Yes, you can apply for and be granted an Order of Protection on behalf of your child. The residential parent designation is not determinative of...

New York State is not a title driven state. Therefore, you will not be precluded from receiving your share of the marital residence simply because...

How do I transfer the house into my name only (have my husband's name taken off) prior to finalizing the divorce?

You will need your Husband to execute a Quit Claim Deed and related real property transfer documents. These are very simple documents for an...

Selected as the best answer

What can I do about the court-appointed attorney? He can't keep badgering my kids like this until they say "yes, I want to go."

You absolutely should be represented by counsel during these important proceedings. In the interim, you should know that the Attorney for your...

Will a judge order a dependent spouse to pay for the other (moneyed) spouse's legal fees if the dependent spouse loses?

There is a rebuttable presumption in the New York State statute which provides that the monied spouse may be required to contribute to the...

Threatening verbal abuse and blackmail from my husband

I would urge you to contact a local, experienced matrimonial attorney who can review the specific circumstances of your matter and address your...

What specific questions should I ask lawyers in order to find the right one to represent me in my divorce?

You should inquire as to the Attorney's experience level, trial experience, general approach to handling divorces, billing practices, staff...

Recognize Foreign Divorce, how long to wait to remarry?

Once you are officially divorced, meaning all steps have been taken to formalize and finalize the divorce, there should not be an obligatory wait...

Will this interfere with my divorce going through?

The answer to your question depends on several factors. The short answer is yes, the Court proceedings can impact your divorce proceedings. I...

Will I have to pay alimony when I get divorced

You may be responsible for paying spousal support for a short duration. This all depends on what your true income is; whether your Wife has the...