Many New York parents have experience in dealing with child support issues after they have gone through a divorce. Although child support is intended to ensure both parents fulfill their financial responsibilities to their children, some may understandably be...
Month: December 2014
How do paternity issues affect a child support case?
The establishment of a legal relationship between an alleged father and child may be important in a child support case. It is important to note that even if a man is listed as the father of a child on a birth certificate, this does not necessarily establish the legal...
How New York courts determine the best interests of a child
There is no fixed definition for the legal principle known as the best interests of a child when the court is deciding on child custody in a divorce case. However, the best interests are generally regarded as the actions and services that best ensure that a child is...
Legal custody options in New York divorce cases
There are two types of legal custody that a court may award to the divorcing parents of a child. These are sole and joint legal custody, and before the court issues an order, each parent could make a case for the type of custody that they prefer. With sole legal...
How inherited funds are handled during property division
Before a New York judge can make a ruling about how to divide property in a divorce, a determination must be made about what property is subject to division. Any property that is deemed separate property will be exempt from property division because it is considered...
Legal representation during a high net worth divorce
Individuals who are going through a high net worth divorce in New York can stand to lose a lot if the proceedings are contested. With 35 years of experience handling high asset divorce cases, we are prepared to help you achieve the outcome you desire. One of the most...