If my girlfriend gets emancipation in California is it still legal in New York State?

If she is unable to support herself, it is unlikely that she will be emancipated.

How are assets accumulated in a marriage divided?

An agreement can be on the furniture only. It is nice to have an agreement that covers everything, but not necessary. The Judge will be...

At age 17, your son's preference will be given considerable weight.

My ex wifes lawyer changed divorce decree without contacting me and had judge sign off

A little hard to follow your question. If you have a signed judgment that athe truck was going to you, and you signed this judgment, and sent it...

Is joint custody possible across different states?

If mother leaves the state, it is very difficult to share joint legal custody. Since the children are in California, California has (or will have...

Do grandparents have legal rights to my son if I am a widower?

With thier daugher deceased, they could file a Grandparent Visitation Petition. If you son is older, and does not want to visit, the...

If my ex husband owes me back spousal support and died how can I get money owed to me. Yhanks

Open a probate case. That is the only way you can preserve your rights, and collect the money due to you.

Where and how can someone find out who has custody of child?

File a complaint to establish a parental relationship, and serve the mother. If mother, or her parents have any documentation terminating your...

Husband has been primarily paid cash & shows little on income tax. How can I receive alimony/child support?

This is a difficult issue. You were married 10 years, and if you signed the joint tax returns, and knew they were incorrect, it can be a problem. ...

Does my ex need to serve me with every proof he will show to the judge for our restraining order

Any evidence presented to the Judge, must also be shared with you. It is easy to alter email, and text messages. If he has altered the text, then...