Monthly Archives: March 2026
High-Income Divorce and Spousal Support: How Alimony Works in New York State
In New York divorce cases, there is need for the court to make a just division of financial obligations between spouses who have different earning capacities. Spousal maintenance, also known as alimony, is applicable in these cases. Alimony is generally awarded to the spouse with the lower income and earning potential after the divorce…. Read More »
The New York Courts Address a Contested Custody Case
In New York, contested custody issues can be decided by the courts. In all cases, the courts will decide the matter on the basis of the best interests of the child. In this article, the Westchester County, NY, child custody attorneys at the Law Office of Robert S. Sunshine will discuss a real New… Read More »
Attorney’s Fees in New York Divorce Cases
In some cases, the court can order one party to pay the other’s legal fees. This happens rarely, but it does happen. Essentially, the court must establish that one party has a need and the other party has the ability to pay. In this article, the Rockland County family law attorneys at the Law… Read More »
Contested Alimony Awards in New York Divorce Cases
One of the most disputed issues in New York divorce cases is spousal maintenance, which is more commonly referred to as alimony. In cases where there is a lack of agreement on whether a spouse is entitled to spousal maintenance, how much they should receive, and for how long, it is up to the… Read More »
Contested Child Support Determinations in New York
Child support is one of the most commonly litigated issues in New York’s Family Court. Even in cases where custody and parenting time issues have been agreed upon, child support calculations, caps, and imputed income can lead to contested hearings and appeals. The most recent appellate decision demonstrates how New York courts review contested… Read More »