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 in child support?” What I tell them is that child support is governed by the Child Support Standards Act in New York. The Child Support Standards is a set of guidelines for attorneys and the courts, as well as litigants that may not be represented, to figure out what the child support number will be. The way that it works is there are two parts. Part one is the basic child support obligation, which is based on your income. This is usually paid bi-weekly or monthly, depending on what the two parties agree on.
If you need help with calculating child support payments in New York, please contact our office today to consult with our experienced Saratoga child support attorneys.
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