Issues of child custody are often contested and disputed in the courtroom. Obviously, no one wants to go to court, so if you are going through a divorce with children involved, you may want to know, “Can I modify child custody out of court?” If you have further questions, contact Saratoga family law attorney Jean […]
Yearly Archives: 2019
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In the event of an ex-spouse monitoring your phone, you should contact law enforcement right away. Watch this video to learn more. Question: What should I do if I believe my ex-spouse is monitoring my phone? Answer: Electronic monitoring can be a form of stalking, and it’s illegal. If you believe that someone is monitoring […]
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Question: Our child support agreement says the father obligated to pay up to SUNY cap for our son’s college expenses. However, a lawyer told us that if our son took time off, the father’s legal obligation for half of the college expenses was over. Our son has never worked full-time. He lives with his friends […]
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In this video, our experienced Saratoga divorce attorney discusses what the courts will consider when calculating spousal maintenance in New York. Question: How is spousal maintenance calculated in New York? Answer: Spousal maintenance in New York is calculated with a statute. The statute has three different provisions for calculating support. Two of those provisions apply […]
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When two parents who have a contentious relationship decide to split, they often themselves in a heated child custody battle. This can put a lot of stress on everyone involved—particularly the children. Our experienced Saratoga child custody attorneys will make sure you and your soon-to-be ex-spouse are able to reach a peaceful negotiation and will […]
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In this video, our experienced family law attorney discusses what the courts will consider when calculating child support in New York. Question: How is child support calculated in New York? Answer: I get a lot of questions from clients regarding child support. One of the most popular questions is, “What am I going to pay […]
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Question: The custody agreement states I have my child 2 days per week and one extra dinner. Gradually over time I have more (2 days- 2 dinners; 3 days-2 dinners; then just 4 days total). In the last 4 weeks I’ve had my child 20/28 nights and extra dinners (5/7 per week). How long does […]
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Are you wondering who gets the house after a divorce? There are numerous factors that the courts will consider. Contact our office today for legal guidance. Question: Who will get the house after a divorce? Answer: I was recently asked a question about a long-term marriage in which the wife asked me the question of […]
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Negotiating a prenuptial agreement may not be the most romantic activity an engaged couple shares in, but for individuals with significant assets, it is a realistic and necessary precaution. You carry insurance for all the valuable assets you hold. A prenuptial arrangement is nothing more than marriage insurance. Jean M. Mahserjian, Esq., P.C. can help […]
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One of the most frequently asked questions we receive is, “When will child support payments end?” Watch this video to find out more information. Question: When will child support payments end? Answer: Most people think that child support ends at 18 but, in fact, the age of emancipation in New York is 21. It’s kind […]
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When a couple gets divorced, they will often be able to easily follow child custody and visitation arrangements. However, this can be complicated when one of the former spouses moves out of state. Here is some important information regarding out-of-state visitation arrangements. What to Do The most amicably settled divorce can be thrown into complete […]
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A spouse quitting a job after being served divorce papers will have no bearing on any future child support arrangements. Contact our office to learn more. Question: What should I do if my spouse quit their job after being served divorce papers? Answer: If your spouse quits his or her job after being served with […]