I'm involved in a divorce. I submitted a Statement of Net Worth showing $15k in the bank. My husband filed an Order to Show

Ultimately, bank records will be produced to show the actual amount in all bank accounts. A claim that you have $950k when you have $15k is more...

Can I get legal separation while living in same house? Wil I lose financial rights by moving out?

You will not lose any rights to a division of marital funds by moving out. If he is not in agreement, you will need to retain an attorney and file...

If a mom has custody of a child and the father pays support can the mom keep the child from seeing the father ?

NY is not the "home state" for the child and thus cannot adjudicate custody. You can try filing an interstate proceeding, which would be sent to...

This refers to the first motion made, which was an application for temporary support made in a Supreme Court divorce proceeding. If you need...

While legally married in NY am I allowed to use my maiden name on a job application/resume?

You can use whatever name you wish, but your legal name remains your married name. You risk causing some confusion. Your taxes and other...

How long do you have to live in New York state to file for custody or visitation?

NY will not have jurisdiction until your daughter has been here for 6 months. I would recommend that you do whatever you can to work things out...

My wife moved out of our home with our 2 children and went to a safe house. How can I fight my wife's lies to see my children?

You need to speak with an attorney as soon as possible and make sure you have an attorney before the court appearance next week. The first...

Child support: if both parties agree not to pay each other child and it is leagal document stating that : To the extent possible

It depends upon the agreement that was entered into and it may aso depend upon current circumstances including incomes, the child's needs, etc. If...

You can and should file a petition for child support in Family Court. Child support does not terminate until your daughter is 21. The Family...

Do you need a divorce and or separation order to file for spousal support.

You can file for spousal support in family court if you are married but living separately. You can seek spousal maintenance if you file for...