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Family Law

Domestic Violence Orders of Protection

Divorce
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An order of protection is a court order that is designed to stop violent and/or harassing behavior and to protect you and your children from an abuser. An order of protection can also force an abuser to stay away from you and your children and to have no communication with you. In NY, you can get an order in family court, criminal court, or supreme court.

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Health Care Proxy: Appointing Your Health Care Agent in New York State

Elder Law
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The New York Health Care Proxy Law allows you to appoint someone you trust – for example, a family member or close friend – to make health care decisions for you if you lose the ability to make decisions yourself.

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Getting Married in New York State

Family Law
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A couple who intends to be married in New York State must apply in person for a marriage license to any town or city clerk in the state. The application for a license must be signed by both the bride and groom in the presence of the town or city clerk.

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What Unwed Fathers Need to Know

Family Law
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The Putative Father Registry is a confidential registry (record) of fathers of children born out of wedlock. The registry maintains names and addresses of fathers who (1) filed a notice to claim paternity, (2) acknowledged paternity of the child, or (3) have been determined by a court to be the father of the child.

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What to Expect From an Adoption Attorney

Adoption
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By petitioning the Court, you are asking the judge to make the adoptive relationship final by issuing an order of adoption. You are highly encouraged to have an attorney prepare this petition, along with the additional supporting paperwork, and file the documents with the Court on your behalf.

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New York State Handbook for Relatives Raising Children

Adoption
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This handbook is dedicated to relatives who provide care for children in need of a safe, stable, and nurturing home. We realize it is not easy to raise children again, often at a moment’s notice or without much time to prepare. Thank you for your courage, your compassion, and your sense of responsibility. This handbook is for you.

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Child Support Enforcement

Family Law
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The child support enforcement program has legislative authority to collect overdue child support (arrears) and to obtain medical coverage through a variety of administrative procedures. Administrative procedures can be put into action without going to court.

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