Learn how to win your child custody claim in this article we have put together. Contact our Saratoga child custody lawyer for a consultation. Requesting a New Law Guardian As a Saratoga Child Custody Attorney I often get asked about requesting a new law guardian to be assigned. I let clients know that it can […]
Category Archives: Family Law
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Aug
Aug
Do you need to appear in Family Court? Check out these 5 Family Court tips, then call our experienced Saratoga Family Law Attorneys. Bringing a Support Person to Family Court Irrespective of whether or not you have your own attorney, you can bring anyone to court that you would like for moral support. What is important […]
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Sep
Sep
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 […]
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Aug
Aug
Watch this video by Jean Mahserjian, one of our family law attorneys in Albany to learn about dividing retirement accounts after a divorce. Download Our Free Divorce Guide In general, the party taking a deferred compensation or pension plan – the non-titled party – is responsible for drafting the order to divide the pension plan […]
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Jun
Jun
A common question we receive from clients is “what if you can’t make it to family court in Saratoga County?” Don’t get charged with contempt of court! Watch this educational video by Saratoga Attorney Jennifer Sunderlin Morton to find out your options. If you can’t make it to your court appearance, you should contact your attorney […]
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May
May
As a Grandparent, Do I Have Rights to the Child if the Father Doesn’t? Question: I haven’t seen my four-year-old grandson in almost two months. We’ve been active in his life since birth, and were a true asset to each other’s lives. Child support payments should not be a reason this child is being taken […]
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Apr
Apr
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 […]
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Apr
Apr
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 […]
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Apr
Apr
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 […]
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Mar
Mar
Question: I am pregnant and in a domestic violence situation. The child’s father put me in the hospital last week and has continued both verbal and physical threats of violence and homicide. I’m trying to understand what steps I can take moving forward to ensure safety both physically and on a legal ground regarding custody. […]
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Feb
Feb
Trusts are important legal instruments that hold and control assets, managing and distributing them for specific purposes. They provide tax relief, preserving the wealth you will want to access later or pass on to your heirs. But the dedicated Saratoga wills and trusts lawyers at Jean M. Mahserjian, Esq., P.C. understand that trusts are more. […]
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Jan
Jan
Watch this video about filing a family offense petition to learn how you can protect your rights after being involved in a domestic incident. Question: Can I file a family offense petition if I was involved in a domestic incident? Answer: If you were involved in a domestic incident, even if you followed through with […]