Category Archives: Child Custody

Modifying an Out of State Custody Order

Modifying an Out of State Custody Order

Do you need help modifying an out of state child custody order to suit in New York? Check out this video, then give our lawyers a call. An issuing state retains jurisdiction to modify its own order; therefore, absent certain circumstances, it can be difficult to modify an out-of-state order. Often, while one party continues to […]

Choosing Your Child Custody Witnesses

Choosing Your Child Custody Witnesses

Choosing your child custody witnesses can be a difficult decision. Watch this video by Jean Mahserjian, one of our Saratoga family law lawyers for tips on how to choose. If your custody case is going to trial, your attorney will ask you for the names of witnesses who should be asked to testify on your […]

Paternity Rights in NYS

Paternity Rights in NYS

Are you or a loved one going through the divorce process and have questions about paternity rights in NYS? Watch this video and call our office today. In order to establish Paternity rights in NYS, the parents have to sing an acknowledgment of paternity, or an order of affiliation If there is any doubt as […]

How should I present proof that I have my child more than ‘primary custodian’?

How should I present proof that I have my child more than ‘primary custodian’

Question: What type of evidence does a judge/court case prefer when ‘proving’ time spent with the child? Text messages, phone calls, video (ring camera), photos of child on phone (time stamped)?What is the best way to present evidence to prove I have my child. Long story short, I shot myself in the foot trying to […]

Child Custody Witnesses in Saratoga

Child Custody Witnesses in Saratoga

Learn About Choosing Your Child Custody Witnesses Choosing your child custody witnesses in Saratoga can be a difficult decision. Watch this video by one of our family law lawyers for tips on how to choose. If your custody case is going to trial, your attorney will ask you for the names of witnesses who should […]

Travelling Child Custody Questions

Travelling Child Custody Questions

Check out this article to learn about more about travelling child custody questions. Then, contact Jean Mahserjian for a legal consultation. What if my ex won’t give me permission to take my children on a trip? Clients will call and ask what to do if their ex won’t give them permission to go on a […]

Can I modify custody solely on papers signed outside of court by both parents?

Can I modify custody solely on papers signed outside of court by both parents?

Question: If the primary parent signs papers outside of court stating the non custodial parent now has the child 5 nights per week, is this enough to bring to court to modify a current order? Will this agreement, when attached to a petition, be enough for a judge to grant at first hearing? My goal […]

Types of Custody Questions

Types of Custody Questions

I am asked many questions as an experienced New Jersey Child Custody Lawyer. Check out these types of custody questions for more information and contact us for a free case review. What is the Difference Between Joint and Sole Custody in NYS? The types of custody that are relevant in every case are Legal Custody […]

Emergency Child Custody Situation

Emergency Child Custody Situation

Learn What to Do if You are in an Emergency Child Custody Situation Are you facing an emergency child custody situation? Jennifer Sunderlin Morton, one of our family law lawyers in Albany has created the following educational video to help provide guidance. The custody process can often take several months to ultimately resolve, but if […]

Child Custody Relocation Laws

Child Custody Relocation Laws

The child custody relocation laws in New York can be very strict. Watch this video by Jean Mahserjian, one of our family law attorneys in Albany for guidance on moving your child. Last week, I received a call from a client who wanted permission to relocate out of state with the children. The client had […]

Filing Child Abandonment

Filing Child Abandonment

Question: Can I file child abandonment if my ex husband moved out the state and is in child support arrears? Joint custody granted, child support granted, Ex husband moved out the state last year and does the bare minimum for our daughter. Can I file child abandonment? What are my options? He’s trying to pick […]

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 […]