Marital status has an impact on a father's rights, but not to the degree that many men assume. Unmarried fathers often worry that their relationships with their children are completely dependent on their relationship with the child's mother. They think she can deny...
Family Law
Custodial parents should not feel alone
Being a custodial parent, or the primary caregiver, is more common than many people realize. Many parents find themselves in this position due to various reasons, such as divorce, separation or the loss of a partner. Custodial parents need to know that they are not...
When can parents modify a New York custody order?
The terms outlined in a New York custody order have a profound impact on the family subject to the order. A custody order likely includes a specific breakdown of parenting time and decision-making responsibility for the adults. The terms of the custody order influence...
Can parental alienation affect child custody?
When you decided to divorce your spouse, you may have never wanted to see or speak with them again. Because the two of you share children, cutting your ex-spouse out of your life is not entirely possible. After all, for the benefit of your children, you must make...
When does child support end for New York families?
When parents of minor children separate, they still have mutual legal and financial obligations to their shared children. Divorced and separated parents in New York typically share parenting time and responsibility for their children. Often, that responsibility takes...
3 factors that influence custody cases in New York
The divorce process is often riddled with obstacles and challenges. But, the entire process can be specifically difficult when children are involved. This added area of concern can cause divorcing parents to stress over how the courts will divide custody time. The...
What should be included in our prenuptial agreement?
Becoming engaged and deciding to get married is one of the most joyous moments in a person’s life. But, completely intermingling your life with someone else can be somewhat nerve-wracking, especially if you own high-value and complex assets. Fortunately, engaged...
How can you secure custody as an unmarried father?
Fathers in New York in theory have the same rights to parenting time and authority as mothers do. However, they sometimes need to make extra effort to fulfill a parental role. A mother's relationship with a child is clear from birth, but a father will either need to...
Can you move out of state with your child post-divorce?
If you are divorcing, you may dream of moving from the area. If you share children, then making that move will not be so easy, especially if you wish to take the kids with you. You can only take your children to live out of state with the court’s permission. If your...
Is it time for you to officially change your custody order?
The creation of a custody order or parenting plan can be a lengthy, expensive and frustrating process. The more you disagree with your ex about the right way to split parenting time or how you should cooperate to raise your children, the more work it will take to...