If I move out of state (currently residing in New York) to Georgia for a job opportunity, can I take my two children with me?

If you move without an agreement or court order in advance, you could be confronted with an order from a judge in NY directing that the children be...

Would a resumption of living together affect a legal separation agreement, or would it still be valid and serve as a framework.

That depends on what the separation agreement says about reconciliation. It could also depend on other factors including the length of time that...

Both are enforceable agreements under the Domestic Relations Law if prepared properly. That is, they can be enforced as contracts and as marital...

If the summons and/or complaint has been served on the defendant but an RJI (request for judicial intervention) has not been filed, yes - the...

How long do I have to pay alimony?

There is no specific guideline. It really does depend on the judge assigned, your assets, your spouse's income earning ability, and other factors...

If divorce papers were signed but not filed and one of the parties remarried is it a legal divorce

City Hall is not the place to check for a divorce record. Do you have a copy of the judgment of divorce? Was it signed by a Judge? Did either of...

Do I need an attorney

You need to file a petition to enforce and/or to modify the order. If he is creating an issue regarding the transition times, you need explicit...

What can I do if I am 18 and I do not live with my mother, but she wants me to still be under her name for taxts ?

If you live with your girlfriend, you may be considered emancipated. That means that your father should file a petition to terminate his support...

Temporary order and recusal

The temporary order will remain in effect until it is vacated. If the judge recuses, that may not happen until you have a court appearance with...

How do I close a child support case? I just found out that me and my child's father have an open case for child support and that

Attorney Stark is correct. You have to file a petition in Family Court to terminate the ongoing support charge.