You could be entitled to everything our laws allow. That includes equitable distribution of marital property (generally, all property/"things"...

Can I get sole custody of our child if the custodial parent moved out of the country and left him with his grandparent?

You should petition the family court to Modify Custody, seeking both legal and physical custody of your children. Notwithstanding what may be...

How do I get my sons last name changed to mine

I presume that your wife wants the child to have her last name, and you want the child to have yours; this is not an uncommon issue with unmarried...

First appearance family court date is in 10 days. i want to adjourn the case to secure lawyer. Will adjournment be granted?

You should make your request for a brief adjournment in writing to the Schenectady County Family Court. If your request was faxed, you should...

Child support modification

You can seek modification of custody if there has been a significant change in circumstance (and, for more recent Orders, specifically if the...

I am a resident of NY , but my son's custody is still pending in NC. The child support is done. can I file my divorce in NY?

You can file for divorce in NY if you meet the residency requirements to do so. These are contained in the NY Domestic Relations Law. 1. The...

You should review the precise language of your custody order, separation agreement, or divorce decree, as in some cases there is specific language...

Is it a crime if a relative who is not on my lease breaks/alters my apt door lock to gain entry to my apt?

You should consult with an experienced local family & matrimonial attorney. It is improper for a 3rd party to damage your residence or gain...

In a divorce situation, how many years can I go back to collect child support issues?

This may depend on the language of your 2010 agreement. If that agreement specified support arrears, then you may still be able to collect moneys...

How do i get refund for child support

You should immediately address this issue with the support collection unit. If you do not get a response, then you may need to petition the court...