By Tanya Helfand | Published May 7, 2020 | Posted in child support, children, Custody, Divorce, Family Law | Tagged Tags: child support, COVID-19, Divorce, family law, spousal support |
Many people have faced a job loss or reduction in income due the coronavirus pandemic. In such a case it might be difficult for an ex-spouse paying alimony or a parent sending child support to keep up with their obligation. As these orders are based on the financial circumstances that existed at the time they Read More
Read MoreIf your business or job is either permanently or temporarily affected by the Corona Virus crisis and you need a modification of support payment, either alimony or child support. We can help you at Helfand & Associates. Alimony and child support can be modified based upon a clear showing of change of circumstances. Results depend Read More
Read MoreDuring a crisis such as the COVID-19 pandemic, family becomes more important than ever, especially for children whose schedules have been disrupted by long-term school closures and the cancellation of other activities. Parents who are divorced or live apart for other reasons know the importance of maintaining healthy communication through difficult situations. Though this situation Read More
Read MoreMothers and fathers have a lot to consider when they conceive a child. Sometimes a couple is in an ongoing relationship like a marriage. Very often they are not. The child might be unexpected and the couple might be estranged. These are difficult circumstances for all involved, the mother, father, and the child. Under these Read More
Read MoreWhat happens if a party fails to follow provisions of a court order or Judgement of Divorce? An order, be it a consent order, a Judgment of Divorce incorporating a Property Settlement Agreement, or any order issued by a judge are all enforceable by law. Violation of an order can result in serious penalties. A Read More
Read MoreIn the State of New Jersey, divorced parents can be responsible for the costs of their children’s college. In addition to college costs, such as tuition, books, and application fees, child support may still be ordered for other items that are not directly college costs. Once a child goes away to college, the New Jersey Read More
Read MoreA FATHERS INFLUENCE HAS LIFELONG EFFECTS ON HIS CHILDREN. FATHERS ARE CONCERNED CAPABLE PARENTS AND MUST HAVE ADEQUATE CUSTODY AND PARENTING TIME. It is the father’s right to enjoy his children and it is his responsibility to provide guidance and attention to them. Child support is more than money payments, which alone do not meet Read More
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