Sorry Frank but you need to get another opinion on the time with the kids thing. You spent over a YEAR on the stupid money stuff and now you are willing to roll over on custody?
Go see another lawyer. Also, there must be a father custody group in NY. We have one here. These groups know the latest about custody issues and fight for the 50-50. They can put you in touch with lawyers that specialize in that area.
I live in backwards Alabama, where women are sweet southern bells and fine mothers and men are dumb hicks. Yet I got a WAY BETTER schedule with my kids than what you are describing. Backwards AL versus liberal NY and you can't get liberal custody? Hard to believe.
Get other opinions my friend. You will regret it if you don't.
