I am not impressed with what your L told you as it does not sound like she has much of a good record representing men in divorce cases. Maybe it all boils down to a broken New York court system and VAWA.

You have my upmost respect in remaining calm throughout the court appearance. I am afraid that I would have pulled an Al Pacinio "You're Out of Order" scene...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z48Y0sQzxxs

Do they seem to indicate that you will be finalized on Aug 3?

As always, you are leading your life with strength and honor.