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New Filing is permitted in NYC from May 25

Chief Administrative Judge Marks released a Memorandum today announcing that, beginning Monday, May 25, “e-filing through the NYSCEF system – including the filing of new non-essential matters – will be allowed in all five NYC boroughs (certain restrictions apply) Read the entire Memorandum here. If you contemplate filing for divorce…

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Late Child Support Payments and Eligibility for COVID-19 Financial Relief in New York

The COVID-19 pandemic has caused significant financial losses for many people. Thus, many parents who owe child support are late on making payments, and consequently, many parents who rely on child support are not receiving the payments they are owed. As many of the courts throughout the State are closed…

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How to Modify Child Support Due to Loss of Employment During COVID-19

The novel Coronavirus pandemic continues to spread across the U.S. A lot of states ordered nonessential businesses to close for some period, which causes significant financial losses for many of them.  Thousands of people lost their jobs as a result. U.S. Media reported that over 16 million Americans applied for unemployment benefits…

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COVID-19 Front Line Fighting Parents Face Custody Challenges

Those fighting on the front lines are now faced with additional challenges – custody of their children. Because medical providers, firefighters, and other essential workers are exposed to COVID-19 more than anyone else, they are now getting denied parental access to their children. Unfortunately, there is not enough guidance from…

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Virtual Operations Commence in New York Family Courts on Wednesday, March 25

The New York State court system has announced that beginning on Wednesday, March 25 and Thursday, March 26, it will provide critical emergency relief to the children and families. Such a decision was reached to reduce courtroom density and stem the spread of the Coronavirus. The New York City Family…

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COVID -19 – New York Court System – Administrative Order – Discovery

Rudyuk Law Fim will continue to update you on new developments and information in light of COVID-19 pandemic which affects divorce litigation and family law procedures in NYC. Last evening, New York State Unified Court System Chief Administrative Judge Lawrence K. Marks issued an administrative order outlining additional steps the…

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