Monthly Archives: April 2020

How Long Does It Take to Serve Someone with an Order of Protection?

How Long Does It Take to Serve Someone with an Order of Protection?

Question: I placed an order of protection on my ex girlfriend that lives with me. We are both on the rental lease. She hasn’t been served yet. She assaulted me and was charged with assault in the 3rd degree three weeks ago. She is still controlling and empowering the situation. She won’t leave our home […]

How Long Does a Temporary Order of Protection Last?

How Long Does a Temporary Order of Protection Last?

Question: My ex was arrested on a domestic violence case and I have an order of protection but it’s temporary. The case is still pending. How long does a temporary order of protection last? Answer: The temporary order will remain in effect until your next court appearance, at which time it can be vacated, modified […]

How Do I Remove an Order of Protection?

How Do I Remove an Order of Protection?

Question: There was a misunderstanding between me, my partner, and my son. Someone else called the cops, and now there’s an order of protection. We are trying to go to counseling but this order is preventing us from moving forward as a family. Answer: While the individuals may agree to lift the order of protection […]

Child Custody During COVID-19

Child Custody During COVID-19

Nurses, doctors, hospital workers, and other essential employees are on the front lines in the battle against coronavirus. However, this means that they are also at higher risk of exposure. There is a growing number of ex-spouses and parents across the country who are withholding child custody or seeking full custody during COVID-19 due to […]

Modifying Child Support After a Child Turns 18

Modifying Child Support After a Child Turns 18

Question: I am currently paying child support for my 2 children. My oldest will turn 18 years old in September. Can I file a motion to reduce my child support payment when she turns 18 years old? Answer: Unless otherwise agreed, child support ends at 21. Your child turning 18 does not in and of […]