How can a birth mother restore her rights?

There is not enough information here to answer this question. Seek an experienced Family Lawyer.

Can I place an ad in the paper as notification in New York State?

The process is called a motion for alternate service. You must demonstrate all of the efforts made to serve process on your spouse in a motion,...

How do I hold someone accountable in a divorce proceeding where they have forged my signature on a pre-nuptial?

Difficult. I would seek counsel and seek an original. Also, if you can afford it, I would seek forensics on the forged document to try and prove...

How do I handle exhusband that rarely visit his son but will make last minute plans to pop up?

I agree with Attorney Cohen, although I would not wait. I would file in your county seeking a modification based on the missed visits and...

I have a second hearing for a custody case. I refused a lawyer the first time. Will she ask me again if I want a lawyer?

You are entitled to representation with very few, if any, exceptions. Once you ask the Court also ask for a 30 day stay of proceedings for you to...

Child support for a child not in home?

Unless the child lives with you you are not entitled to support. Once the child lives with you I would suggest that you file at that time.

Does child support stops automatically in New York when my child turns 21?

No. You must file a modification of support to stop the payments. They do not automatically terminate.

Under certain circumstances yes. The 4th Department, which governs Buffalo, New York where I practice, states that parents in prison are entitled...

Can I get a neurological evaluation, both cognitive and physical, to show limits in earning capacity?

This question is very complex and I do not have all of the information. In terms of spousal maintenance, an evaluation would show that you are...

Can I get off child support though me and my life live together? Is it legal for her to still take child support?

File for a modification of support immediately. The court will not stop support prior to the date you file the petition. Once you do, the courts...