Divorce and Family Law FAQs

Can Witnesses In A Divorce In Queens Be Charged With Perjury When They Lie On The Stand?

February 10, 2015 by David Shapiro

Perjury is a crime in New York, and lying on the stand in a Queens divorce is never a good idea, but the chances that a prosecutor would decide to take up a perjury case stemming from a divorce trial is slim. How To Combat Perjury In A Queens Divorce A better approach in dealing with witnesses … [Read more...] about Can Witnesses In A Divorce In Queens Be Charged With Perjury When They Lie On The Stand?

If I Miss A Court Date For A Custody Modification Hearing In Queens, Can I Lose Custody Of My Child?

January 30, 2015 by David Shapiro

It depends on the specifics of the custody modification being sought, but if the other parent is seeking full custody and you miss the hearing without notifying the court, it is possible that your ex may get a default judgment. An attorney can help ensure that you are fully represented and ask the … [Read more...] about If I Miss A Court Date For A Custody Modification Hearing In Queens, Can I Lose Custody Of My Child?

What Can I Do If I Acknowledged Paternity At The Hospital But Now Question Whether I’m The Father Of A Child In Queens?

January 30, 2015 by David Shapiro

Unfortunately, if you’ve already acknowledged paternity for a child born out of wedlock, you may have a very difficult time getting a judge to agree to vacate your acknowledgement. The state has a strong interest in ensuring that all children in Queens are supported by their parents, and … [Read more...] about What Can I Do If I Acknowledged Paternity At The Hospital But Now Question Whether I’m The Father Of A Child In Queens?

Can I Travel Internationally With My Child If I Have Full Custody In Queens?

January 30, 2015 by David Shapiro

While you’ll want to consult your custody agreement for specifics, in general, you are allowed to travel internationally with your child when you have legal and physical custody in Queens. Your custody agreement may specify certain things, like making sure the other parent is informed of travel … [Read more...] about Can I Travel Internationally With My Child If I Have Full Custody In Queens?

Can The Court Appoint An Attorney For My Divorce In Queens? My Spouse Controls Our Finances.

January 30, 2015 by David Shapiro

For matrimonial matters like divorce, the court will not appoint an attorney for you, but in situations where your spouse controls the household finances and has cut you off or limited your access to funds, the judge can order that your spouse pay your legal bills. Judges in Queens don’t believe … [Read more...] about Can The Court Appoint An Attorney For My Divorce In Queens? My Spouse Controls Our Finances.

What Do I Do When My Spouse Has Full Custody In Queens But Isn’t Taking Our Child’s Mental Health Issues Seriously?

January 30, 2015 by David Shapiro

When parents disagree on matters of a child’s health, significant problems can arise when it comes to decision making in a custody framework. The problems are worse when one spouse has the legal authority to make important decisions, like whether to seek help for mental health conditions, but … [Read more...] about What Do I Do When My Spouse Has Full Custody In Queens But Isn’t Taking Our Child’s Mental Health Issues Seriously?

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Can Witnesses In A Divorce In Queens Be Charged With Perjury When They Lie On The Stand?

If I Miss A Court Date For A Custody Modification Hearing In Queens, Can I Lose Custody Of My Child?

What Can I Do If I Acknowledged Paternity At The Hospital But Now Question Whether I’m The Father Of A Child In Queens?

Can I Travel Internationally With My Child If I Have Full Custody In Queens?

Can The Court Appoint An Attorney For My Divorce In Queens? My Spouse Controls Our Finances.

What Do I Do When My Spouse Has Full Custody In Queens But Isn’t Taking Our Child’s Mental Health Issues Seriously?

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