Who has the burden of proof? The one who filed a modification of custody or the respondent?

The person seeking modification must prove that there has been a substantial change of circumstances since the last custody order that makes...

My judgment of divorce ordered that "during the time the infant attends college ( she started in August)

In New York, it is unlikely you will be able to modify your child support terms under your divorce unless you can show that there has been an...

I currently share custody of my 11 year old with my ex. My boyfriend just got a DWI he does not live with us will this effect me

In order to modify custody, your ex must show that there has been a substantial change of circumstances requiring modification since your last...

Will i have to start the divorce process over, and would doing it myself be a bad idea?

If he was served a year ago and did not file an answer, you can move for a default judgment of divorce. Assuming you have a court order awaring...

When does your legal obligation to pay child support stop in New York?

You would need to file a petition to terminate your child support obligation based on the child's emancipation. If she does not go to school and...

I would need more information about what you are charged with to determine how likely a judge would be to grant your visitation plan is, but if a...