Proper steps at an eviction hearing?

Yes, your description is missing information but I can help you connect the 'gaps,' so to speak. First, at the very 1st court appearance for a...

Finally a trail date now they want to mediate???

This depends on the Court & county/borough you are in. I work primarily on Long Island (Nassau & Suffolk) but have handled plenty of trials in the...

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Your question not complete. If a trial was going on & you & the other party reached a settlement, it seems from this question that at least you (OR...

Both of the answers who answered above are correct but their answers need to be 'meshed together,' so to speak. The MINIMUM time that a married...

What can I do if the mother of my child does not allow me to take my child on vacation?

Once you've established the paternity of your child, meaning you were present at the childbirth OR you signed an acknowledgment of paternity, just...

Do I need a divorce in the US?

The answer is contained in your own post. If the officials in your home country said that you need divorce paperwork from a Court in the States,...

When you say '6 months conditional,' you are probably referring to an 'ACOD' aka 'adjournment in contemplation of dismissal' which is a dismissal...

What is the reason for my court appearance as the Plaintiff in my uncontested divorce?

I have dealt with this situation before & I can make an educated guess as to why your appearance is required. First, your summary says that your...

The ignition interlock device is definitely a court-ordered restriction. I feel that your friend should ask her probation officer. If the ignition...

How can i lower my child support?

You are asking about Two (2) completely different topics. Any Judge in the NYS Supreme Court (for divorce cases only), or a Judge/Referee/Support...