Legal Question in Family Law in New York

changing a childs name

my estranged spouse to whom I am still married has changed the name of our minor son. I am not allowed any visitation by her and now am required to pay child support. I didn't agree to the name change and I still want to see and speak to my child. What are my rights as far as the name change and what can I do about visitation/custody?


Asked on 5/15/07, 5:40 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Tracey Bloodsaw Law Office of Tracey A. Bloodsaw

Re: changing a childs name

You need to find out if was changed legally (in court). As for the custody/visitation you will need to file a petition in NYS if that's where the child lives. You are certainly entitled to visitation at least, unless there were incidents of abuse. You will need to hire a family law attorney to file the petition.

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Answered on 5/15/07, 5:50 pm


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