Child Custody

Custodial interference is a huge problem that brings divorced couples back into Family Court all the time. Some of the typical displays of custodial interference include a parent playing games with pickup or drop off times for scheduled visits, not allowing phone calls to or from the other … [Read more...] about How Do I Prove That My Former Spouse Is Interfering With My Visitation Time With My Child?

There are two types of child custody in New York. The first is Legal Custody, where the parent makes life decisions for the child, like where to go to school, what faith to be raised in, if any, and decisions related to major medical decisions like surgery or to be prescribed long term … [Read more...] about What Are The Types Of Child Custody In Queens, NY?

Child custody and support matters must be included as part of the divorce decree, but many couples initially develop custody and support agreements through Family Court before they file for divorce. If you or your spouse have just filed for divorce, your attorney should plan to file for temporary … [Read more...] about Do I Petition In Family Court In Queens For Child Custody And Support, Or Is That Part Of The Divorce Settlement?

With the permission of a Family Court judge, yes, you can. Getting the judge’s permission almost always requires that your former spouse approve and that an updated custody agreement is in place. For obvious reasons, these can be very sensitive negotiations that demand a lot of flexibility … [Read more...] about Can I Move Out Of State With Our Children?

Custody issues are never easy, and while New York courts understand that a person’s life may take them out of state after a divorce, you may not move your children out of state without the court’s permission. This is doubly true if your former spouse is opposed to the move. Making these … [Read more...] about Am I Able To Accept A Job Offer Out Of State Without Giving Up Custody?

New York recognizes two types of custody, legal and physical. If a parent has sole legal custody of a child, that parent is responsible for making major decisions about the child, such as choices about medical and surgical procedures, where the child goes to school, what religious instruction … [Read more...] about What Are The Different Kinds Of Custody?