My son's father demands to have joint custody, a visitation agreement, and for me to change my son's last name. Can he make me

He cannot force the name change. He will have to file in family court to try to get the remainder of the things he his seeking. The court will...

Most retainer agreements provide that you must pay your attorney and retain them separate and apart from the divorce in order to complete the QDRO....

Does my ex-wife have any legal right to forbid my use of our judgment of divorce as proof I am single (so I can remarry)?

Without knowing the laws in Brazil, I can tell you that there is nothing here in New York/ Monroe County which would prevent you from sharing your...

What steps do i have to do for a civil marriage annulment in new york

Annulments are given in limited circumstances and are usually difficult to obtain. You may need to obtain a divorce which can be done more easily....

In the state of New York, what will happen to the father if he does not follow the visitation order?

The court may suspend or terminate his visitations if he does not avail himself of the visitation already made available to him.

Visitation questions

Given the timeframe, I am sure it is too late to send him a letter certified mail asking for a response and accomplish what you would like in terms...

If spouse has judgement lien can it be put on our home if co-owned with spouse?

Yes, if you own the home jointly, any judgment liens of either buyer may "attach" to the house.

Divorce by default in Richmond county, NY. Spouse was served but did not answer should I just submit the package for default.

You may submit the papers for an uncontested divorce. However, if anything proposed in your papers (custody, support, property distribution)...

A Question About Maintenance

Assuming you have a basis for modification, you may modify the order as many times as needed.

Once a signed settlement agreement is received by the court, your case will no longer be considered contested and no further court appearances will...