Understanding New York’s child custody laws can help you know what to expect when you head to family court. Refer to our blog to learn what factors are considered when determining child custody, why joint custody is generally the preferred choice of the court, how to modify an existing custody agreement, and much more.
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How to Relocate With Your Child After a Divorce in New York Moving to another town can be a problem when custody arrangements are involved. Talk to a lawyer before relocating to avoid legal issues. -
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Divorce Checklist: How to Prepare Financially for Divorce What are some of the ways you can prepare financially for a divorce? Brooklyn divorce and family law attorney, Ted Alatsas explains. -
Navigating the World of Child Custody During Quarantine in Coronavirus Quarantine and the Coronavirus have complicated many aspects of life, don't let custody add to that list. Here is a guide for how to navigate child custody rules while also taking safety precautions for coronavirus. -
How Moving Affects Joint Custody This article will address the question of how far can a parent move with joint custody and additional joint custody relocation considerations to keep in mind. -
Violating Child Custody Orders: What Parents Need to Know Here is some information about violating child custody orders, including what the police can do to help and the legal ramifications of this type of violation. -
How to Appeal a Child Custody Decision in Court Here is some information about how to appeal a child custody decision, as well as when this course of action may be taken and what to do if a judge is unfair based upon the facts of your case. -
The Tax Implications of Split Custody for a Qualifying Dependent This article will address the question of who claims a child on taxes with joint custody and other tax implications of split custody following a divorce. -
Tips for Creating a Child Visitation Schedule After a Divorce Here are some co-parenting schedule tips for outlining a child visitation plan that is in the best interest of your children. -
How to Get a Temporary Custody Order for a Child in an Emergency Situation This article will discuss emergency temporary child custody, including what evidence is needed to secure this type of custody, what the custody terms entail, and how a Brooklyn family law attorney can help. -
What Is a Character Reference Letter? This article will discuss the uses for a character reference letter for court and provide tips for writing one with the essential components to aid a defendant’s case. -
How to Handle Child Visitation as Part of Your Divorce Case Here’s what divorcing parents need to know about child visitation, including how to coordinate a visitation schedule and avoid a heated custody battle in front of the children.