Can I recoup the cost a drafting a divorce stipulation if my soon to be ex-husband changed the terms we agreed on in writing?

Generally speaking, there is no divorce agreement until it is signed properly by both spouses. It sounds like there is a divorce proceeding...

How do I go about getting my 13 year old son legally adopted by my husband with out needing his incarcerated father's consent?

In general terms, a father's consent to an adoption will be required if the child was born during the marriage between the father and mother. If...

What is my legal recourse, if any?

In general terms, joint legal custody means that both parents consult with each other to make important decisions about the child, such as...

As to your children, you would need to include any of them who are under 21 on the date you start your divorce action. In NY, although his or her...

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Can the court force my husband to provide information and pay me part of his pension and retirement accounts in a divorce action

In general, any property acquired during the marriage, including retirement assets such as your husband's NYPD pension, are considered marital...

After i have filed for divorce and he is served how long do i have to wait to file the rest of my papers if he does not answer.

If the papers were personally served (hand delivered to him), the husband has 20 days to file an Answer. If he fails to do that, you can move...

Am I allowed to move our daughter into another state without her fathers consent?

This question presents a very complicated situation in the area of custody law. I urge the writer to consult with an attorney who can assess all...

Does she have custody of my son and girlfriends baby

In general terms, unless the child's grandmother (or any other third party) has a written court order of custody, she does not have custody of...