In NY, will child support be based on income or assets?

Child support calculations are based on income. Your savings and assets are only used in calculating child support to the extent you earn income...

Though I cannot tell from the facts you present how old your son is, or whether there is a court ordered custody and visitation agreement, much...

Will the court modify CS because my ex was fired for no wrong doing and accepted a job making a lot less?

Orders of child support may (not must) be modified if your ex can show that his income has decreased by more than 15%, provided that his reduction...

If no child support involved in a divorce what would be the negative legal issues if I left the country?

Leaving the country in the middle of a divorce action is probably not a good idea. The court has already obtained jurisdiction over you and if you...

My son is 18 year old, is it legal for him to request non-custodial parent to deposit his child support to his own bank account?

Child support is payable to you as the custodial parent, not directly to your son. Depending on the specific terms of your divorce settlement (if...

Can he contest a divorce once it’s finalized?

He can seek to vacate his default in the divorce action, which, if successful would allow him to reopen the divorce case.

I would urge you to consult with an experienced lawyer in New Zealand to discuss your options. I believe that if you meet the requirements for...

Yes, you meet the residency requirements to file for divorce or separation in New York. Assuming you want to file for a divorce or separation, you...

Yes, you can get a marriage license, and get married without any prenuptial agreement. There is no legal requirement of a prenuptial agreement to...

Can the properties that i am on title of be considered in the divorce proceedings for alimony?

Yes, you should list it on your statement of net worth as you are on the title. From what you state, it appears that it is separate property,...