Question: My child turns 21 in a few months but still has two more years of college needed to achieve a Bachelor’s degree. If a child is a full-time college student, does child support obligation end at age 21 or continue until that child graduates? Download Our FREE Divorce Guide Answer: In NY, child support […]
Author Archives: Jean Mahserjian, Esq.
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Here are a few common questions about divorce that our clients often ask us during a consultation. If you are seeking divorce in New York State, please contact our experienced divorce attorneys today. Common Questions About Divorce | How Long Does a Divorce Take? The Office of Court Administration in New York publishes guidelines encouraging […]
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Are you afraid your going to miss a family court date? Watch this video about a missed child custody date to learn what can happen. Question: What happens if you missed your child custody court date? Answer: If you don’t show up to your family court custody hearing, the court will likely enter a default […]
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If you are seeking separation from your spouse, you may be wondering if there are different types of divorce available to you. You may file for a fault or no-fault divorce. If it’s the former, you will need to recognize one of New York’s grounds for divorce as a reason. Here is what you should […]
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Are you a parent who has been paying child support for many years? Watch this video to learn the answer to the question, does child support stop at 21? Question: Does child support automatically stop at the age of 21? Answer: Child support ends when a child emancipates, which can occur at age 21, or […]
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Question: I have court-ordered visitation of my daughter in New York. Her mother just picked up and moved her to New Jersey. I am also on court-ordered child support that I do pay. I’ve already went to file paperwork on her for leaving. I really need help. What can I do? Download Our FREE […]
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Some child support arrangements in New York State require the non-custodial parent to pay for their child’s college tuition. Our experienced divorce lawyers would be happy to answer any questions you might have on the subject. Contact our office today to speak with our knowledgeable family law attorneys. Here is what you need to know […]
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May
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Filing Divorce Papers Do you or a loved one need help filing divorce papers in Saratoga? Watch this video to find out what you need to do to get the process moving. Question: How do I file divorce papers? Answer: To commence an action for divorce in New York State, the first thing you have […]
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If you are in the process of going through a divorce and there are children involved, you will also be facing issues of child custody. Some child custody questions you might be asking include “Does my child have any say in custody?” and “Where do I file a petition?” Contact our experienced New York child […]
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Are you afraid that you lost your child forever because of extraordinary circumstances in custody? Watch this video to learn what you can do. Question: What are extraordinary circumstances in child custody? Answer: Generally, a parent’s right to a child is superior to all others. A non-parent must demonstrate what is called, “extraordinary circumstances” before […]
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QDRO stands for Qualified Domestic Relations Orders. Here is some important information explaining the QDRO process by our experienced Saratoga divorce attorneys. Explaining the QDRO Process | What is QDRO? When couples divorce, the assets they’ve reserved for retirement can be divided proportionally without tax liability under ERISA, the federal statute that regulates retirement benefits. Whether […]
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In New York State, there are two different types of divorce: contested and uncontested. While they bear the same legal result, the processes for each are very different. Contact our office today to speak with an experienced New York divorce attorney. Different Types of Divorce | Uncontested Divorce In an uncontested divorce, there is no […]