Would a judge make a 4 yr travel between residents during school week when he is in school from 8-5,

Family Court judges, and attorneys for the child oftentimes don't want to disturb the routine of the child, especially when it deals with...

What happens to my case now and future if I have a court date that I've filed a petition for and I do not attend the court date?

I wouldn't advise you to skip it. Even if you think you want to cease pursuing the petition and it will likely be dismissed if you don't show up,...

Do I need representation for a child support case?

If you have a basis for your disagreement, i.e. a reason for a modification, then file a petition to have it adjusted.

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Need to see if I need an attorney for foster child?

You would have to get the consent of both parents in order to adopt -- do you currently have a custody agreement/order?

I want to get my child's biological father's rights taken away?

How long has it been since he has last given financial support or had any sort of contact with the child? You may be able to have the court...

My ex has custody of our child and she is currently pregnant and has been physically abused by her boyfriend.

I agree with Howard. Either hire an attorney or go to the Family Court and ask for a form to file for a change in custody. Your attorney may be...

Again, I agree with the commenter above. You should enter the expenses you normally have, not what you can afford -- that's why you are asking...

Should I obtain a lawyer because my daughter's father requested an adjournment in order to obtain consul?

As the commenter above stated, it is always better to have an attorney that is familiar with the system and the law. You stated that there was a...

Is it necessary to petition the court to terminate child support, at age 21, in New York if wages are garnished?

Did the support order state when the obligation ended? Most of the time, the order will state that the support shall end when the youngest child...

Do we need an attorney to prepare our "wills" or is Legal zoom's $79 comprehensive will sufficient?

There is always a risk using blank forms. Does it comply with NYS Wills and Estates law? Did you know that you must have two disinterested...