Child Support and College Expenses Are you drawing up custody papers and wonder if child support and college expenses are bundled? Watch this video to learn how this can be avoided. Question: Does child support include college expenses? Answer: Child support in New York State includes several components. There’s basic child support, which is a…
Prenuptial Agreement Facts If you are in the process of getting married, it may be in your (or your spouse’s) best interest to sign a prenuptial agreement. Here are some basic prenuptial agreement facts that you can use to help make your decision. Prenuptial Agreement Facts | Protecting Separate Property Negotiating a prenuptial agreement may…
Forensic Evaluation Recommendations Are you unsure why your attorney is agreeing with the forensic evaluation recommendations? Jean Mahserjian explains why in this informative video. Question: Why should I trust the advice of the forensic child custody evaluator? Answer: After a forensic custody evaluation is completed, the evaluator writes a report. These reports can range from…
Considerations for Child Custody If you are going through divorce with children in New York State, you should be aware of the court’s considerations for child custody. Here is what you should know. Considerations for Child Custody | Legal Custody Separating or divorcing parents must determine how important decisions will be made for their children.…
Terminating Child Support Did your child just turn 21? Watch this video by our Saratoga family lawyer to learn how the state handles terminating child support payments. Question: How do I stop paying child support? Answer: In New York State, child support runs to the age of 21. What you do when your child is…
2019 Spousal Maintenance Tax Code Changes The 2019 spousal maintenance tax code changes affect anyone that pays spousal support. Watch this video to see how the law change affects your pocket book. Question: What changes occurred in 2019 for the spousal maintenance tax code? Answer: For about the last 75 years, spousal maintenance has been…
Role of a Mediator Divorce mediation is an alternative to litigation that can be less expensive and contentious. New York divorce mediation is a process whereby the parties work with a mediator or mediators who help them reach an agreement. A mediator does not decide matters for the parties or offer an opinion as to…
Modifying Child Support After Job Loss Did you get fired or laid off and now worried how you will afford child support? Watch this video to learn about modifying child support after job loss. Question: Can I change my child support payments if I lost my job? Answer: If you have lost your employment through…
Complicated Interstate Visitation 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 complicated interstate visitation arrangements. Complicated Interstate Visitation | What to Do The most…
Saving Money on Divorce Are you looking for help on saving money on divorce? Watch this video by our experienced Saratoga divorce Lawyer for the tips you need to pocket extra cash. Question: How can I save money on divorce costs? Answer: In my opinion, the best thing that someone can do to save money…
Thinking About Legal Separation? Thinking about legal separation? Couples who find it impossible to live in the same household but have an interest in maintaining their married status can file for legal separation. The dedicated legal separation lawyers at Jean M. Mahserjian, Esq., P.C., draft legal separation agreements that protect our clients’ interests during the…
Failing to Appear in Court Did the other parent of your child fail to appear in court? Watch this video to learn what family court will do if one party doesn’t show up. Question: What happens if the other parent fails to appear in family court? Answer: If you have filed a petition in family…