Modifying Child Support in New York
Issues regarding child and spousal support can take place both during and after a divorce. Child support issues also affect unmarried parents. Whatever your situation, you want to find a support plan suitable to your family's circumstances. At the law offices of Vergilis, Stenger, Roberts, Davis and Diamond, LLP, our lawyers protect the rights of parents throughout New York involved in child support disputes. As one of the largest firms in Dutchess County, we have the experience and resources to fight for you.
When determining child support, courts must adhere closely to the New York's child support guidelines. The first step in child support calculation is to determine each parent's gross income. Next, the court will then settle on the percentage of that income that must go to child support. Finally, the court will apportion a pro rata share of the child support to each parent.
There are certain instances when a court may deviate from the child support guidelines. We will make sure the court properly considers these guidelines when making your child support determination. Reasons to deviate from the guidelines include:
- Noncustodial parental arrangements
- Individuals with high incomes
- Special needs of children
Child Support Modifications and Enforcement in New York
Child support requirements frequently change after a judge finalizes a divorce. We represent and defend parents interested in child support modification or involved in enforcement actions. If there has been a significant change in your circumstance, the court could modify its original order for support.
Child support modifications are subject to a newly enacted law that greatly changes when a modification can be requested and under what circumstances. We can work with you to give you a full understanding of your rights under the new law.
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At Vergilis, Stenger, Roberts, Davis & Diamond, LLP, our New York family law attorneys are ready to help you fight to protect your interests in all child support modification and enforcement issues. Matters involving child custody, parenting time and child support are often emotional and frustrating for both parties. We treat your case with complete confidentiality, while being responsive and sensitive to your needs and concerns throughout your case. You will work directly with your lawyer, while remaining confident in the knowledge that your attorney will rely on the support and knowledge of a team of experienced family law attorneys. Contact us to arrange a consultation with one of our Wappingers Falls child support attorneys at a convenient office near you.
