Child Support Attorney
Serving Long Island, the City of New York, & Westchester County
If you have children with your spouse, the issue of child support will be addressed as part of the resolution of your matter, whether your case is settled or determined after a trial. Child support is typically paid by the non‑custodial parent to the custodial parent, to help maintain the standard of living that the child(ren) had before the divorce. In New York, the payment of child support is governed by the Child Support Standards Act, which provides for calculation of child support based on the parties' combined parental income (after deducting FICA and New York City Tax) and the number of children under the age of 21 unless otherwise emancipated pursuant to applicable law. While the court must apply the Child Support Standards Act to combined parental income of $154,000, the courts in New York may also apply the statutory formula to income well in excess of this sum. How far above the $154,000 income threshold court will apply the statutory formula depends on numerous factors, including, but not limited to, the reasonable needs of the child(ren) at issue. The attorneys at Jeffrey S. Schecter & Associates, P.C. are well-versed on the Child Support Standards Act, the manner in which it is applied, and the current trends of its application in the State.
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“I understand how much your establishment has done for me.”
I wanted to sincerely express my gratitude and thanks to you and Joey. I cannot tell you how much this has meant to my family and me. In the very beginning I was so scared and wasn’t sure how things were going to play out. Joey is very special, she went over and beyond assisting to my needs and continues still. I understand how much your establishment has done for me. Thanks, Jeffrey and Joey.- S.R. -
“I’m always very appreciative of the work you do to help me to win this case.”
Thank you for all you have done so far. I’m always very appreciative of the work you do to help me to win this case.- S.S. -
“Without her in my world, I am not sure where I would be today. I do know I am in a much better world because of her!”
Thank you for being so kind and understanding over the past few years while Joey handled my divorce. I appreciate all you and Joey have done for me, as a matter of fact, Joey has been and always will be my “My Rock”! She has an extraordinary handle on me, she has kept me grounded, sane, professional, informed, educated and taught me the importance to handle the marital conflicts with the utmost maturity, and kept me out of trouble with any frivolous charges my ex may have tried to put me in. I owe it all to Joey!!! Without her in my world, I am not sure where I would be today. I do know I am in a much better world because of her!!!- P.B. -
“I always knew you had my back and that was so reassuring for me.”
I can’t thank you enough for your support and help during this time. I always knew you had my back and that was so reassuring for me. I can’t say how pleased I am by only words. You made this process easier for me.- M.A. -
“I am so grateful for your help”
Thank you so much for your time, strength, knowledge and kindness. I just finished reading the motion you submitted. I am so grateful for your help. You did such an incredible job.It was terrific and I really appreciate all you have done. Wishing you all the best and hope you and your family are feeling and doing well. -
“Great Lawyer-Joey is smart and very calm”
Great Lawyer-Joey is smart and very calm. She is super professional and is very detail oriented and honest. I highly recommend her. -
“Excellent Attorney!!”
Excellent Attorney!! I highly recommend Attorney Michaels. She is sharp and prepares well for court. I was glad to have her on my side as she fought off the numerous and unfounded attacks of my ex with vigor and expertise. -
“Thanks for your really hard work and support”
Thanks for your really hard work and support, most of all, your compassion.- Allison
Enforcement of Child Support Orders
Unfortunately, occasions will arise where a party does not meet their child support obligations. The lawyers at Jeffrey S. Schecter & Associates, P.C. have handled numerous child support enforcement proceedings. Enforcement proceedings can have significant consequences and can result in the imposition of severe penalties on the party who has failed to make required child support payments. These penalties can include wage garnishments, entry of money judgments, suspension of driver's and/or professional licenses, and, potentially, incarceration. The penalties that a court may impose can also be a function of the court in which you pursue enforcement remedies. Our attorneys will guide you as to how best to pursue enforcement of child support owed to you and collect all monies that are due.
