Monthly Archives: April 2026
Contested Paternity in New York Family Law Cases
Paternity disputes can be complicated by the fact that there are multiple people claiming to have paternal rights. Even with the use of genetic testing, the New York courts prioritize the stability of the family for the child over biological facts. In this article, we’ll discuss a case where two men claimed to have… Read More »
False Allegations and Custody Decisions
In child custody cases, the question that the courts ask is: what’s best for the child? In New York, the “best interest of the child” standard reigns supreme. Here, the court examines the conduct, credibility, and ability of each parent to provide stability. In this article, the Westchester County, NY, family law attorneys will… Read More »
Equitable Does Not Mean Equal: Uneven Asset Distribution in New York Family Law Cases
In New York family law cases, the courts follow the principle of equitable distribution. This means that the marital estate may not be divided evenly between the two parties. In some cases, the court will award more of the marital estate to one party than the other. In this article, we’ll discuss a New… Read More »