I've read the NY rules governing lawyer conduct but still am not sure about the answer to this question.

There is nothing improper in a lawyer's coaching a pro se litigant without appearing for the litigant. But you need to be clear about what you...

So without a DNA test conducted , a court order of affiliation cannot be vacated ?

I have reposted to Family for this specialized question. If this result does not sit well with the father, he should just have the DNA test and...

Can a judge deny an appeal?

Your question is unclear. With a few exceptions civil appeals may be taken as of right. In criminal cases the final judgment is appealable as of...

I'm filing an appeal using the appendix method. The rules say that the "original" copy must be signed.

The copy with an original signature on the certification page is the original. 22 NYCRR 1250.7(g). But if you are not a lawyer, you cannot...

Can you fill a lawsuit after winning your writ ?

Not enough information. Writ for what? There are many different kinds. What was the basis for granting the writ? Lawsuit for what?

Can you use prior evidence like 2014 or 2015 or 2018 incidents ?

In the child custody arena all those priors are relevant.

You should be asking your lawyer and the funding company, not us.

Does a pro-se motion has been added to the calendar mean you have to show up for court on that day ?

Check the part rules or call the part clerk to determine if an appearance is required on a motion. Obviously you do not need to appear on a Sunday.

Would a third party amicus brief create more work for the attorney representing me?

The primary extra work would be for your attorney and the amicus attorney to confer and make sure neither was making arguments that undercut the...

How do I handle this situation? Legally and morally?

Reposting to Speeding & Traffic. The tickets are legally your sister's responsibility because it was her car. Sister can ask the acquaintance to...