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Child is graduating HS, turning 18 & joining Army all in same month. Am I still required to pay arrears once she joins the Army?

A.'s answer | Answered on March 08, 2015

The court would have to approve any waiver or settlement. Different judges will make different decisions in this regard. As far as the ongoing...

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What can I do about consistent late medical reimbursements for my child?

A.'s answer | Answered on March 08, 2015

A motion for contempt is really your only option. You can ask for the penalty for late payment as a sanction.

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Modification of Child Support Arrears

A.'s answer | Answered on March 08, 2015

Since your current payment was established by court order, they will have to prove a substantial change in circumstances in order to have the...

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Can an agreement that says non modifiable unless both parties agree be changed in court?

A.'s answer | Answered on March 08, 2015

Having a final judgment set aside is a complicated matter - and potentially impossible. What you would have to prove can vary based on the age of...

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Can we sue the State o New York for failing to notify our family when nieces were placed in Foster care.and one was adopted out.

A.'s answer | Answered on March 08, 2015

For an answer to your question, you are going to have to speak with a New York attorney. The way these forums are set up, I don't think they will...

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My husband and I filed a legal separation in 95, neither of us took the steps to complete the divorce. whats the next step?

A.'s answer | Answered on March 08, 2015

The next step is to start the divorce process in Florida. You are not required to hire an attorney, but you should seriously consider it.

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Need firm advise on how to obtain custody of my2 yr old grandson.

A.'s answer | Answered on March 08, 2015

If the children are living in the conditions you describe you should call the Department of Children and Families immediately so they can investigate.

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Could I leave the U.S to visit family in-laws located in the Dominican Republic?

A.'s answer | Answered on March 07, 2015

Sorry, this is a criminal law question. I tagged it as such.

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I am wondering if my exhusbands rights can be terminated? He has been in and out of prison since 2007 my daughter was 2.

A.'s answer | Answered on March 07, 2015

I doubt it. His bad actions may warrant restrictions being placed on when & where he can see her. The only way for his rights to be terminated...

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My ex husband is going back to the courts for custody of our 2 children ages 12 and 14. We got divorced 5 years ago in Florida.

A.'s answer | Answered on March 07, 2015

I agree with Ms. McGhan. You might still need a lawyer in Florida to seek the dismissal of the case.

A. James Mullaney III's Answers (1917)

Child is graduating HS, turning 18 & joining Army all in same month. Am I still required to pay arrears once she joins the Army?

What can I do about consistent late medical reimbursements for my child?

Modification of Child Support Arrears

Can an agreement that says non modifiable unless both parties agree be changed in court?

Can we sue the State o New York for failing to notify our family when nieces were placed in Foster care.and one was adopted out.

My husband and I filed a legal separation in 95, neither of us took the steps to complete the divorce. whats the next step?

Need firm advise on how to obtain custody of my2 yr old grandson.

Could I leave the U.S to visit family in-laws located in the Dominican Republic?

I am wondering if my exhusbands rights can be terminated? He has been in and out of prison since 2007 my daughter was 2.

My ex husband is going back to the courts for custody of our 2 children ages 12 and 14. We got divorced 5 years ago in Florida.