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Family Court dismissed case because the parties did not have a family or intimate relationship. Coleman v. McKenzie, 2022 N.Y. Slip Op. 50514 (N.Y. Fam. Ct. 2022)
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Because of a mother’s pattern of false accusations against the father, the court modified the custody order. Aquitani v. Aquitani (In re a Custody Proceeding Under Article 6 of the Family Court Act), 2022 N.Y. Slip Op. 50730 (N.Y. Fam. Ct. 2022)
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Court denied mother’s request to relocate out-of-state with child. Dunn v Harris 2022 NY Slip Op 50641(U)
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Court awarded sole custody to mother because she was better able to provide for the needs of the child. a Child Custody Proceeding Under Article 6 of Family Court Act v. TD, 2019 N.Y. Slip Op. 52151 (N.Y. Fam. Ct. 2019)
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Court refused father’s request for a temporary modification to custody order. K.A. v. N.Q. (In re a Proceeding Under Article 6 of Family Court Act), 2022 N.Y. Slip Op. 50187 (N.Y. Fam. Ct. 2022)
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Where parents disagreed on vaccination issue, the Family Court gave the mother final decision-making authority. L.N. v. V.V., 2019 N.Y. Slip Op. 52174 (N.Y. Fam. Ct. 2019)
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Court awarded mother sole custody where father intentionally limited the mother’s access to the child. Matter of T.D. v E.P.B. 2022 NY Slip Op 50971(U)
by Stephen Bilkis
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Grandparents petitioned the court for sole custody and the cessation of the child’s visits with the father. Matter of Brady S v Darla B 2020 NY Slip Op 51619(U)
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Agencies must make reasonable efforts to reunify parents with their children. In re Jose F., 70 Misc. 3d 1211, 136 N.Y.S.3d 875 (N.Y. Cnty. Ct. 2020)
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Is establishing paternity in the best interests of a child who had been living with a foster family? Wilson D. v. Anne B., 2021 N.Y. Slip Op. 51144 (N.Y. Fam. Ct. 2021)
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Court was asked to intervene when the mother and grandmother limited father’s access to child. Marvin F. v. Jaran H., 73 Misc. 3d 1222, 155 N.Y.S.3d 305 (N.Y. Cnty. Ct. 2021)
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Grandmother seeks guardianship over her two grandsons. Matter of Chariss C. v Jose G. 2021 NY Slip Op 50757(U)
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Court ordered paternity test over the objections of the presumed legal father. Joseph S. v. Crystal B., 73 Misc. 3d 1201, 152 N.Y.S.3d 288 (N.Y. Cnty. Ct. 2021)
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Parent who attended to the educational, medical, and emotional needs of the child awarded sole custody. Katie S. v. Christopher K., 2021 N.Y. Slip Op. 51145 (N.Y. Fam. Ct. 2021)
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Court determined that it was in the best interests of the children to remain in New York and not move with their father to Massachusetts. Matter of Daniel W v Lauren S 2021 NY Slip Op 51146(U)
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Court denied a parent’s request that the AFC be removed. Proceeding Under Article 6 of the Family Court Act D.D. v. R.M., 2021 N.Y. Slip Op. 50796 (N.Y. Fam. Ct. 2021)
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Court denied custody modification due to lack of changed circumstances. S.J. v. K.A., 2021 N.Y. Slip Op. 50215 (N.Y. Fam. Ct. 2021)
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court modified custody order from father having full custody to mother having full custody. S.N. v. J.A., 2021 N.Y. Slip Op. 50304 (N.Y. Fam. Ct. 2021)
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Family Court granted petition to vacate child support arrears settlement agreement. Michelle B. v. Thomas Y., 2022 N.Y. Slip Op. 50020 (N.Y. Fam. Ct. 2022)
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Should an incarcerated mother who severely abused her children be permitted visitation? Y.Y.W. v. Z.G., 2022 N.Y. Slip Op. 50071 (N.Y. Fam. Ct. 2022)
by Stephen Bilkis
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What is the standard for changing a custody agreement? A.L. v V.T.L. 2022 NY Slip Op 22017
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Can parental access to a child be conditioned on COVID vaccination or COVID testing?, C.B. v. D.B., 2021 NY Slip Op 21268
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In determining whether a custodial parent has the right to relocate with the child depends on whether doing so would be in the best interests of the child. H.K. v R.C. 2021 NY Slip Op 21190
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The presumption that a child born to a marriage is the legitimate child of both parents applies equally to a non-biological parent in a same-sex marriage, Wendy G-M. v. Erin G-M., 985 N.Y.S.2d 845 (N.Y. Sup. Ct. 2014)
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What impact should domestic violence have on a custody determination? Wissink v. Wissink, 749 N.Y.S.2d 550 (App. Div. 2002)
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In a maintenance determination, what amount of earnings is necessary to enable the recipient to become self-supporting? Lorenz v. Lorenz, 881 N.Y.S.2d 208 (N.Y. App. Div. 2009)
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A custody agreement providing for a specific religious upbringing will be enforced only if it is in the best interests of the child. Weisberger v. Weisberger, 60 N.Y.S.3d 265 (2017)
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In a tri-custody case, the Supreme Court, Suffolk County, considered whether a de facto third parent establish legal custody rights. Dawn M. v. Michael M., 47 N.Y.S.3d 898 (2017)
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Does the SUNY cap apply in determining parental contribution to educational expenses? Pamela T. v. Marc B., 930 N.Y.S.2d 857 (2011)
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New York Supreme Court discussed the concept of zones of final decision-making authority in point custody situations. J.R. v. M.S., 55 N.Y.S.3d 873 (2017)
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Appellate Division determined that child support payments may be suspended if the custodial parent unjustifiably prevented access to the child. Usack v. Usack, 17 A.D.3d 736 (N.Y. App. Div. 2005)
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A family court can grant a protection order prohibiting a minor from contacting a child, even though the minor is too young for criminal prosecution. Emily K. v. Luis J., 997 N.Y.S. 2d 510 (2014)
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The ICWA is applicable to the adoption of a Native American child even if the child’s Native American parents do not participate in tribal life. In re Baby Boy C., 805 N.Y.S.2d 313 (2005)
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New York Supreme Court considered a divorce petition even though a divorce was already granted in another state. Weiss v. Weiss, 29 Misc. 3d 1202(A) (2010)
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Appellate Division found that a trial court cannot confirm a custody order that was determined by arbitration. Schechter v. Schechter, 63 A.D.3d 817, 881 N.Y.S.2d 151 (2009)
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A fault-based divorce should not be granted without sufficient proof of constructive abandonment. Molinari v. Molinari, 2007 WL 1119894 (Sup. Ct. N.Y. 2007)
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New York recognizes the same-sex of marriage validly entered into outside of New York. Beth R. v. Donna M., 853 N.Y.S.2d 501 (2008)
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Separation and Property Settlement Agreement Prepared by Mediator Was Not Unconscionable- Irizarry v Hayes, 2020 NY Slip Op 50217(U)
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Despite Child’s Wishes, Non-Custodial Father Granted Visitation- Matter of Byron M. v Sasha A., 2020 NY Slip Op 02243 (N.Y. App. Div. 2020)
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Appellate Division Reversed Family Court Decision Denying Mother’s Request for Visitation Modification- Matter of Jessica D. v Michael E.2020 NY Slip Op 02133 (N.Y. App. Div. 2020)
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Change of Custody to Father Not in Children’s Best Interest Despite Alienation by Mother- Matter of Eddie S. v. Sylvia S., 2020 NY Slip Op 50296(U)
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Finding of Permanent Neglect Warranted Where Mother Failed to Take Diligent Steps to Strengthen Parental Relationship – In re Lamani C.H., 2020 NY Slip Op 349 (N.Y. App. Div. 2020)
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Petitioners who Cannot Demonstrate a Sufficient Nexus To the Child Do Not Have Standing to Petition the Court for Guardianship – In re A.W.J., 2019 NY Slip Op 29328 (N.Y. Fam. Ct. 2019)
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Grandmother Who Established Loving Relationship with Grandchild Has Standing to Bring Petition for Visitation- Of v. S.F., 61 Misc.3d 959 (N.Y. Cty. Ct. 2018)
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Court Did Not Err in Deciding to Seek Adoption Placement for Children of Mother Struggling With Substance Abuse – In re Nevaeh L., 2019 NY Slip Op 8329 (N.Y. App. Div. 2019)
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When Considering A Child Support Modification the Court Will Consider Factors Other than Voluntary Job Loss – Vetrano v. Vetrano, 2019 NY Slip Op 8415 (N.Y. App. Div. 2019)
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Supreme Court of Monroe County Reviewed a Case Involving Parental Alienation – J.F. v. D.F., 2018 NY Slip Op 51829(U) (N.Y. Sup. Ct. 2018)
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Appellate Division Considered a Case Involving International Visitation- Fernandez v. Pulla, 2019 NY Slip Op 7068 (N.Y. App. Div. 2019)
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Court Awards Custody to Father Who Had Been Primary Caregiver for Two Years- Dariel M. v. Aurelyn Z.G., 2020 NY Slip Op 506 (N.Y. App. Div. 2020)
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Family Court Did Not Err in Dismissing Petition for Custody Modification Where Mother Failed to Produce Evidence of Changed Circumstances – Heather U. v. Janice, 2019 NY Slip Op 9338 (N.Y. App. Div. 2019)
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A Change in the Mental Health of a Parent May Be Sufficient Grounds for a Custody Modification – Farner v. Farner, 152 A.D.3d 1212 (N.Y. App. Div. 2017)
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Custodial Interference Can Be the Basis for Suspending the Obligation to Pay Child Support – Katz v. Katz, 2008 NY Slip Op 7873 (N.Y. App. Div. 2008)
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In the Absence of Allegations of Misrepresentation or Fraud the Court Will Not Vacate An Acknowledgement of Paternity – M.H. v. S.S., 2017 NY Slip Op 50373(U) (N.Y. Fam. Ct. 2017)
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In Two Paternity Cases The Court Applied The Doctrine of Equitable Estoppel – Seth P. v. Margaret D., 2011 N.Y. Slip Op. 9648 (N.Y. App. Div. 2011)
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Court Orders Supervised Visitation Where Unsupervised Visitation Would Be Detrimental To The Child- Spencer v. Killoran, 2017 NY Slip Op 991 (N.Y. App. Div. 2017)
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Grandparent Visitation Terminated Due To Change In Circumstances – Matter of Wilson v. McGlinchey, 2 N.Y.3d 375 (N.Y. 2004)
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Evidence of Changed Circumstances Must Be Presented in Order For Family Court to Consider a Custody Modification – Newton v. McFarlane,103 N.Y.S.3d 445 (N.Y. App. Div. 2019)
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Court Decides Whether to Grant Father Unsupervised Parental Access- Gonzalez v. Santiago, 167 A.D.3d 885 (N.Y. App. Div. 2018)
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Visitation Interference May Result in Suspension of Child Support Obligation – Vasquez v. Powell, 111 A.D.3d 754 (N.Y. App. Div. 2013)
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Grandmother Requests Visitation Rights – E.S. v. P.D., 863 N.E.2d 100 (N.Y. 2007)
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Court Denies Petition to Set Aside an Acknowledgment of Paternity – Merritt v. Allen, 99 A.D.3d 1006 (N.Y. App. Div. 2012)
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Court Will Suspend Visitation Where It Has Been Detrimental to the Child’s Mental State – Lupo v. Rainsford, 162 A.D.3d 1032 (N.Y. App. Div. 2018)
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Right of Biological Mother to Seek Custody of Children She Surrendered – Beverly L. v. James H. (In re Custody/Visitation Proceeding), 2016 NY Slip Op 26243 (N.Y. Fam. Ct. 2016)
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Grandmother Brings Motion for Visitation to New York Courts
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Mother Appeals Judgment Denying Full Legal Custody
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Couple Get into Custody Dispute Due International Travel, New York Appellate Court Affirms Supreme Court Decision
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Party Seeks Credit of Child Support for Education Expenses
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Court Rules on Violation of Temporary Orders for Protection
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Court Discussed Alleged Mistreatment of Child During Shoplifting Incident
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Mother Appeals Neglect Charges
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Court Decides if ACS Made Reasonable Efforts to Reunite Family
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Appellate Court is Reluctant to Disturb the Ruling of the Family Court
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Court Hears Case Regarding Child Neglect
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Attorney Fees Award Reversed by the Appellate Court
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Matter of Lisa T v King T
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Court Hears Petition for Relief to Renew
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Matter of FF v FF
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Matter of B. v J.
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Palaia v Palaia
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Matter of Isiah (Terry C.)
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Pillai v Pillai
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Savel v. Savel
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Brinkman v Brinkman
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EV v RV NY Slip Op 05994
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Scheriff v Scheriff
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Galanopoulos v Galanopoulos
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In re: A Custody/Visitation Proceeding E.A. Petitioner v. R.A. Respondent
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In Re: A.F. Petitioner v. K.H. Respondent
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In re: Donnisha S.
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Corrigan v. New York State Office of Children and Family Service
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Sanders v. Sanders
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In Re: Kenroy C. a person Alleged to be a Juvenile Delinquent
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In re: Virginia T.F. a Child under 18 years old, Neglected by v. Brittany O’L-F. Ruperto F., Jr., Respondents.
by Stephen Bilkis
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Cassarino v Cassarino
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Fairchild v Fairchild
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Kashman v Kashman
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Fabbricante v Fabbricante
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Chicara v Chicara
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Gafyce v Gafyce
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Court Hears Complicated Adoption Case
by Stephen Bilkis
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Ostrower v Ostrower
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Court Rules on a Sister State Divorce Judgment
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Bitic v Bitic
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Matter of Ashantewa W.L
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Matter of Nimkoff v. Nimkoff
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Chabanov v. Chabanova
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Genzone v Genzone
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Matter of Yolanda T.M. (Spanos)
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Ralis v Ralis
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Matter of Delroy
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Odunbaku v Odunbaku
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Jones v. Jones
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Tzu Ching Kao v. Bonalle
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Horne v Horne
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Behan v. Behan
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L.B. v. Chief Justice of Probate and Family Court Department
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Matter of a Proceeding for Custody and to Surrender and Terminate Parental Rights. Hope, B. Petitioner v. Avery, G. Respondent
by Stephen Bilkis
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Family Offense Proceeding Under Article 8 of the Family Court Act
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Matter of Mathew L. (Beryl P.-Zenaida A.)
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Liebowitz v. Liebowitz
by Stephen Bilkis
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Rosner v. Rosner
by Stephen Bilkis
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In re: Custody /Visitation of Beverly
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Matter of Andrea CC v Eric DD
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S.L. v J.R. NY Slip Op 04442
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Estrellita v. Jennifer L.D.
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In re: Gabriella
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Granger v Misercola
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In Re: T.P. U.P. CP Children Under 18 Years Alleged to be Neglected by Tony G., Respondent
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In the Matter of Brooke, Respondent v. Elizabeth A.C.C. Respondent
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J.F. v. Superior Court (2016)
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New York Court Rules that Parental Eavesdropping on Kids is Legal
by Stephen Bilkis
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Appellate Court Holds that Substantive Evidence Required to Prove Neglect Allegation
by Stephen Bilkis
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Defendant is Charged with Endangered with the Welfare of a Child
by Stephen Bilkis
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Deed Claimed Invalid During Divorce Hearing
by Stephen Bilkis
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Defendant Father Requests Hospital Records in Light of HIPPA Laws
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Decides Authority of Probation Officers
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Discusses Mechanic’s Lien Law
by Stephen Bilkis
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Petitioner Seeks Assistance with Section 8 Subsidy
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Orders Plaintiff to Amend Complaint
by Stephen Bilkis
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Petitioner Seeks to Vacate Determination by Department of Consumer Affairs
by Stephen Bilkis
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Respondent Asserts Plaintiff Failed to Exhaust Administrative Remedies
by Stephen Bilkis
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Interesting Case Decides Parenting Rights of Surrogate Mother
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Hears Motion to Disqualify Defendant Counsel
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Court Hears Condemnation Proceeding
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Rules on Child Neglect Proceeding
by Stephen Bilkis
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Respondent Claims Family Court Lacks Jurisdiction
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Decides Neglect Case
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Court Hears Disturbing Neglect Proceeding
by Stephen Bilkis
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Mother Moves for Custody of Three of Her Children
by Stephen Bilkis
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CPLR 321 Covers Removal of Attorneys of Record in Family Law Proceedings
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Family Law Case as a Result of Tragedy
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Discussed Domestic Relations Law Article 3A
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Father Seeks Full Custody of Children
by Stephen Bilkis
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Mother Appeals Revocation of Parental Rights
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Decides Whether to Relieve the Attorney of Record in the Case
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Decides Case Regarding Grandparent Visitation
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Social Services Seeks to Terminate Parental Rights of Father
by Stephen Bilkis
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Plaintiff Wife Obtained Temporary Restraining Order for Violent Attack by Husband
by Stephen Bilkis
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Defendant Responsible for Providing Wife with a Psychiatrist
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Orders that Plaintiff be Responsible for Hospital Expenses of the Defendant
by Stephen Bilkis
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Wife Files for Divorce Based on Cruelty and Nonsupport
by Stephen Bilkis
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Mother Charged with Neglect of Three Children
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Decides if it is Appropriate to Remove Child from Non-Kinship Care
by Stephen Bilkis
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Father Faces Consequences for Violating Custody Order
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Discusses Equitable Distribution of Assets
by Stephen Bilkis
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Mother Brings Appeal in Neglect Proceedings
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Decides if Children Should Remain in Foster Care
by Stephen Bilkis
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Wife Claims Husband Causes Her Undue Stress
by Stephen Bilkis
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Petitioner Files For Custody of Infant
by Stephen Bilkis
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Mother Seeks Temporary Child Custody
by Stephen Bilkis
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Social Services Brings Child Neglect Case Against Grandmother
by Stephen Bilkis
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Father Requests Return of Children
by Stephen Bilkis
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Mother Appeals Ruling Terminating Her Parental Rights
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Decides if Attorney Should Be Removed from Case
by Stephen Bilkis
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Is Grandparent Visitation Unconstitutional?
by Stephen Bilkis
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Social Services Seeks to Terminate Parental Rights of Father
by Stephen Bilkis
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Wife Seeks to Obtain TRO Against Husband
by Stephen Bilkis
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Defendant Requests Clarification on Final Divorce Decree
by Stephen Bilkis
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Husband and Wife Embroiled in a Custody Battle
by Stephen Bilkis
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Plaintiff Files Action for Nonsupport and Cruelty
by Stephen Bilkis
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Three Children Subjects of Neglect Proceedings
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Determines Custody of Foster Children
by Stephen Bilkis
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Father Files for Modification of Custody Order
by Stephen Bilkis
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Divorce Brought to Court on the Grounds of Constructive Abandonment
by Stephen Bilkis
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Spouses Battle for Custody of Infant Child in Protective Care
by Stephen Bilkis
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Father Seeks Specifics on Custody Order
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Decides if Attorney Should be Removed from Case
by Stephen Bilkis
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Mother Revokes her Consent to Adoption
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Grants Father’s Petition to Modify an Order for Visitation
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Rules on Supplemental Needs Trust for Petitioners Son
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Rules on Family Court Act 304 Regarding Detaining Juveniles
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Discusses Religious Preferences in Case
by Stephen Bilkis
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Husband Charged with Harrassment of His Wife
by Stephen Bilkis
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Mother Charged with Truancy for Her Child
by Stephen Bilkis
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Petitioner Claims State Action Unlawful Regarding Public Assistance Benefits
by Stephen Bilkis
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Petitioner Was Grantee of Public Assistance for Four Childen
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Looks at Material Issues of Fact in Case
by Stephen Bilkis
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Stepdaughter Files Claim for Aggravated Harrassment
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Looks at the Issue of Kinship
by Stephen Bilkis
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Infant Based Plaintiff Sues for Exposure to Lead Paint
by Stephen Bilkis
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Plaintiff Brings a Suit for Declaratory Judgment
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Decides Permanent Custody of Child Based on Child Abuse Allegations
by Stephen Bilkis
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Petitioner Files Claim to Extend Placement in Foster Home
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Decides if Case Against Social Services can be a Class Action
by Stephen Bilkis
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Respondent’s Placement Lapses at New York State Division of Youth During Proceedings
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Rules on Issue Related to Private Placement Adoption
by Stephen Bilkis
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Child Services Alleges Abuse of Child by Mother
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Decides Whether an Assault Charge is Considered a Family Offense
by Stephen Bilkis
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Plaintiff Brings Motion for Summary Judgment
by Stephen Bilkis
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Plaintiff Files Motion to Dismiss
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Discusses Problems With Trust Language
by Stephen Bilkis
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Wife Brings De Novo Hearing Regarding Support
by Stephen Bilkis
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Plaintiff Brings Case for Interpretation of Real Property Law 451
by Stephen Bilkis
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Father Accused of Sexual Abuse of Four Children
by Stephen Bilkis
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Grandfather Seeks Guardianship of Children
by Stephen Bilkis
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Plaintiff Moves for Motion to Dismiss for Failure to File Timely Complaint
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Discusses Preserving Issues for Appeal
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Decides How Certain Taxes Should Be Paid
by Stephen Bilkis
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Petitioner Files Suit Against Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Discusses Attorney Confidential Privledge
by Stephen Bilkis
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Plaintiff Brings Motion to Dismiss Initial Complaint
by Stephen Bilkis
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Petitioner Brings Action to Vacate a Deed or Impress a Constructive Trust
by Stephen Bilkis
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Wife Brings Supreme Court Action Declaring Divorce Judgment Void
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Hears Case Regarding Domestic Relations Law
by Stephen Bilkis
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Petitioner Contends that Nassau County Police Violated Freedom Information Laws
by Stephen Bilkis
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Petitoner Files Regarding Juvenile Delinquency Matter
by Stephen Bilkis
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Respondent Claims Petition is Fatally Defective, Made Wholly on Information and Belief
by Stephen Bilkis
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Plaintiff Alleges Former Husband Comitted 3d Degree Assault
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Looks at Terms of Bond Held by Department of Social Services
by Stephen Bilkis
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Plaintiff Fails to State a Cause of Action
by Stephen Bilkis
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Petitioner Files for Divorce Based on Cruel and Inhumane Treatment
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Rules on Guardianship Proceeding
by Stephen Bilkis
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Petitioner Seeks Guardianship for Father
by Stephen Bilkis
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Petitioner Claims Respondent Failed to Provide Proper Services in Guardianship Case
by Stephen Bilkis
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Plaintiff Asks Court for Order for Protection for her Three Children
by Stephen Bilkis
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Plaintiff Brings Lawsuit over Eight Years of Attorneys Fees
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Rules on Petitioner’s Request for Tax Exempt Status
by Stephen Bilkis
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Plaintiff Brings Case Regarding Collateral Estoppel
by Stephen Bilkis
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Plaintiff Brings Motion to Renew Prior Motion to Dismiss
by Stephen Bilkis
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Plaintiff Brings Case Regarding Freedom of Information Act
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Listens to Case to Terminate Parental Rights
by Stephen Bilkis
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Motion Brought By Social Services Request DNA Testing
by Stephen Bilkis
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Plaintiff Alleges Negligent Care of Individual Who was in Care of the Defendant
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Weighs in on Reasonable Certainty Standard Regarding Evidence
by Stephen Bilkis
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Is Adopted Child Entitled to Trust Estate of Biological Parents?
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Discusses Complex Tax Issue
by Stephen Bilkis
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Plaintiff Files Motion for Intervention and Preliminary Injunction
by Stephen Bilkis
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Petitioner Requests Entry of Money Judgment
by Stephen Bilkis
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Petitioner Moves for Dismissal of Charges
by Stephen Bilkis
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Petitioners Contend with Complicated Adoption
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Resolve Case Regarding Interference With Visitation
by Stephen Bilkis
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Plaintiff has the burden to Establish Entitlement to Judgment
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Hears Unusual Family Law Case Involving Kidnapping
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Hears Disturbing Case of Abuse and Neglect
by Stephen Bilkis
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Plaintiff Contends that Defendant is in Contempt of Court
by Stephen Bilkis
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Wife Seeks Money From Defendant for Back Child Support
by Stephen Bilkis
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Foster Parent Seeks Reimbursement for Costs
by Stephen Bilkis
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Petitioner Challenges NY Financing Methods of Public Schools
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Looks at Issue Regarding Personal Jurisdiction
by Stephen Bilkis
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Petitioner Says Law Violates Equal Protection Clause
by Stephen Bilkis
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Petitioner Seeks Resolution Regardng Time Table for Election Law Cases
by Stephen Bilkis
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Respondent Contends Evidence Used Against Him was Incorrect
by Stephen Bilkis
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Petitioner Brings Lawsuit Regarding Licensing Issue
by Stephen Bilkis
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Judge Decides Case Where Child is Hurt at a Family Camp Out
by Stephen Bilkis
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Administrator of Children’s Services Brings Suit Regarding Placement of Child
by Stephen Bilkis
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ASC Brings Action Against Mother for Severe Abuse
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Decides Private Placement Adoption Action
by Stephen Bilkis
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Petition Alleges that Mother Unjustly Receives Public Assistance
by Stephen Bilkis
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Petitioner Claims that Jurisdiction is Fatally Defective
by Stephen Bilkis
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Defendant Claims Lack of Jurisdiction in Court Proceeding
by Stephen Bilkis
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Petitioner Moves for Order Granting Judgment
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Discusses Condemnation Proceedings
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Hears Guardianship Proceeding
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Decides Private Placement Adoption
by Stephen Bilkis
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Husband and Wife Dispute Separate Property
by Stephen Bilkis
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Interesting Case Regarding Invitro Fertilization
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Decides Child Neglect Case
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Rules on Hearsay Allegations
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Review Social Service Law
by Stephen Bilkis
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Petitioners Bring Case Regarding Food Stamp Benefits
by Stephen Bilkis
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Father Appeals Custody Hearing Awarding Custody to Grandparents
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Listens to Two Related Cases Pursuant to Social Services Law 384b
by Stephen Bilkis
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Defendant Contends The Court Has Insufficient Evidence
by Stephen Bilkis
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Petitioners Request Final Judgment
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Discusses Procedural History of Case
by Stephen Bilkis
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Patient Files Assistance Denial
by Stephen Bilkis
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Plaintiff Seeks Permanent Injunction
by Stephen Bilkis
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Plaintiff Claims There is No Triable Issue of Fact
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Looks at Order to Show Cause to Discontinue Medical Treatment
by Stephen Bilkis
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Petitioner Seeks Reimbursement of Social Assistance Left
by Stephen Bilkis
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Petitioner Brings Action for Preliminary Injuction
by Stephen Bilkis
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Respondent Engaged in Criminal Sex Acts With a Minor
by Stephen Bilkis
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Petitioner Requests That Court Appointed Attorney Be Relieved of Duties
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Looks at Determination by Board of Assessors
by Stephen Bilkis
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Parties Are Charged With Neglect of Their Child
by Stephen Bilkis
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Defendant Challenges the Legality of a Search
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Discusses the Issue of Equitable Estoppel in Paternity Proceeding
by Stephen Bilkis
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Respondent Claims that Plaintiff Failed to State a Cause of Action
by Stephen Bilkis
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Defendant Seeks TRO to Prevent Plaintiff From Filing Retirement Documents
by Stephen Bilkis
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Husband Seeks Equitable Distribution in Divorce Case
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Discusses Case Filed by Nassau County Social Services
by Stephen Bilkis
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Plaintiff seeks a Writ of Mandamus
by Stephen Bilkis
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Plaintiff Seeks an Order Annulling Social Security Judgment
by Stephen Bilkis
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Daughter Requests Sealing of Court Records
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Rules on Case Regarding Child Neglect
by Stephen Bilkis
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Plaintiffs Request Property Assessment
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Discusses Domestic Violence Charges
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Reviews Condemnation Proceeding
by Stephen Bilkis
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Plaintiff Seeks a Divorce on the Grounds of Inhumane Treatment
by Stephen Bilkis
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Petitioner Asserts Right to Counsel via Legal Aid
by Stephen Bilkis
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Petition Brings Case Requesting Relief Pursuant to Real Property Laws
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Discusses Child’s Eligibility for State Assistance Programs
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Discusses Outcome of Juvenile Hearing
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Decides of License for Foster Care Should be Revoked
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Decides Case Under Election Law Sec.330
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Decides Adoption Law Issue
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Decides to Appoint Natural Mother as Guardian to Start Obtaining Legal Residency for Kids
by Stephen Bilkis
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Plaintiff Asks Court for Leave to Serve Defendant via Publication
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Listens to Case Dealing with Judicial Economy
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Discusses Family Succession Rights
by Stephen Bilkis
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Petitioners Claim Previous Court Determinations Were Arbitrary and Capricious
by Stephen Bilkis
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Petitioners Seek to Renew a Motion to Dismiss
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Considers Summary Judgment Where There is No Issue of Material Fact
by Stephen Bilkis
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Petitioner Seeks to Modify Visitation
by Stephen Bilkis
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Respondent Seeks to Dismiss Proceedings
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Decides How Domicile of Claimant Effects Case
by Stephen Bilkis
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Plaintiff Seeks Reimbursement for Cost of Tuition for Foster Child
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Discusses Reasonable Doubt Regarding Evidence
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Decides Custody in Light of Sexual Abuse Allegations
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Discusses Application of Mental Hygiene Law
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Decides Complicated Neglect Case
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Discusses the Meaning of “Household” Under the Family Court Act
by Stephen Bilkis
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Family Court Deals with Firearm Issue
by Stephen Bilkis
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Nonparty Witness Moves for an Order to Quash Subpoena Duces Tecum
by Stephen Bilkis
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Defendants Seek Summary Judgment Pursuant to CPLR 3212
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Discusses Petition for Tax Exemption
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Discusses Mother’s Liability for Counsel Fees
by Stephen Bilkis
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Petitioner Contends Several Flaws with Court Trial
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Discusses Entitled of a Judgment According to Law
by Stephen Bilkis
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Plaintiff Seeks Summary Judgment
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Discusses “Operation Midway” Program
by Stephen Bilkis
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Issue in this Case Deals with Whether Plaintiff Can Pursue a Tax Certiorari Proceeding
by Stephen Bilkis
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Plaintiffs Move for a Preliminary Injunction
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Discusses Grand Jury Investigation Into the Sale of Children
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Listens to Case Dealing with Article 16 of the CPLR
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Enforces Judgment Regarding Maintenance
by Stephen Bilkis
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Plaintiff Brings Child Custody Proceeding
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Decides Neglect Proceeding
by Stephen Bilkis
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ASC files Suit Against Parents of Four for Neglect
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Decides Whether to Terminate Parental Rights
by Stephen Bilkis
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Petitioner Challenges Three Rulings from Dept. of Social Services
by Stephen Bilkis
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Plaintiff Brings Motion to Dismiss Family Case
by Stephen Bilkis
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Petitioner Seeks Modification of Child Support
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Discusses Handling of Deposition in Felony Delinquency Proceeding
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Considers Disposition of Child in Light of Being Born Addicted to Drugs
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Hears Argument in Child Support Proceeding
by Stephen Bilkis
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Mother Appeals Child Support Order
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Discusses Custody of Allegedly Abused Child
by Stephen Bilkis
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Father Imprisioned, Court Determines Custody as a Result
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Decides Grandparent Custody Case
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Listens to Two Child Neglect Proceedings
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Decides Child Custody in Light of Mentally Ill Respondent
by Stephen Bilkis
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Father Moves for Custody in Light of Mentally Ill Mother
by Stephen Bilkis
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Husband Claims Aandonment and Adultery in Divorce Proceeding
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Looks at Jurisdiction Issue in Divorce Proceeding
by Stephen Bilkis
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Father Seeks to Modify Restraining Order Against Him
by Stephen Bilkis
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Father Appeals Order Granting Sole Custody to Mother
by Stephen Bilkis
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Grandmother Seeks Visitation Rights
by Stephen Bilkis
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Father Seeks to Restrain Mother from Relocating Children
by Stephen Bilkis
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Father Claims Ex-Wife Willfully Prevented him from Exercising Visitation Rights
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Hears Combined Adoption and Visitation Proceeding
by Stephen Bilkis
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Father Fights for Custody of Eighteen Month Old
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Decides of Petition for Relocation Should be Granted
by Stephen Bilkis
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Appeals Court Decides if Trial Court Erred in Terminating Parental Rights
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Addresses Jurisdictional Issue
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Determines if it was an Error Awarding Sole Custody to Petitioner
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Decides if Memorandum Issued by Probation Board is Valid
by Stephen Bilkis
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court Decides Case Regarding Termination of Parental Rights
by Stephen Bilkis
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Petitioner Brings Motion to Consolidate Two Separate Divorce Actions
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Examines Jurisdiction Issue in Custody Proceeding
by Stephen Bilkis
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Plaintiff files for Order Directing Defendant to Leave Marital Home
by Stephen Bilkis
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petitioner Files an Order to Compel Support
by Stephen Bilkis
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Wife Opposes Husband’s Motion to Modify Child Support
by Stephen Bilkis
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The Issue in this Case is Whether Plaintiff Stated a Cause of Action
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Decides if Spousal Support and Alimony Should be Suspended Based on Denial of Visitation
by Stephen Bilkis
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Respondent Allegedly Fails to Comply with Separation Agreement
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Revisits Custody and Visitation Rights in Divorce Case
by Stephen Bilkis
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Petitioner Moves for Discontinuation of Child Support for Eighteen Year Old Child
by Stephen Bilkis
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Husband Moves to Terminate Wife’s Visitation Rights
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Decides if Petitioner and Respondent May be Subject to a Licensee Proceeding
by Stephen Bilkis
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Defendant Proposes to Dismiss Case Under DRL 230
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Decides if Support Payments Should be Terminated
by Stephen Bilkis
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Petitioner Moves for Suspension of Child Support Payments
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Denies Father’s Motion for Sole Custody
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Rules in Paternity Suit
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Looks at Whether Respondent may be Subject of a Summary Licensee Proceeding
by Stephen Bilkis
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Defendant Claims Lack of Subject Matter Jurisdiction
by Stephen Bilkis
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Wife Seeks Annullment of Marriage
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Decides Whether Child Support is Warranted
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Discusses Interim Custody Agreement
by Stephen Bilkis
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Husband Seeks a Downward Modification of Child Support
by Stephen Bilkis
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Public Assistance Denied to Pregnant Minor
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Discusses Right to Counsel in Civil Proceeding
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Discusses Concept of Equitable Estoppel
by Stephen Bilkis
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Father Requests Paternity Test
by Stephen Bilkis
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Petitioner Seeks to Modify Child Support Order
by Stephen Bilkis
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Court Decides Disposition of Family Residence
by Stephen Bilkis
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Family Court Discusses Subject Matter Jurisdiction
by Stephen Bilkis
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