Manhattan Child Support Lawyer
Ensuring Your Child’s Financial Well-Being in New York City
When you are in the middle of a
divorce proceeding and have children, the issue of child support is inevitable.
In New York, both parents are required to contribute to the financial
well-being of their children. Whether your divorce is being settled out-of-court
or through litigation, it is important to get the advice of a New York
City child support lawyer with extensive experience in child support matters.
At Goldweber Epstein LLP, we have been handling child support cases in Manhattan and its surrounding areas for over three decades. Our team of competent attorneys can help you with the computation and enforcement of your child support agreements.
Submit an online contact form or call our firm at (917) 809-7669 to schedule a consultation!
Advocating Your Child’s Best Interest
There are numerous factors that need to be considered in determining the exact amount of child support payments.
- Some of these factors include:
- Health insurance for the children
- Medical expenses
- Childcare costs
- Other various expenses
As your Manhattan child support attorneys, we can help you understand your rights as well as your children’s and fully explain to you the computation process of child support.
Determining the Amount of Child Support Payment
The court determines the amount of child support by basing it on a percentage of parents' income.
- Here are the typical percentages most parents pay in child support:
- 17 percent if you have one child
- 25 percent if you have children
- 29 percent if you have children
- 31 percent if you have children
- At least 35 percent if you have five or more children
Keep in mind that these figures are only a reference and several other factors can come into play when determining the exact amount of your child support.
If you are fighting for a fair child support agreement, it's imperative that you contact our team of Manhattan child support attorneys now. We're prepared to fight for what is best for your children and their future.
Call our Manhattan child support lawyers today at (917) 809-7669 or contact us online to discuss how we can help with your case!