Bronx Child Support Lawyer
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Our firm is prepared to help with any type of child support situation.
Whether you are a custodial or noncustodial parent with a child support
issue which needs to be resolved, we can help. In addition, we can assist
if you are trying to determine custody as part of a
divorce, in a
post-divorce situation, or as an unmarried parent in a
paternity case.
Attorney Michael King can advise you on all of the legal aspects regarding
child support in your situation and represent you in any court proceedings. Our firm focuses on family and divorce law exclusively, which means that
we are current and well-versed in case law and court procedure concerning
this issue.
Do I Qualify for Child Support?
Thousands of parents pay or receive child support across New York City,
but many people are still unaware of some basic facts of such as:
- Child support typically continues until the child is 21, unless the child
is married, in the military, or self-supporting before they turn 21
- The parent with legal custody is able to file for child support
- If you receive a support order, you have 30 days to file an Objection with
the court. The family judge will then decide what is best for the child.
Under New York law, parents are required to provide financial support for
their children until they are 21. Child support includes cash payments
based on one's income and the needs of the child, health insurance
or medical support for the child, payments for child care, and payments
for health care costs that may not be covered by health insurance.
Factors Determining the Amount of Support Paid
One of the most common questions asked by parents is how the court determines
the amount of support to be paid. The family judge will consider such
factors as:
- The emotional and physical needs of the child
- The financial resources of both parents
- The child’s standard of living before the divorce
- Any special needs the child may have
- Whether one parent has substantially less income than the other parent
- Whether the noncustodial parent is paying support for any other children
It is the duty of Family Courts to determine the amount of child support
payments that a noncustodial parent will be required to pay. If you have questions about your unique situation,
contact to discuss your case with an experienced Bronx child support attorney!
New York Child Support Guidelines
Standard guidelines are used by New York courts to determine child support
payments. These guidelines are based on the adjusted gross income of the
parent and the number of children involved. For those with an income exceeding
$130,000 annually, the court will decide whether or not to use the guidelines
and may consider additional factors in calculating child support.
New York maintains a Child Support Enforcement Program which has been established
to collect and distribute support payments, enforce child support orders,
and provide procedures to obtain court orders for child support.
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If you need help with this matter, our Bronx child support lawyer can represent
you in a legal resolution to ensure that your child receives the vital
financial support needed. Call for a free case evaluation!