Does my ex-fiancé have the legal right to claim an engagement ring back?

I agree that Mr. Rothstein's answer would be correct except for the fact that he is already married. In New York, there is an exception to the...

Do I need to sign divorce papers if it goes from a no fault divorce to a default divorce?

If you do nothing, he will likely be able to obtain a divorce against you without you signing anything. He can apply for a divorce based upon his...

Can an un-notarized written agreement, signed by both parents hold up in court?

It is not necessarily binding upon the decision the court makes, but it is evidence of your intent at the time and the court will want to know why...

Divorce

You would need to commence a divorce action by filing of a Summons with Notice or a Summons and Complaint, then have your spouse personally served...

Can the way you present yourself online, be used against you in Family Court when trying to get custody of your kids back?

Absolutely. Facebook postings are often used in custody disputes. She is unlikely to regain custody if she has put all of this negative...

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If my ex has placement of our children but they have been living with me for the last 7 months, can I get placement?

Yes, if you have had primary placement of them for this long, you should be able to get an order giving you primary custody. However, he will have...

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Ex uses child to send threatening messages

You may be able to get an Order of Protection based on these allegations. More importantly, you need intervention which will protect your child...

If you file chapter 7 bankruptcy will that also not affect worker's comp settlement?

Yes, you will be able to retain the award. There is a local decision from 2009 in Rochester which covers this exact issue, stating that even if...

I have been seperated from my spouse for 17yrs. It is not a legal seperation. Is he entitled to any of my ss benefits?

A spouse or former spouse who has been married to you for 10 or more years may elect to claim under their own Social Security benefits or claim...

Grounds for custody change and supervised visits?

These types of things certainly should not occur. The problem becomes how to resolve the situation. If he refuses to communicate with you,...