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Child Support

Brooklyn Child Support Attorney

Under New York law, child support is set by standard guidelines. The factors that determine the amount of child support are the incomes of each parent and the number of children. Under the uniform guidelines, certain expenses, such as uninsured medical costs, extracurricular activities, child care and educational expenses will also be included in child support.

Judges have some discretion in setting child support amounts, and parents can even agree to a support level outside the guidelines, but the Court must be presented with compelling evidence that this is in the best interest of the children involved.

Angela Scarlato & Associates is an experienced family law firm that has represented clients in child support matters since 1985. We represent people in matters involving:

  • Determination of the correct child support level
  • Modifications in child support
  • Enforcement of child support orders
  • Collection of back child support
  • Paternity as it affects child support

Call 718.522.6118 or contact us online to arrange for a free consultation.

Achieving Your Child Support Goals

Our firm strongly believes that if you are receiving child support, you should receive all of the money the law requires. We also believe that if you are paying child support, you should not have to pay more than the law demands. Angela Scarlato & Associates can take action to obtain a modification in the required child support level on your behalf. In many situations, a modification can be obtained in timely manner and for a reasonable fee.

Child support issues can become complex. When a person responsible for paying child support is self-employed or is attempting to hide income, our firm can investigate the situation and take action to persuade the court to impute income for the purpose of calculating child support. We will seek to enforce the child support order if necessary.

For a free initial consultation with Angela Scarlato & Associates call 718.522.6118 or contact us online. Our firm represents clients in Brooklyn, and the other New York City boroughs.


Serving clients in all five boroughs of New York City, including Brooklyn, Queens, Manhattan, the Bronx, and Staten Island, as well as Long Island.

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