Child Support in New York

Ensuring Fair Financial Support for Your Children

Understanding Child Support in New York

New York follows the Child Support Standards Act (CSSA) to ensure children receive proper financial support from both parents. The law provides specific guidelines for calculating support based on parental income and the number of children.

Child Support Basics

  • Basic Child Support Percentage:
    • 17% for one child
    • 25% for two children
    • 29% for three children
    • 31% for four children
    • 35% for five or more children
  • Additional Expenses:
    • Healthcare and medical expenses
    • Educational costs
    • Childcare expenses
    • Extracurricular activities

Child Support Process

1

Filing the Petition

Submit a child support petition in Family Court or as part of a divorce proceeding.

2

Financial Disclosure

Both parents must provide detailed financial information, including income and expenses.

3

Support Calculation

The court calculates support using the CSSA guidelines and considering additional factors.

4

Court Hearing

Present evidence and arguments regarding support amount and special circumstances.

5

Support Order

Receive a detailed order specifying payment amounts, schedule, and methods.

6

Enforcement

Implement collection and enforcement mechanisms if necessary.

Key Considerations

Income Calculation

Determining all sources of parental income

Employment Changes

Handling job loss or income modifications

Medical Support

Coverage for healthcare expenses

Education Costs

Planning for educational expenses

How We Can Help

At the Law Office of Nazar Khan, we help parents navigate child support matters effectively:

  • Calculating appropriate support amounts
  • Preparing financial documentation
  • Negotiating support agreements
  • Modifying existing orders
  • Enforcing support obligations
  • Handling support violations
  • Addressing special circumstances
  • Resolving payment disputes

Secure Your Child's Financial Future

Schedule a consultation to discuss your child support case and ensure your children receive proper financial support.

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