New York is the only jurisdiction in the United States that does not allow for no-fault divorce, which means that parties will be required to establish grounds for divorce before obtaining a divorce decree. If you have children, you will have to address child custody and child support matters. Joint custody is often the preferred arrangement, but this requires a willingness to work together to protect the best interests of the child.
Familial disputes such as divorce are often best resolved at the negotiating table rather than inside the courtroom. You know your family and your circumstances better than a judge ever could — and are better equipped to make the compromises necessary in any divorce. You know when you can compromise on visitation matters, or which family heirlooms you may be willing to sacrifice.
We can work effectively with opposing parties to reach favorable results.
When your family is at stake, it is important to have a strong advocate on your side. Contact our offices today to schedule a confidential consultation with one of our attorney.
We treat our clients with respect, we listen to their concerns with care and compassion, and we work with them to develop cost-effective solutions. Based upon your goals and the relevant law, we will help you develop an appropriate plan to reach a favorable resolution. We won’t waste your time or resources pursuing actions that will never generate results.
We handle a wide range of family law concerns, including:
- Divorce
- Child Support and Child Custody
- Visitation
- Paternity
- Alimony
- Property Division
- Prenuptial Agreements
- Post-divorce Modification and Enforcement
Child support
In New York, child support levels are established through statutory guidelines. Generally, the non-custodial parent will be expected to pay a set percentage of his or her income to the custodial parent. This percentage is based upon the number of children, with little concern for other factors that might seem relevant. Additionally, parents may be required to split certain costs, such as medical expenses, educational costs, and extracurricular activities.
Child custody
Child custody and visitation arrangements can vary widely, depending upon your individual circumstanc es. Unlike child support, there are no statutory guidelines to meet — so the child custody arrangements can be as creative as necessary to meet your needs. Joint custody is often the preferred arrangement, but this requires a willingness to work together to protect the best interests of the child.
Contact our offices today to schedule a confidential consultation.