Joint custody arrangements allow both parents to share responsibilities for their child, but this does not always mean that child support payments are unnecessary. In New York, child support is typically determined based on income, expenses, and the [...]
Child custody mediation allows parents to resolve disputes without going to court. It is intended to encourage cooperation and create a parenting plan that serves the child's best interests. However, what is said during mediation can significantly [...]
In custody disputes, fathers often feel at a disadvantage due to lingering misconceptions about parental roles. New York law, however, ensures that both parents have equal rights when it comes to child custody. Courts prioritize the child’s best [...]
In child custody disputes, many parents worry that being unemployed could lead to losing custody. However, in New York, the court’s primary concern is the best interests of the child rather than a parent’s employment status. At Levitsky Law Firm [...]
Establishing that a parent is unfit can be a challenging and emotionally charged process. In custody cases, New York courts prioritize the child’s best interests, which includes evaluating the fitness of each parent. Proving a parent is unfit [...]
Child endangerment is a serious matter that can significantly impact custody arrangements. Courts in New York prioritize the safety and well-being of children, meaning any actions or behaviors that jeopardize a child’s welfare could result in [...]
Gaining full custody as a father in New York requires demonstrating to the court that it is in the child’s best interests to reside primarily with you. In custody cases, New York courts prioritize the child’s safety, stability, and emotional [...]
Child custody disputes can be challenging, particularly when one parent is unemployed. While employment status is a factor courts in New York consider, it does not automatically disqualify a parent from gaining custody. The court’s primary focus [...]
Child custody disputes are among the most emotionally charged aspects of family law. In New York, courts prioritize the best interests of the child when making custody decisions. However, various factors can be used against a parent during this [...]