Monthly Archives: October 2025
New York Court Addresses Downward Modification of Child Support Order
There are three grounds for child support modification in New York: Substantial change in circumstances – Either parent can request a modification (upward or downward) if there’s a significant unforeseen change since the original order. At least three years have passed since the original order or last modification – In that case, a parent… Read More »
New York Court Addresses the Revisiting of a Child Custody Order
You can revisit a child custody order in the State of New York, but you need to show that your circumstances have changed significantly, or the courts will refuse to hear your case. That’s precisely what happened in the case of Lubrico v. Lubrico, 213 A.D.3d 666 (2d Dep’t 2023). In this article, the… Read More »
New York Case Discusses Relocating with a Child
One of the most hotly contested issues is when a New York parent wants to move to another state or county with a minor child. New York courts must balance parental rights against the best interests of the child. In Tropea v. Tropea, the New York Court of Appeals provided a definitive framework and… Read More »
New York Court Addresses Standards for Modifying Child Support Payments
Are you looking to modify a child support order? It may be more difficult than you think. Child support orders in New York must balance the terms of parental agreements with the evolving needs of children. One of the more important cases in New York surrounding child support payments is Brescia v. Fitts. In… Read More »