I am not on the deed to the house and i was put on the mortgage later on, am i responsible for the payments when we divorce?

I assume that you may have signed a note for a refinanced or second mortgage. In that case, you are still responsible to the bank. However, a...

I am having trouble understand what this means in my court papers. can it be explained to me in lamest terms please?

You are reading something known as an Order to Show Cause. It is generally a request for immediate action by the court. The state registry...

I was wondering what are the terms of divorce in NYC in terms of i am the wife and have a child . What am i entitled to .

In a divorce, you are entitled to an equitable distribution of assets. However, his injury settlement is not likely to be a marital asset subject...

My 4 yr old goes on supervised visitations w/mentally ill father. Go to trial soon, wanting supervision to continue. advice..

Since you have an attorney, I do not wish to discuss too many details of your case. The only reason I can think of that continuation of...

My husband and i separated two years ago i have had my daughter for the last twelve years a month ago i sent her to him to finis

The other attorneys are correct. It is best to have acourt order - or at least a properly drafted and executed agreement - regarding custody and...

I've been charged with neglect, while under supervised visitation. I do not believe this is legal under the statute. Is it?

A parent does not need to fit one of the other definitions of a "person legally responsible". Since you are the parent, you can be accused of...

Husband works 2 jobs can't move his mother. Do I need to protect my self from mother in law and siblings who don't help.

I am unsure what you are asking. It sounds like your mother in law lives with you or very near to you. Her other children don't help with caring...

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The Statement of Net Worth is filed with the court, and a copy is sent to opposing counsel. You should strongly consider obtaining an attorney to...

Am I a next kin if my step-mother has a sister living in Israel?

No, you are not considered a family member for the purposes you are asking about. If your step-mother still has the mental capacity, she can...

Can i give custody back in NY

You have a few options. First, if the child is uncontrollable, you can file a PINS petition. If either of the child's parents has gotten their...