How often do divorce cases go to court? Do people ever represent themselves?

Unless two parties agree in the beginning of a case, as to the terms of a divorce, they will have to appear in court, usually for the first time at...

I was charged with and found guilty of neglect by ACS even though I am a DV victim. They have also lied in ct. Who should i hire

This is not an easy case, and clearly will be expensive, if you engage qualified private counsel. If you already have been found by acs to have...

Should i go back to court? Not sure whaT I should do

You are not under any obligation to provide any visitation other than what the court granted. Certainly, people do change days informally, if they...

Real estate

The answer depends on whether there exists a mortgage, which would require the mortgage company's consent. If there is no mortgage, then the proper...

What fee does NYC Courts charge to obtain Guardianship of a minor?

If you are up to completing the paperwork, it is certainly possible to do the proceeding yourself. Your best bet is to go to the Surrogate Court at...

If one creates property of value during the marriage, it can be considered marital property, in the event of a divorce. To protect such property...

Do I have to send my child for weekend visitation if the father is not present?

You are in that gray area, where if you go back into court without proof, the father will deny your accusations, the court will only scold him, and...

Do I need a lawyer to regain a loan?

Based upon both questions that you have posted, the statute of limitations has expired years ago- your lawsuit would be based upon a six-year...

My brother lives in the house with my mother if she passes away does he have rights to stay in the house?

What happens to the house really depends on what the will states, and what your siblings wish to do (before the provisions of the will are required...

I cant find my spouse but i want a divorce. its been 4 years

Under the facts you present, it is possible to obtain a divorce- you will have to file a complaint(not a 'petition') for a 'contested' divorce, and...