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If there is no legal document signed by the supposed biological father, can he be forced to pay child support
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Answered on February 14, 2013
Yes. The mother will first have to establish paternity. She can file a petition for paternity in family court. Family court has the discretion...
Do I need to change the address on my divorce papers since I have moved?
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Answered on February 14, 2013
No, but you should alert the court to your current address so that anything that is mailed to you goes to the proper address.
Spouse left marital home I'm stuck paying bills
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Answered on February 13, 2013
It is not likely that your spouse will be ordered to reimburse you for the ordinary expenses of the residence. You are living there and your...
Is the car considered marital property?
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Answered on February 13, 2013
You have a valid claim that the car your parents bought you was a gift. Whether a court agrees will depend on the trail of paperwork for the money...
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I am working and my wife isn't. As long as we are married my income is considered hers.
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Answered on February 13, 2013
No. But, a separation agreement will include any necessary terms pertaining to child support and/or spousal maintenance. Those payments would be...
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I am planning to file for divorce in NYC on Irretrievable brakedown of marriage ground. Should I write the reasons in detail?
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Answered on February 12, 2013
No. You simply need to state that there has been an irretrievable breakdown of the marriage which has lasted for 6 months or longer.
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Am i able to have my divorce decree modified, in order to give me back the abilty to claim both my children on my taxes.
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Answered on February 12, 2013
I agree with the answer already posted that suggests that you speak with your ex first to see if you can broker an agreement. If he does not, you...
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I want a divorce or annulment - which would be best ? If I move out before filing will it be a problem? Do I file in NY or NV?
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Answered on February 11, 2013
I you resided in NY prior to the marriage and just went to Vegas to get married, you should file in NY. You cannot file for divorce on the no...
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What is the odds that my children live/remain with me if my husband and I get a divorce?
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Answered on February 09, 2013
The court must decide what is in the children's best interest when deciding custody. If you are both involved, that should continue because it...
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My son wasadopted by my aunt when he was 3, he's now 17 and lives in southcarolina, he's able to sign himself out of school.
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Answered on February 09, 2013
Since your son has lived in SC, NY does not have jurisdiction over custody. That makes things a little complicated if your aunt objects. It would...
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