Child support ensures your children maintain their standard of living after divorce. Our attorneys navigate New York's complex support guidelines to secure fair arrangements that meet your children's needs while protecting your financial stability.
Calculate both parents' gross income from all sources
Use guideline percentages based on number of children
Include childcare, medical, and educational costs
Adjust for special circumstances or high income
Court reviews and approves support amount
Uncovering unreported earnings or assets
Determining true income for business owners
When parent is voluntarily unemployed
Support above the statutory cap
Whether establishing initial support, seeking modifications, or enforcing existing orders, we ensure your children receive the financial support they deserve. Our attorneys combine detailed financial analysis with aggressive advocacy to achieve optimal outcomes.
New York uses a percentage of combined parental income: 17% for one child, 25% for two, 29% for three, 31% for four, and 35% for five or more children, applied to combined income up to $163,000.
Yes, support can be modified when there's a substantial change in circumstances, such as a 15% change in income, job loss, changes in custody, or after three years.
We can pursue enforcement through wage garnishment, asset liens, license suspension, and contempt proceedings. The Support Collection Unit can also assist with enforcement.
In New York, courts can order parents to contribute to college expenses, considering factors like parents' financial resources and the child's academic ability.
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