What can I do to enforce an order for my ex husband?

Before you send your kids back to your ex, you should consult with a local attorney who concentrates in custody and Family Law matters. On-line...

Do I need to make a counter list of relief sought after being served with Divorce Papers? How do I counter the Plaintiff?

You need to serve a Notice of Appearance and a Demand for Complaint. __________ CAPTION Index No. ________ __________ Notice of...

I filed a family offense petition - can I amend the affidavit AND/OR ask for it to be a full "stay away" instead of no contact?

To modify a Temporary Order of Protection in Columbia County you will need to go before the Judge again. Only the Judge can modify the Temporary...

I am planning on filing for divorce. I currently live in Arkansas. Can I file from another state, like NY or PA?

You have some very fact specific questions here with respect to jurisdiction. For child custody jurisdiction purposes, a child’s home state is...

My husband and i have been separated for 5 years. i live in ny and he lives in florida. am i entitled to spousal support?

You have some very fact specific questions here with respect to jurisdiction. Even if New York has jurisdiction, then you have to look at the...

What form is used when opposing a motion to dismiss.(family court nys)

You need to submit a sworn Affidavit. You can copy the format used for the Affidavit that was submitted with the motion to dismiss. You must...

Subject and Personal jurisdiction question in NYS family Court - Family offense petition against someone out of state (CT).

You should continue to prosecute your New York Family Offense Petition. Do not be discouraged that the Judge did not issue an immediate temporary...

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Received a Summons and I have to answer to it in 20 days to answer to it.

It appears that you have a civil suit on your hands. You should not ignore it. You should promptly consult with a local attorney who concentrates...

Will the judge give father more visitation time?

If the facts are as you say they are, I highly doubt that more visitation would be awarded. Generally, parents who do not exercise all of the...

Is it illegal for a parent to constantly abuse a teen with their words? Like your an ass, your a fing idiot, jackass?

No parent should verbally abuse their child. No parent should call their child names. I doubt that it would rise to the level of criminal...

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