How can a petition of paternity become a crimnal case

Are you sure that you were served with a criminal summons? First, in Schoharie County, the criminal court and the family court are located in the...

What happens to a child in a divorce if a mother hasn't been working because they can't afford daycare

My advice is that you contact an attorney, if you don't already have one. In the context of your divorce action, the court will have to decide the...

What can I do so my baby can have the father last name while in jail

Once you have your baby, the hospital will provide you with specific forms to fill out for your child's name (this is what they use to generate the...

Going back to school

Your returning to school should not negatively impact your claim for custody, so long as you still are able to provide care for your children. Do...

To answer the direct question you asked first, yes, your NY Order of Support will continue even if your ex moves away. That is because the NY...

How do a child get medical records and police report on her father to reopen case?

Do you believe that this is a criminal matter? If so, in addition to obtaining information as per the answer above, perhaps you may also want to...

If my sons father isnt paying child support do i need to honor the visitation agreement?

Yes. Nonpayment of child support does not give you the right to deny visitation. Courts frequently frown on parents who deprive or threaten to...

Divorce division of property question

It all depends on the specific language of you Agreement/Divorce Decree, which can vary greatly from case to case. Often, the agreements I draft...

Seeking legal advice on what I can do to stop my ex from having contact.

First, if the father threatens the safety of you or your child, or hurts you, you should call the police. The police may pursue a criminal order...

Simply put, no, you cannot get engaged while you are legally married to someone else. An engagement to be married presumes that you are able to...