Parenting rights cases can be stressful, especially for fathers seeking custody or visitation. In New York, courts focus on the best interests of the child. Judges look at each parent’s actions, involvement, stability and ability to co-parent. Understanding common...
Starting a divorce requires more than filing documents with the court. You must also legally inform your spouse that a case has begun. New York law calls this formal notification "service of process." This part of due process gives your spouse official notice and an...
Parents often want to know exactly what monthly payments cover. In New York, courts follow the Child Support Standards Act (CSSA) to help provide children with a stable life. The law breaks these costs into three groups: basic needs, mandatory add-ons and...
