I have girl friend in US and planning to marry soon , do i need to divorce my wife in my home country ?

A marriage legally entered into in a foreign country is considered a valid marriage in the US. Therefore you are married under US law and must...

Is a parent expected to pay child support from their social security benefits when children turn 18 and are f-t college students

Child support in NYS is until the age of 21 unless otherwise emancipated. Attendance at college is not considered emancipation so he should...

I changed the practice area to real estate because this doesn't sound like a foreclosure issue. If the mortgage lender is still in business, you...

How to modify a custody agreement when both parties agree?

If you want to change the custodial arrangement, you will need to file a petition in your local Family Court seeking a modification of the custody...

If the children are with you, then you are the one entitled to child support, not her. You should file a custody petition and a support petition.

Can you take further legal action for a neighbor coming over to your property with a bat at your door & put their hands on you?

Unless your dog did damage to him or his property, this is not really an animal law question, so I changed the practice area to Criminal. What...

Can I refuse to pay back rent to the new landlord?

The new landlord takes the building subject to your current tenancy and lease (if there is one). It is unusual for the old checks to go to the...

How can I file for divorce when my wife is not in this country?

You can file for divorce in NYS as long as one of you has resided in NY for more than one year. She will have to be personally served, however,...

How can my judge?

To add to the other answers, in order to modify a prior order of support, you have to show a substantial change in circumstances. The statute...

What if I lied about my education to a client I tutor?

No, but they could fire you if they find out.