In order to modify spousal maintenance being paid pursuant to a Separation Agreement, he would have to show the court extreme hardship and the...

If a child is working part time and also is collecting bah does that reduce support obligations

If your son is in the military, he is emancipated. You should file a petition in your local Family Court seeking modification to terminate your...

Can an ex evict a spouse who is paying mortgage and is re married living in home with original divorce decree

If the original divorce decree says that the home will be sold within 3 months, then that is what ultimately prevails, regardless of other verbal...

Individual brokerage with stock husband is being granted 50% from date marriage to divorce do you split value or stock at cost?

Usually marital property is valued as of the date of commencement of the divorce action, but if market fluctuations continued after that date to...

Family law can I legally adopt my sister?

You can't adopt her unless your parents consent, but in any event, an adoption proceeding takes time, which she doesn't have. If she is with her...

Can I start an eviction process on my husband in New York State if we are still legally married but he is no longer on the deed

You cannot evict your spouse. If you currently have a divorce action pending or just contemplating one, then the divorce should cover the marital...

Will I have to give up the house right away after filing for legal separation or Divorce?

Regardless of whose name the house is in, it is/was the marital residence, he can't just kick you out. You both have a legal right to remain there...

My boyfriend told me I had to get out!

If the house is in his name and you aren't married, yes he can. You are basically a "tenant" in his home. If you don't leave voluntarily, he...

A divorce decree does it ever expire?

Your agreement is a binding contract that doesn't expire so whatever it says, should be followed. If your ex is violating the terms of the...

If there is a trial scheduled, then you aren't bound by your statement and can change your mind. You can also ask for whatever you want, including...