Can my child support payment go directly to my daughter instead of her mother?

Child support is always paid to the residential parent. If your daughter does not reside with her mother, you should make an application to vacate...

My daughter is going to be 19 next month. She works full time and supports herself. Can I terminate child support?

You will have to refer to the emancipation provisions of your settlement agreement, which should have been incorporated into your Judgment of...

Is there any current arrears credit or reduction programs in New York?

Child support arrears cannot be reduced or forgiven, unless by written agreement of the parties. I would suggest you consult with an attorney.

What can I do if an employer is not deducting the correct amount of arrears?

I would suggest you take the court order to the Support Collection Unit office in Nassau County, to see if they can offer an explanation. If they...

How can i find out if my exes license is still suspended in NY

Criminal records are public records. You could check with the Nassau County Clerk in the District Court, to see if there are any outstanding...

You should seek to amend the birth certificate to include the father. The father should also file a petition in the Nassau County Family Court, to...

I can't see how I can pay alimony with no income, but if a judge forces me to pay from my half of my 401K, I'll die poor.

There are many issues in your case. I would strongly suggest that you consult with an attorney. There is a maintenance statute in New York state,...

Can someone have the amount towards arrears that’s being garnished from wages reduced?

A child support order can only be reduced if a modification petition is brought and is successful. You would have to have been served with notice...

If I obtain a order of protection on my ex spouse can I then sue him for legal fees bc he broke our divorce contract?

If your stipulation of settlement provides for counsel fees in the event of a default by a party, you can make an application for counsel fees.

Why does some lawyers say that just in case. I should file in family Court to stop my payments that SCU takes out.

You should file a Petition in the Family Court to vacate your child support obligation on the child's 21st birthday. When you appear in court, the...