Divorce and Family Law FAQs

Many parties in Queens divorce actions feel that the judge may be biased against them in some way, but unfortunately, it’s extremely rare for a party to make the case for the judge’s recusal. Short of showing an inappropriate relationship or inappropriate contact between the judge and your … [Read more...] about How Can I Change Judges In My Divorce Queens?

If there are issues from a previous Family Court ruling in Queens that require review, your divorce settlement may correct them. For instance, if child support was set in an earlier Family Court case and the relative earnings of you and your spouse have changed considerably, then the court may … [Read more...] about Will My Divorce Settlement Supersede A Previous Queens Family Court Ruling?

Yes, even as a renter, you can suffer negative financial consequences by moving out before you file for divorce. If your name is on the lease, you are liable for rent payments, and if your spouse stops paying, the landlord has every right to come after you for the arrears. This means that … [Read more...] about If We Rent In Queens, Does It Matter If I Move Out Before Filing And Before The Lease Is Up?

You won’t lose your claim on your house (or your share of its value if it is liquidated), or your ownership of it if it is separate property, but moving out before you file can cause problems in your divorce. Your spouse may be granted exclusive occupancy of the house during the action, which … [Read more...] about Do I Lose My Claim On My House If I Move Out Before Filing For Divorce In Queens?

If you are a legal resident in Queens, then Queens has jurisdiction to dissolve your marriage. Many people plan destination weddings outside the US, and as long as the marriage was legally performed in the other nation, the US and the State of New York recognize it as valid. You’ll file for … [Read more...] about We Are US Citizens, But Married Outside The Country. Do We File For Divorce In Queens Or In The Country Where We Wed?