If properly served with a petition you must appear or he will get an order of filiation on default. He can then go petition for an order of...

No. The roommate's error fails to rise to a cognizable tort or to a criminal act. You have to pursue the person who broke in. We cannot hold...

What do i need to do to get a divorce w/ an 18 yr. old son & a house that has been forclosed upon because of a home-equity loan?

Time to file for a divorce and get ready to show the judge your particular facts. I would highly suggest you consult with an attorney before you do...

I recently appealed a traffic accident & told it would take 8-10mo. its a year later & i havent from the court .how munch longer

Was this a VTL and/or criminal conviction that you appealed? The nature of the appeal dictates the duration you must wait. Can we get more...

Would custody go to the father if the forensic says children should be with mom but one child says he wants to live with dad?

I have had my answers here on Avvo pulled before. Do not misinterpret my response. You face two huge variables in your custody case in family...

How can the Appeallate court dismiss my case when it's has just been submitted for 1 month. I have 6 months to perfect it.

Despite the detailed question, I have to fill in gaps. The appellate division expects family court issues to be resolved in family court so there...

Can grandparent qualify for joint custody

No unless a family court judge ruled that both parents are legally unfit or are both dead. Otherwise you have no standing to file a petition...

How "binding" is legal fee arbitration in New York and must an attorney return client's money immediately?

Nothing is effective. If you win at arbitration, the attorney can file de novo in civil court and you get nothing. It is cheaper and smarter to...

I am a 19 year old full time student. Would I still be covered under my parent's insurance if I get married?

Most insurance contracts specify the terms and conditions of the insurance agreement. I know of none that cover an adult emancipated married child...

What motion do I file in order to receive a refund for my overpayment as the non custodial parent in NYC for an Interstate case?

The only overpayment recovery mechanusm there is in child support law is if support collections is in possession of your overpayment. In this case,...