How do I file for ineffective counsel?

Reposting to Child Custody. You have an absolute right to copies of the documents used against you, and for you. If he works for a legal aid...

My granddaughter is in Kingston Jamaica can I file for her ?

File what? Reposting to Immigration, as that appears to be the subject.

Is there any type of weapon that’s legal to carry in New York for self defense purposes?

Reposting to Criminal Defense, so the NYC attorneys can weigh in.

Can a person living with someone with indicated report in appeals (no child endangering) be awarded custody of a child?

Reposting to Child Custody--not an Appeals question. She needs an experienced custody lawyer here--there are many nuances. If she is serious...

Not an Appeals question. Reposting to Debt Collection. If you did not timely serve a notice of claim on the City of New York, you cannot sue it...

Reposting to Immigration for more precise answers.

How can I buy a judgment on a property that is about to go to auction?

This a fine time to start exploring this option. What is the property worth, and how much are you willing to spend? In my experience conducting...

How do i go about getting my arrears adjusted after being incarcerated?

Reposting to Child Support. Although in general support magistrates cannot reduce arrears, Mr. Conway may be correct that this circumstance may be...

The Judge denied my show cause. Can I appeal?

Reposting to Landlord & Tenant. You could ask the Appellate Term to sign the OSC, see CPLR 5704(b), but it is unlikely they would sign under...

Do character references alone, such as local police or firemen, have any influence on the DA when they decide on a plea offer?

Reposting to Criminal Defense. Possibly, if the DA happens to know the references in question, although they will more likely affect sentence...