As children grow into teenagers, their needs, interests, and lifestyles change significantly. This development can often necessitate changes to custody arrangements originally set when they were younger. Parents might need to modify these arrangements to better suit...
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Unpaid child support and property liens
Child support is a critical financial obligation that parents have towards their children. It helps ensure that children have the financial support they need to thrive and grow. When a parent fails to pay child support, it can have serious consequences. For example,...
Can a divorce improve your life?
Divorce often carries a stigma, depicted as a symbol of failure or loss. However, the positive outcomes of such a significant life change can surprise many. While the process can be challenging and filled with emotional ups and downs, the end of an unhappy marriage...
How is spousal support determined in New York?
During a divorce, one aspect that often requires careful consideration is spousal support. Also known as alimony, one spouse may have to provide this type of financial assistance to the other after a marriage has ended. Before ruling on spousal support, the court...
Who gets to keep the family home in a divorce?
Divorce can be a challenging process, especially when it comes to dividing complex assets. In particular, you and your spouse might be uncertain about what will happen to the family home. Figuring out who gets to keep the house can be a difficult challenge, often...
What are the pros and cons of a default divorce?
When one spouse files for divorce and the other does not respond within the given timeframe, a court may grant the request regardless. In legal terms, this is what one calls a default divorce. Before moving forward with this option, it is wise to remember that default...
Navigating the emotional rollercoaster of property division
Divorce is an emotionally challenging process, and one of the most complex aspects is property division. Beyond the legal and financial considerations, this process can trigger a whirlwind of emotions. If you are ending your marriage, it is helpful to explore the...
What is the NCP EIC?
According to MARCA, the average monthly child support in the U.S. is $430 as of 2022. Paying this money each month can often create a financial strain on a parent. However, it is an obligation a person must uphold. While many people do not pay their child support as...
The significance of a child’s preferences in custody decisions
In divorces involving child custody, the courts ponder various factors before they hand down their rulings. By following this protocol, they take the fairest path forward. Parents sometimes forget that the preferences of their children can influence the outcome....
Circumstances that affect divorce modification in New York
The modification of divorce agreements allows individuals to make changes to the terms and conditions of their divorce settlement. Life circumstances can evolve and modifications may be necessary to ensure that the agreement remains fair for both parties involved. It...

