Child support payments are calculated based on each parent’s income, earning ability, and the amount of custodial time each parent has. For information regarding your parenting rights and child custody plan, contact a skilled Suffolk County child support lawyer today. What Types of Custody Exist? When a couple with shared…
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Generally states make divorce records open to the public. This can be seen as positive or negative depending on your stance. If privacy is important to you then you likely do not want the intimate details of your divorce available to anyone who may wonder about them. New York state…
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Many states require a waiting period between the time that a person files for divorce and when a hearing can take place. Luckily for New York couples, state law does not dictate any waiting period before a divorce can be finalized. With that being said several factors impact the length…
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Certain states have begun to require couples and families to attend mediation sessions before resorting to litigation. Mediation can be beneficial in divorce cases and child custody disputes. Speak with a Suffolk County family law attorney to discuss your options for dispute resolution. What is Mediation? Mediation is a dispute…
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Alimony may be awarded during some divorces to ensure that a lower-earning spouse is not left financially destitute after the marriage comes to an end. Divorced couples may wonder if alimony is permanent or how long the obligation will last. Spousal support laws will vary depending on the state you…
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