Are the free attorneys appointed in family court as good as a hired attny ? I cannot afford an attorney but my ex has hired one

Your lawyer is not free. He or she gets paid by the goverment and has the same ethical duty as a privately retained attorney to zealously...

My ex husband must attend court if he serves with court papers to resolve post divorce items, yes?

He needs to appear unless the court excuses his appearance and allows him to appear by electronic means.

How do I dispute these amounts at my support violation hearing?

A lawyer would need to review your divorce decree and any underlying agreement to answer your question regarding child care costs.

I need a good family court lawyer

You may want consider the NYS Bar Association Referral Service. See: http://www.nysba.org/lawyerreferral/

The child, now 19, states he wants nothing to do with me. Am I still obligated to pay support and potentially college costs?

You may have a defense of abandonment if your child does not have good cause...

Can I appeal the visitation modification order simply due to feeling pressured and no lawyer?

I suggest you retain counsel without delay to take a closer look at the issue.

What can I do to get my ex off my daughter birth certificate he's not the father?

You should explore the possibility of having the "real father" file a paternity petition in family court if you think it is in your child's best...

Has my rights been violated under the speedy trial law on a class A misdemeanor 90 days.

You do not normally simply walk into court and request a case be dismissed on speedy trial grounds. It usually requires formal motion practice. I...

What are the potential legal punishments for a minor purchasing,possessing,and using tobacco products in NYC?

I believe New York is one of a few states who has not yet passed a law regarding underage purchase and possesion of tobacco. I believe there is...

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I suggest you review Penal Law 220.00 and the sections of the Public Health Law referenced...