Brooklyn Divorce Attorney on Exclusive Use of the Marital Home: What You Need to Know
One of the most urgent issues that arises during a New York divorce is deciding who stays in the marital residence while the case is pending. This question, often referred to as exclusive use or occupancy, has a major impact on safety, stability, and day-to-day life. At Gilmer Law Firm PLLC, we...
Fighting Back Against Old Allegations in Family Offense Cases: Know Your Rights
If you’ve been served with a Family Court petition for an order of protection in New York, you may be shocked to find yourself defending against events that occurred months—or even years—ago. Many clients ask: Can someone really get an order of protection based on old or stale allegations?
Should I Take an Order of Protection Without Admission in Family Court or Go to Trial? Advice from a Brooklyn Order of Protection Attorney
If you’ve been served with a petition for an order of protection in New York Family Court, you may be presented with a difficult choice: should you agree to an order of protection “without admission” or should you demand a trial to fight the allegations? As a seasoned Brooklyn order of protection...
Understanding Pre-Trial Motions and Hearings in New York Juvenile Delinquency Proceedings
When a child is accused of a delinquent act in New York, they face a legal process that is both unique and high-stakes. Although juvenile delinquency cases are heard in Family Court under Article 3 of the Family Court Act, many of the procedures mirror adult criminal cases. Among the most critical...
Nicholson v. Scoppetta and the Rights of Domestic Violence Survivors in Brooklyn Family Court
Domestic violence cases in New York Family Court are complex — especially when the Administration for Children’s Services (ACS) becomes involved. One landmark case, Nicholson v. Scoppetta, 3 N.Y.3d 357 (2004), fundamentally changed how New York handles situations where a child witnesses domestic violence. For survivors in Brooklyn, NY, this case can...
Brooklyn Order of Protection Attorney – Legal Help for Family Offense Cases in New York
If you are involved in a Family Court matter involving domestic violence, harassment, or threats, it is essential to have a skilled and experienced Brooklyn Order of Protection Attorney on your side. Whether you are seeking protection as a victim or defending yourself against serious allegations, Gilmer Law Firm, PLLC provides strong,...
Do I Have a Right to a Hearing Before the Judge Limits My Visitation in a Brooklyn Family Court Article 10 Case?
When parents are accused of abuse or neglect in a Family Court proceeding in Brooklyn or throughout New York State under Article 10 of the Family Court Act, the impact can be swift and severe. Even before a trial is held, judges often issue orders which result in limiting or suspending visitation...
Establishing LGBTQ+ Parentage in New York: What the Matter of Sabastian N. Means for Non-Biological Parents
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In today’s evolving legal landscape, more New York families are formed through assisted reproduction, including same-sex couples and non-traditional parenting...
Understanding Human Trafficking: The Family Law Attorney’s Role in Representing Survivors
Gilmer Law Firm PLLC | Brooklyn, NY | 718-864-2011
Human trafficking is a hidden crisis taking place in every community—including right here in Brooklyn. Family law attorneys are often the first professionals to encounter signs of trafficking, especially in cases involving custody, orders of protection, or child neglect. Recognizing...
Can Name-Calling and Arguments Lead to an Order of Protection in New York Family Court?
At the Gilmer Law Firm, PLLC, located in Brooklyn, New York, we are often asked by clients whether a heated argument with a spouse or partner—particularly one involving name-calling, accusations of drinking, or shouting—can result in a Family Court order of protection. The short answer: not necessarily. While the court takes all...