An action for divorce is filed in Supreme Court in Albany. However, it is only uncontested if both parties agree on all issues that need to be...

What are my rights as a mother and grandmother?

If your daughter does not want to be there, she can move in with you - assuming you have the room for her. But, she should consult with an...

Is there anything i can do to help my daughter and granddaughter ?

You daughter has to make the decision to leave. You cannot do that for her. If she wants to leave but is afraid to, she should consult with an...

My (soon-to-be) ex-wife is changing my sons name in school (and who knows where else.)

If you have an attorney, speak with your attorney to address this issue. Your son's name remains as it was (he keeps your last name) unless there...

There would be liited spousal maintenance in a two year marriage. Spousal maintenance is based on income, which can be calculated by including an...

Yes, you are protected in NY. Assets obtained during the marriage are marital assets in NY and title is irrelevant. That being said, the division...

Can i request court to give me permission and ask my spouse to let me talk to my baby on the video phone call?

You can and should file a petition to modify the current custodial order and seek a provision mandating video calls 2 or 3 times per week. You...

Is there a statute of limitations on filing for agreements made in a divorce decree?

Her attorney could file a Qualified Domestic Relations Order now. Does she know that you are retired and that she has no Order giving her her...

How can I fight to get my ex to continue to pay the same amount of support for my daughter when she is staying in a dorm?

It sounds like he filed in court for a downward modification. The Court has the ability to reduce basic child support when a parent is paying for...

Can a Judge sign divorce papers after 1 of the parties has passed for month?

The action for divorce should have been terminated upon your husband's death. As has been suggested by other counsel, you need to contact the...