
Divorce and Family Law Attorneys
Child Visitation Fathers’ Rights Lawyers
Child visitation is the paramount legal issue for parents and children. Most courts encourage a continuing connection between parents and their children. This means that, in most cases, the non-custodial parent will be able to continue his or her relationship with the child on an ongoing basis. If you need legal counsel concerning child visitation as either the custodial or non-custodial parent you should consult with us. Because our practice is devoted to representing husbands and fathers in family law and divorce matters, we are we focus exclusively on family law matters for divorcing men, we are well-versed on the state regulations and procedures involved in determining family matters.
Divorce Lawyers for Staten Island, Brooklyn, Monmouth & Middlesex Counties
If you are having problems with visitation rights as either the custodial or non-custodial parent, you may have to go to court to resolve the issue. You will benefit from the legal representation of competent Staten Island divorce attorneys who can ensure that your rights as a father are protected through the courts. If you are the non-custodial parent you must continue to make child support payments to avoid becoming the subject of an enforcement application.
The non-custodial parent can generally obtain visitation rights from the court for frequent and meaningful visits with his or her child. Depending upon the logistics of where the parents reside, various visitation schedules can be arranged, such as weekends, holidays, or overnight stays during the week. Courts favor allowing a child to continue a relationship with both parents and will deny visitation rights to a parent only if it is in the best interests of the child.
If you have visitation rights and are being denied visits by your ex-spouse, you must seek help from the courts. If you are a custodial parent who wishes to change or deny visitation rights of your ex-spouse upon legitimate grounds, you also must go through the courts. In our practice as Staten Island child visitation attorneys, we can provide experienced legal help in any matter concerning visitation rights.
Contact us at the firm today for legal counsel in any matter concerning child visitation.
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Where Can I File My Divorce Paper Work?If you are currently engaged in an uncontested divorce then you can file your divorce papers at the County Clerk’s Office, or online using the New York State Courts Electronic Filing System. However, many times this isn’t the case and you need an attorney that will guide you through your divorce. Contact my firm today for more information.
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Can I Start a Divorce Against My Spouse When I Reside in New York, but My Spouse Does Not Reside in the Country?The short answer to this question is, generally, yes, however, this is a complicated issue and it is important for you to speak with an experienced attorney about the issues of service of process on your spouse pursuant to international law. When the country in which your spouse is to be served is a signatory to the Hague Service Convention, the documents to be served will need to be translated into the official language of that country and presented to a Central Authority authorized to effectuate service in that country. This is often a lengthy process, which includes the translation of legal documents, shipping of those documents abroad, and locating your spouse. Attorney Dow has experience organizing the service of international process and welcomes the opportunity to help you serve your internationally located spouse.
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Can My Spouse Transfer Property or Remove My Name From Insurance Policies During Our Divorce Proceedings?In September 2009, the New York State legislature enacted new Automatic Restraining Orders which prevent parties from incurring unreasonable debt, spending unreasonable amounts of money, with the exception of the payment of regular bills and reasonable legal fees, from transferring property, removing or terminating insurances, etc. during the divorce. These orders are automatically binding upon the plaintiff, and become binding upon the defendant, once he or she is served with the documents initiating the divorce.


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