Modification of a Custody Order: Poor Parental Judgment
Nov 07, 2017
In determining custody, a court should consider if a parent has exhibited poor parental judgment. Poor parental judgment can take on a variety of forms but generally it consists of a parent placing hi...
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Modification of a Custody Order: False Allegations
Nov 07, 2017
Among the factors that a court will consider in determining a modification of custody is false or unsubstantiated allegations made against one parent by the other parent. Making False Allegations Agai...
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Best Interests Analysis: The Willingness to Foster a Relationship with the Other Parent
Nov 07, 2017
Particularly relevant to a best interests analysis in a custody modification matter is each parent's past performance and their willingness to foster a healthy relationship between the child and the o...
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Modification of Custody: Best Interests Analysis and the Totality of Circumstances
Nov 07, 2017
Upon finding a change of circumstances a judge is required to determine what custodial arrangement would promote the best interests of the child. To do this, a judge must consider the totality of the ...
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The Weight to be given to the Existing Order in a Modification Proceeding
Nov 07, 2017
A court will order the modification of a custody order only upon a showing of sufficient change in circumstances reflecting a real need for modification of the existing order to insure the continued b...
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Modification of a Custody Order
Oct 31, 2017
A court will order the modification of a custody order only upon a showing of sufficient change in circumstances reflecting a real need for modification of the existing order to insure the continued b...
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The Rights of Children
Oct 30, 2015
When discussing custody of children, the first consideration always should be the child or children. Children and Custody When discussing custody of children, the first consideration always should be...
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New York's New Maintenance Law
Sep 29, 2015
Our illustrious Governor has signed the new maintenance law this past Friday. The new Temporary Maintenance provisions included in this law will go into effect on October 25, 2015. The balance of th...
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Equitable Distribution of Property Analysis in New York: Part 1
Dec 02, 2014
In a New York matrimonial action the equitable distribution of property requires a four step analysis. This guide will examine the first two of these steps in order. Identification of Assets The firs...
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CUSTODY DETERMINATIONS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS CHILDREN IN NEW YORK
Nov 21, 2014
Custody cases in general are among the more difficult domestic relations cases. Custody cases that involve children with special needs are even more challenging for parents and attorneys. Special Nee...
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