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Child support tax dependent question

Nydia's answer | Answered on March 06, 2015

It depends on the exact wording of the agreement, which a lawyer has to see to advise you appropriately. Your husband should schedule a...

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I left my husband 4 years ago because of abuse can he file for divorce for abandonment?

Nydia's answer | Answered on March 06, 2015

The answer mainly depends on where the case will be filed. If your husband files for divorce in New York and you have no defenses to jurisdiction...

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Alamony

Nydia's answer | Answered on March 06, 2015

More information is needed such as the other spouse's income. If you are the one seeking alimony, you have to show you have a need for it. If you...

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What do I need to file to stop my son's father's time-sharing after he was charged with 1st degree felony child abuse.

Nydia's answer | Answered on March 04, 2015

You can file a petition for modification and at the same time an emergency/urgent motion to suspend time-sharing (since the petition will likely...

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Does the court have to send notice to the respondent and petitioner of an upcoming court date for child support

Nydia's answer | Answered on March 04, 2015

Yes, notice to all parties of a hearing is required. If a warrant has been issued, you need a lawyer right away to help you address it and to put...

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Could a petitioner be awarded "legal fees" for a CS mod brought where no significant change in circumstances/income is found?

Nydia's answer | Answered on March 03, 2015

Losing, alone, is not a basis to award fees. However, fees can be awarded based on need and ability to pay; that is, the higher earning party may...

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Can a party's (able-bodied, no health issues) reported income be imputed up to Minimum Wage (40hrs) for Child Support mod?

Nydia's answer | Answered on March 03, 2015

Yes, minimum wage can be imputed. But if this is a modification proceeding, depending on who is seeking the modification, it should not be taken...

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Can father claim child on taxes?

Nydia's answer | Answered on March 03, 2015

I agree that you should speak with a tax lawyer to be sure, but generally it is understood that the primary custodial parent has the right to claim...

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Is it okay for an almost 17 year old who does not see his mother and lives with his father to block her from texting him?

Nydia's answer | Answered on February 26, 2015

Previous posters have provided great guidance. Ultimately, the explicit statements in your parenting plan and/or court order concerning...

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Can I revoke an agreement?

Nydia's answer | Answered on February 26, 2015

Under limited circumstances, an agreement can be revoked. But generally if you freely and voluntarily signed the agreement, you are bound by it....

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Child support tax dependent question

I left my husband 4 years ago because of abuse can he file for divorce for abandonment?

Alamony

What do I need to file to stop my son's father's time-sharing after he was charged with 1st degree felony child abuse.

Does the court have to send notice to the respondent and petitioner of an upcoming court date for child support

Could a petitioner be awarded "legal fees" for a CS mod brought where no significant change in circumstances/income is found?

Can a party's (able-bodied, no health issues) reported income be imputed up to Minimum Wage (40hrs) for Child Support mod?

Can father claim child on taxes?

Is it okay for an almost 17 year old who does not see his mother and lives with his father to block her from texting him?

Can I revoke an agreement?