Can I contest my support order if my daughter does not live with me or my ex-spouse and is only a part time student?

You can file a petition. But, if your daughter is under 21 and not self supporting, she is not emancipated. That she is enrolled part time in...

I have JLC of my 13 yr old son and have him more time every other week then his dad. Will it be difficult to change custody?

Your son's wishes will be considered, given his age and given the reason for position. He will be assigned a law guardian and you also should...

How do I change venues for a petition for custody filed in the Bronx by my sister for my 16-yr old to Albany where she resides?

You do need to respond and seek a change in venue to Albany. Venue is absolutely improper in the Bronx. On top of that, your sister is not a...

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What are my chances in modifying parenting time?

If you have an order of shared custody and you are sharing custody, that you are available on some days and hours when your ex has the children is...

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Can an attorney represent me and my ex-wife, and then solely represent her without warning at the same meeting? Property sale.

It could be a conflict. The general rule is that a mediator represents neither party in the mediation process. But, if the mediator prepared an...

Can a family court judge issue an order pendente lite which changes custody without a hearing?

You needed to file an appeal and your time has passed. There is not much that you can do other than proceed with the trial.

Can my husband adopt my daughter even if the biological father has supervised visitation?

The biological father would have to give his consent for your husband to adopt your daughter. Same goes for changing her last name - that would...

What are my wifes chances of having our separation agreement voided in NY?

It is very difficult to rescind a Separation Agreement in NY. Whether yours will survive her attempt to do so depends on the content of the...

"custody trial" What is my best course of action if i cannot afford to travel out of state for custody trial?

Custody will not be resolved in the support proceeding. You can continue to appear by phone on the support and you can retain counsel to appear...

What recourse do i have?

Which Judge? Your options are to wait for the trial, which will likely render the decision moot or to file a Notice of Appeal and ask the...