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What You Need to Know About Spousal Support/Maintenance

Spousal support is an amount of money that the court orders one spouse to pay to the other spouse for his or her reasonable needs. Spousal support may be ordered even when spouses reside together....

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Have You Been Served with Documents From Housing Court or About an Eviction?

Finding a lawyer to represent you in a housing court case depends on three things: Can you afford to hire a lawyer? Does your zip code qualify you for free legal help? Are you the...

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Have You Received a Marshal’s Notice?

If you have received an eviction notice from a marshal, you are at risk of having your locks changed and your belongings removed.

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What You Need to Know About Family Court

Family Court deals with matters involving children and families.

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What You Need to Know About Domestic Violence and Consumer Debt

Debt is any money that you owe to someone else. It includes credit cards, medical bills, car loans, student loans, past due rent, utility bills, or anything else you have been unable to pay.

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What You Need to Know About Pre-School Special Education

To access special education for your 3-5 year old child, you need to make a referral to the Committee on Preschool Education in the school district where the child lives. Learn more about how to...

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What You Need to Know About School-Age Special Education

To access special education for a 5-22 year old child in public school, you need to make a referral to the principal or school psychologist. If your child attends private school, charter school, or is...

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What You Need to Know About Early Intervention Services

Early Intervention is a free program that provides services to children birth to age three who have developmental delays or disabilities. In New York City the program is run by the Department of Health and...

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What You Need to Know About Homeless Student Rights

The McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act protects the educational rights of students who are homeless. Learn more about the process and eligibility.

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What You Need to Know About Alternative Schools & High School Equivalency Degree Programs

The Department of Education (DOE) offers a variety of options for students who have not succeeded in traditional high school environments through Transfer Schools and District 79 Programs. Learn more below to see if you...