New York Child Support Attorney
The decision to divorce is monumental and will impact every aspect of life, including your financial situation. Some of the common questions we receive from potential and current clients inquiring about divorce hit on the financial implications and how child support cases play out in the state of New York. Unpacking state law can be complicated, which is why many individuals will hire legal representation to become informed and develop a strategy to guarantee the best possible outcome in matters concerning child support and child custody.
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Whether you are seeking a divorce or have never been married, you may wonder what child support refers to exactly and how much child support costs.
Child support refers to expenses that one parent pays another and can include health insurance, medical costs, educational expenses and childcare for the child. In many cases, the non-custodial parent pays child support payments to the custodial parent. The number of children that a couple shares will obviously impact the amount as well. Child support calculations are based on a percentage of how many children there are receiving support. That percentage is as follows; 17% for one child, 25% for two children, 29% for there children, 31% for four children and 35% for five or more children.
If you are looking for legal representation in a child support case, contact Stacey Pennetti, a New York based lawyer today to learn more. Regardless of your circumstances, she will fight for you and your children. She is ready to take your case and help develop a winning strategy.
Hiring a reputable and seasoned attorney who has handled cases involving family law, child support and child custody is one of the best decisions you can make in this long and complicated process.
You may be surprised to learn that child support does not end when the child is 18 years-old but instead 21years-old unless the child is legally emancipated. If you have children and are contemplating divorce or seeking child support from a prior relationship, it is vital that you understand the ins and outs of child support. It is important to know that there are many legal repercussions if you refuse or fail to make payments and decisions that are made by the courts can stay in place for years. With the help of a strong legal advocate, you can avoid many common mistakes made by folks navigating child support and child custody cases on their own.
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Clients unfamiliar with state law regarding child support bring us every type of question! A common question from higher earning parents is whether they can negotiate the amount for child support payments if their life circumstances have changed. If you find yourself no longer able to afford the child support payments set by the courts, enlisting the help of an attorney to file a modification of your support agreement is crucial. Many individuals navigating this process alone would not know the first step. Hiring a lawyer who will serve as a loyal, trusted, legal advocate for you will ensure you know your rights. For example, did you know that even if you are unable to make your child support payments, the custodial parent cannot deny you access to see your child if child custody grants you visitation? On the flip side, if you are a custodial parent who is not receiving payments, we can use the law to enforce a child support agreement that is not being observed by the other partner. Another common question we receive is whether child support is required if the two parents were never married. Yes, regardless of marital status, parents are financially responsible for the child even if he or she has little to no contact with the children. Each case is complex and nuanced, which is why having an attorney by your side is crucial for success.