Claiming a Child as a Dependent on Taxes

I don't think that the court has the authority to determine who should receive the dependency exemption. Typically, the parent that has primary...

Go ahead and put a lock on your door, but don't move any of the family possessions into that room in an effort to hide them from your spouse.

Child support collection unit suspended my license b/c of non payment, I found a job but need a drivers license.

I agree with my colleague. However, if that doesn't work, file a petition seeking to have your license reinstated.

How long does ex have to wait to ask for upward modification

Child support in NYS terminates at the age of 21. If the Order was entered into prior to October 15, 2010, then the only basis for an upward...

Are lost wages accounted for recent income for child support income?

The court will look at your financial disclosure affidavit, most recent tax return, W-2 and paystubs. Yes, they can use the WC settlement to...

Does a on and girlfriend count as an income for child support?

The financial disclosure affidavit that you are required to complete relates to your financial status on the day that the affidavit is completed. ...

Is there anyway to get the social security number of my daughter if the mother refuses to relinquish this information?

If you don't have some type of custodial arrangment, you may not be entitled to that information. If you filed a petition seeking to establish...

Can my ex request child care expenses and medical expenses prior to filing a petition for child support ?

If there is no existing support order in place and this is the first application that has ever been made by her, then she is only entitled to...

I was married for 11 years and in our divorce agreement I am entitled to 25% of his pension. He retired last year.

No, but now that he is retired, you should have a Domestic Relations Order prepared so that you can start getting your share of the pension. Now...

Yes, you can switch attorneys. You should have someone that you trust and can speak with about your issues. If you have an outstanding balance...