Different support magistrates make up their own law as they go along. One will say no notice at all is needed at all (osmosis is sufficient notice...

Am I liable to pay child support if my daughter is not a US citizen?

If your DNA is in that kid and mom has an order of filiation and an order of support, you are on the hook no matter where in the world that child...

How can I get the documents delivered across state lines, and would it be wise to attempt punishment via military action?

Active duty servicemembers enjoy some federal protections against local civil suits. These protections involve delaying your case sufficiently to...

Does an unwed father have the right to demand a DNA test in Queens, NY, even if he is the petitioner, and the mother agrees?

On a P-Petition, you have a right to ask the court to order a DNA test which the wife cannot challenge. I would never recommend accepting the mom's...

Divorce and moving to another state

There is not enough information here to answer the question.

Where would I file to solidify the remaining divorce matters such as pension division, debts, etc? NY or CA

You'll have a tough time getting a straight answer here on a New York attorney forum. Most of us never practiced in California and do not know...

Can the child support Judge award retro COLA back to me?

No. Nothing in child support is ever 'retro'. Everything always requires a visit to court for an order or its termination. If your order is silent...

Is there a statue of limitation on child support and what should I do next?

That's not the issue. The issue is how are you going to enforce the order of support, not how long it takes for that order to die. You should hire...

How do I know if my counsel is no longer representing me?

In New York, a judge's final order (judgment/decision) terminates the case and terminates the attorney's representation of the client. You would...

Can I place a restraining order on him?

Family court orders of protection cannot be based on just any squabble between lovers.