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Will the New Year Mean Divorce for You?
December is often a time when we look back on the past year and think about what we want for the new year. If you’re having problems with your spouse, one thing you may be...
Is Income from a Trust Fund Used in Calculating Spousal or Child Support?
Under New York law, spousal support and child support are determined based on a statutory formula that looks at the income of both parties. When one party has a trust fund, an...
How Is Spousal Support and Child Support Determined When One Spouse is Self-Employed?
When couples divorce, often there are ongoing support obligations. One spouse may be entitled to spousal support or, if the couple has minor children, child support will be...
Do You Have to Pay Spousal Support If Your Ex-Spouse Is Living with Someone Else?
If you are paying alimony to your ex, it may frustrate you to find out he or she is now sharing a home with a new romantic partner. Typically, spousal support ends if the...
Can Buying Assets with a Trust Protect It from Equitable Distribution in Divorce?
Couples often come to marriage with some of their own assets and income. Once married, they may decide to combine their money into a joint account in which case it becomes...
New York Extends Child Support for Adults with Developmental Disabilities
Effective immediately, New York joins 40 other states in expanding the child support obligation of parents of developmentally disabled adults. Prior to this change, child support...