How is NY child support calculated?

If New York State law is being used, for one child you would pay 17% of your adjusted gross income. "Adjusted gross income" mean all of your income...

If a father signs away his paternal rights on a 20 month old, does he still have to pay child support?

No, her ex-husband can't sign away his parental rights without your daughter's consent. He can request a DNA genetic marker test to determine...

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My daughter starts college next year.

What's in your agreement is usually referred to as the SUNY cap. Usually the clause will state that tuition, room and board are included. If your...

Child Support Modification , Dad Needs Justice !

If the only petition you filed is for downward modification, you will not be receiving any child support from your ex. You would have needed to...

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How can I stop paying child support for a child that isn't mine?

If you signed the birth certificate, you probably also signed an acknowledgment of paternity. The acknowledgment of paternity waived your right to...

Can I emancipate my 19 yr old son and terminate child support in NJ while he's attending college and living with me ?

You can file to terminate support, however where to file would depend upon the terms of the stipulation and where the divorce was granted. If the...

Which state will govern the emancipation age for child support NY or PA?

It is very rare for a separation agreement or divorce decree to make no mention of child support. If a child support clause is contained in the...

Can a child sue parent for child support/college tuition?

If you are 21 and your father has not previously agreed by way of court order or stipulation to pay for college for four years, you would have no...

Dad lied about his income in child support proceesings back in 2009 - what can i do?

If the father gave false information to the court, it would be a basis to vacate (this mean get rid of) the original order and make a new order...

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Can a parent formally disagree with the Court's recommended order for child support?

You should not file a motion for reconsideration (motion to reargue and renew) unless you also file an objection. The time for the filing of an...