Is a notarized handwritten document still valid if circumstances have changed?

Depends on what the handwritten, notarized document says. Seek the advice of an attorney.

After being placed in domestic violence shelter do I receive custody rights to child?

Nothing takes place automatically. You should, with the assistance of counsel, file a Petition for Custody as well as Family Offense Petition to...

What are NY State Laws in regards to moving a child within the state when parents are not married?

The two of you can agree to whatever you want. If he will agree, and put it in writing, then great. If not, then you will need to ask permission...

Is there a website to find court orders of protection?

No, there is no centralized database for this.

Talk to an attorney before engaging in self-help, which can get you into trouble.

What does it mean when you have primary physical custody of a child? The father is supposed to have the child on the weekends.

Primary physical custody means she spends more time (overnights) with you than with her father. It also makes you eligible to receive child...

IM DIVORCING AFTER FOUR YEARS OF MARRIAGE IS MY HUSBAND WHO ABANDONED ME ENTITLED TO MY PENSION?

He is entitled to share in whatever portion of your pension you earned during that 4 year period. "Abandonment" is not a factor.

If I give up my parental rights do I still need to pay child support

Yes. You cannot voluntarily terminate parental rights in order to avoid a support obligation.

Mom playing games hiding well being of kids not keeping dad informed saying court can't stop her she will do whatever she wants?

You need to seek court intervention. Obtain the assistance of an attorney who can assist you in determining which type of petition and where to file.

Can i challenge a divorce decree in family court?

You cannot challenge a divorce judgment in Family Court. If you feel the judge made an error, you can appeal. Or, in the alternative, there are...