Family Law

Losing a job can quickly disrupt even a well-planned financial routine. Child support may become a pressing concern because the existing order usually continues despite a change in employment. If you recently became unemployed, you might wonder whether your monthly...

For many families in New York, child support payments do not necessarily end at a high school graduation. While state law orders parents to contribute to higher education expenses, judges may limit the contributions to the cost of a State University of New York (SUNY)...

Navigating the landscape of family court requires precision and a clear understanding of the law. Parents often face shifting financial realities that require an update to existing court orders. Is a child support modification the right path for your family? The...

Divorce can turn your family life upside down and questions about your children’s schooling can make that stress feel worse. Private tuition in New York often costs far more than typical child support, and fights over who pays for it can start quickly. Knowing how...

If your child has a disability, child support questions may continue after the usual end date. New York law allows courts to order support for certain adult children with developmental disabilities under specific rules. Knowing how these rules work helps you set clear...

Losing your job can create sudden financial stress, especially if you’re responsible for child support payments. In New York, courts recognize that financial situations can change and allow parents to request a modification. However, the process isn’t automatic, and...

Raising a child can be expensive, and financial support often makes a big difference. But what happens when the person caring for a child isn’t a biological or adoptive parent? In New York, nontraditional guardians—like grandparents, stepparents, or other...

Family law modifications are a common occurrence when circumstances change. In New York, one of the most significant factors that can prompt a modification to a custody, support, or visitation agreement is a change in a child's needs. Whether it's a shift in...

When determining child support obligations in New York, courts allow a credit for a parent who pays for a child’s health insurance. This deduction can significantly reduce the total support amount owed. Understanding how these deductions apply can help you better...

When you or your former partner remarry, you might wonder how it affects child support. While new marriages can bring financial changes, they don't automatically change support obligations. In New York, the law focuses on the child's needs and the parents' incomes....