Legal Question in Family Law in New York

Boyfriends Brothers

My boyfriend and i are trying to get custody of his 3 younger brothers. i wanted to know if we had a chance. they live a broke down barn, and there mother doesnt care about there well being. they've had DSI invoied many of times before. and court is coming up soon and i didnt want to get our hopes up. please write me back asap.


Asked on 8/31/03, 5:27 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys

Seth Kaufman Seth M. Kaufman

Re: Boyfriends Brothers

As you're probably aware, it's generally an uphill battle to win custody over children as against their parent(s), especially their mother. Indeed, because you are unrelated to the children, you don't even have legal standing to commence a proceeding. In order to assess your boyfriend's case, I need more specific information about him, the children and their parents. Feel free to have him call me at 212-367-9167 for a free consultation.

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Answered on 8/31/03, 5:56 pm
Andrew Nitzberg Andrew Nitzberg & Associates

Re: Boyfriends Brothers

It speaks very well for you and the people that you are that you are actively seeking to help the younger children. You have my respect and best wishes.

Whether you will win or not is tough for me to say on the very little information you have given to me here; but you may win.

First, the age of the chidren counts as well as your boyfriend's age ( the older the better). It would help if you were married to your boyfriend.

The report from child services will probably be the most important part of the case. have you reported child neglect/abuse so that a report is made on that specific issue? Make sure that is accomplished.

What is your career? Do you have childeren of your own? You must show yourself as someone who can capably care for children of this age and needs.

The court will decide whether it is in the best interest of the children to be with you, or the natural parents. Everything you do must be framed to address the 'best interest of the child'.

You are welcome to a consultation at no fee at my offices at 42 west 44th st., NY,NY. Please call for an appointment first. (646) 591-5786

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Answered on 8/31/03, 6:55 pm


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