I agree with the other attorney that social security and retirement benefits are protected from creditors. That is not to say that a creditor...

I was told that a summons warrant was outstanding from 1996; don't know what to do?

I am assuming that this is criminal warrant. I agree with the other lawyer about calling or visiting the clerk to get more information. If you...

Wondering my rights in a divorce. Dont own home nothing to split.

I would contact neighborhood legal services in Buffalo at 847-0650. You may qualify for reduced or free legal fees. In Rochester, I believe it's...

Should I pay?

I also advise my client's not to pay this civil penalty. I rarely see a lawsuit result from non payment especially when the criminal charges have...

Can I sell my home after being discharged from a chapt. 7,if I have equity that was protected from exemptions?

As long as you exempted the equity in your bankruptcy, and the case has been discharged then you would be able to sell your home. The safest...

Uncontested divorce???

You can file for divorce and proceed in uncontested manner. You will sign a divorce agreement or stipulation and an affidavit. You may have to...

I am looking for a lawyer to represent me in court against a judge who I almost got arrested by .

That is the reason people hire criminal defense attorneys. To deal with the court system. Try not to take it personal and let your attorney deal...

I have a divorce decreeand custody order signed in supreme court does family court have the right to modify that order

He can do that, but he has to show there is a "change in circumstances". Very fact specific and each case is different. I had a similar case...

My husband has asked for divorce. I do not want one. How do I get him out of the house when he is dragging his feet filing?

Not really. The only legal way I am aware of is this, you must file for divorce first. Then bring a motion for "exclusive use" of the marital...

I no longer want to be held responsible for my husbands future debt, such as credit cards, is there anything I can do?

In NYS, you are not responsible for your spouse's debts. If you a joint cardholder then you are as responsible for any charges even if he made...