Separation and property Agreement and Judgment of Divorce clarification

Unless it specifically says otherwise, the separation agreement is a contract that was immediately effective and binding on the parties when it was...

When a child turns 18 and wants to move out, Can the child move out without the child's parents stopping the child?

An 18-year-old can move out of his or her parents' home without permission and will be considered legally emancipated.

How much of a residential property belongs to the wife?

The house is your husband's separate property. So, none of it actually "belongs" to you. However, you may have a right, under the equitable...

In November 2009 my sister moved out of her and her husband's house. She divorced him in July 2010. Upon her leaving the house,

The lender is not bound by any agreement between your sister and her husband. As an owner of the property, the only way she can get out of this...

Does child support end if child enlists in army? (This is in NY..support to 21)

With all due respect to my colleague, the answer is not so simple. If there is a separation agreement between the parties regarding emancipation,...

You must apply to the court before the expiration of the 120 day limit in order to obtain an additional 120 days to serve process. With all due...

Can a grandparent sue for visitation of her deceased son children?

Yes. Under New York law, grandparents have visitation rights regardless of whether or not the parent of the grandchild is alive.

Can I move with my children?

Yes, you can move to another part of the state with your children.

Gift given to me by my husband's mother are they considered marital property.

Your husband cannot ask for the jewelry back. Since they were a gift to you, they are your sole and separate property and are not subject to...

Does a stepmother have rights?

Stepparents have standing to sue for custody or visitation but are required to prove extraordinary circumstances in order to be successful.