New York, NY asked in Divorce for New York

Q: How can I re-enroll our child to her previous high school without my spouse consent?

Our child was enrolled in a public highschool in the city I work/live but my spouse enrolled our child in her village (another county) during the pandemic. Our child wants to be re-enrolled in her previous highschool but my spouse is strongly opposed. We are running out of time since schools starts in 3 weeks, what are my legal options? Thank you for your advice.

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Lawrence Allen Weinreich
Lawrence Allen Weinreich
Answered
  • Garden City, NY
  • Licensed in New York

A: The parent who has custody makes the decision. Your only other option is to go to court to get a court order.

David Ivan Bliven
David Ivan Bliven
Answered
  • White Plains, NY
  • Licensed in New York

A: If you can't resolve the issue, then file for divorce. Then you can either negotiate the issue or file an order to show cause & get before the Judge for a ruling. Schedule a consult with a NYC Divorce Attorney for a full assessment.

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