error by the court, you can file written objections to the magistrate's decision. That can be a relatively...

How can I find out how much my place is worth?

Call a local realtor to do an appraisal.

In divorce actions, the courts generally require all parties to appear at all conferences.

In divorce, why are college expenses part of the settlement?

New York law requires parents to support their children (regardless of their legal status) until the children reach age 21 or are otherwise...