Can I adopt my stepson without having consent from his absent father, who's name is not on his birth certificate?

There appear to be two issues here. The first is paternity. If dad failed to establish paternity by placing his name on the birth certificate, then...

You will need to explain the passing of property in the truck. (b) Explain the term "delivery".

Is this some kind of business law question? We're not a conduit to help you through your education.

Is an audio log as good as a written log?

You may need to think ahead on this one. Will a judge listen to your talk or rather read your notes? I may suggest writing is better because you...

Any attorneys out there that can help me in coming up with a simple terms & conditions clause for my website?

You're asking for an important legal product to be made cheaply? Do you demand discounts from your doctor? I don't believe you'll find a lawyer for...

Change to New York State law pertaining to Child Support

After the Fed connected a state's receipt of federal welfare funds to the enforcement of child support orders, the more orders that are entered,...

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How does dating affect a mothers chances at winning custody during the trial litigation period.

Dating is a "factor". You are free to sleep with others as well. The court understands this and focuses on the child, not the parents. The factor...

Can my ex do anything legally against me like get a order of protection.

New York is a dangerous place to profess undying love to someone. You can be arrested for being "annoying" if you send flowers a bit too...

Custody/Divorce attorney

I break down on occasion and accept a divorce case pro bono and regret it dearly. There is no money to pay for expert witnesses or private...

When can I text my ex girlfriend

In New York, love is strange. One minute you are home at your iPad typing away words of love and the next minute you are arrested and hauled off to...

I too have clients who come to my office, drop off money and vanish. I typically find their cell phones disconnected and their email addresses to...