Questions answered by Geri Pomerantz

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If mother goes to jail and she doesn't want or the alcoholic father who lives with them to have guardianship, what can she do?

Geri's answer | Answered on July 25, 2016

If paternity has been established, or if you and the father are married, then he is a legal parent of your child and he has a superior right to...

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Will a magistrate allow an outside agreement between my ex and I to change the current order?

Geri's answer | Answered on June 07, 2016

It may be possible to modify the existing support order without a court appearance if you both sign, with the proper acknowledgements, a properly...

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Can I be kicked out of the house?

Geri's answer | Answered on June 07, 2016

Since spouses have a duty to support each other, there are limited ways to force a spouse out of the house. One way is by an order of protection,...

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Do I get the full child support if I filed first?

Geri's answer | Answered on June 07, 2016

It's unclear whether a petition for child support in family court , or a divorce summons and complaint or summons with notice seeking child...

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I married the same man twice. In 1996,divorced in 2001. Remarried 2015 , now seeking to divorce. Is he entitled to house.

Geri's answer | Answered on June 07, 2016

If you purchased the house after the divorce and before the second marriage, and it is deeded solely to you, then the house is your separate...

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What are my odds for full custody?

Geri's answer | Answered on May 10, 2016

If your custody agreement is contained in a court order, you can file a custody modification petition in family court, seeking to amend that order...

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What is a generally accepted, reasonable rule on taking kids out of the State for visitation?

Geri's answer | Answered on May 09, 2016

I urge you to consult with a family law attorney privately to discuss your issues. The answer to your questions will very much depend upon the...

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Adoption

Geri's answer | Answered on May 09, 2016

Step parent adoptions are not uncommon. Normally, the biological father would have to consent to the adoption. However, if he is determined to...

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Do i still need to fill out the sheets for support if im going through support enforcement already. Or what to do

Geri's answer | Answered on May 09, 2016

In general, if a spouse is seeking a divorce, and there is an existing family court child support order, the plaintiff spouse may ask the Supreme...

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What can she do the money will be going to waste, and the girls are excited to be going on a big boat. and a plane.

Geri's answer | Answered on April 29, 2016

I would strongly recommend that your daughter consult with an attorney who practices family law to advise her about her rights and obligations...

Geri Pomerantz's Answers (18)

If mother goes to jail and she doesn't want or the alcoholic father who lives with them to have guardianship, what can she do?

Will a magistrate allow an outside agreement between my ex and I to change the current order?

Can I be kicked out of the house?

Do I get the full child support if I filed first?

I married the same man twice. In 1996,divorced in 2001. Remarried 2015 , now seeking to divorce. Is he entitled to house.

What are my odds for full custody?

What is a generally accepted, reasonable rule on taking kids out of the State for visitation?

Adoption

Do i still need to fill out the sheets for support if im going through support enforcement already. Or what to do

What can she do the money will be going to waste, and the girls are excited to be going on a big boat. and a plane.