Category Archives: Child Custody

Requesting a New Legal Guardian for Your Child

Requesting a New Legal Guardian for Your Child

Picking a legal guardian for your child after a divorce can be a difficult task. It can cause a lot of stress if the choice you made is not working out well. If you are interested in requesting a new legal guardian for your child, here is what you will need to know. Requesting a […]

Can I Move Forward with a Medical Appointment for My Son?

Can I Move Forward with a Medical Appointment for My Son

Question: I am in New York State. Last year I was awarded final say for all medical and health related issues for my two children. I recently went to two orthodontist consultations and my ex husband attended both. I picked one to visit and he picked the other. One orthodontist want to extract two of […]

Modifying Child Custody Out of Court

Modifying Child Custody Out of Court

If you are interested in modifying child custody out of court, contact our experienced attorneys today. We are here to help. Question: Will I have to go to court to modify a child custody arrangement? Answer: If you and your children’s other parent agree upon a change in custody, you may be able to implement […]

Child Custody Terms to Know

Child Custody Terms to Know

Divorce can be stressful time, especially if there are children involved. During this process, you will always want to look at the best interests of your children to make sure they are able to cope with such a drastic change. In New York State, the courts do the same when determining child custody—every decision is […]

Changing Guardianship

Changing Guardianship

In this video, our experienced attorney discusses changing guardianship of your child and what needs to be done to complete this process. Question:   How do I change guardianship of my child? Answer: If you and the other parent of your children have agreed that someone else will be taking guardianship of one of your […]

Child Doesn’t Want to Live with a Parent

Child Doesn't Want to Live with a Parent

If a child doesn’t want to live with a parent after a divorce, the courts may take this into account when deciding a custody arrangement. Question: Will the courts take a child’s preference into account? Answer: We’ve had a number of cases where a teenage child has expressed a desire to live with a non-parent, […]

Can I Modify Child Custody Out of Court?

Can I Modify Child Custody Out of Court

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 […]

Child Custody Battle

Child Custody Battle

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 […]

Child Custody and Relocation

Child Custody and Relocation

Are you thinking about moving to another state? If you are divorced and have kids, you may be wondering what New York State law has to say about child custody and relocation. Here is what you should be aware of. Child Custody and Relocation | Case Example Last week, I received a call from a […]

Can a Parent with Sole Custody of Their Children Move Out of State?

Can a Parent with Sole Custody of Their Children Move Out of State

Question: I have sole physical and legal custody of my children. The only other thing stated in my final order was that the biological father has the right to re-apply. He has had no contact for 3 years. He found out I was moving and re-filed. But I had already signed my lease in another […]

Custodial Parent Working Under the Table

Custodial Parent Working Under the Table

Is your child’s custodial parent working under the table? Watch this video to learn how off the books salary affects child support in New York. Question: How do I collect child support if the other parent gets paid under the table? Answer: When one of the parents is working off the books, it can be […]

Missed Child Custody Date

Missed Child Custody Date

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 […]