Child Support Modification Guide

Summary

To seek a downward modification of child support in New York, you must demonstrate a significant change in circumstances, such as job loss, a substantial decrease in income, changes in the childs needs, or alterations in the non-custodial parents financial situation.

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Hi Mike! What type of legal issue are you facing?
Child support
Hey Mike! Are you looking for information on how to establish, modify, or enforce child support in New York?
downward modification
Hi Mike! To pursue a downward modification of child support in New York, you generally need to prove a significant change in circumstances, such as:
- Loss of employment or substantial decrease in income
- Change in the child's needs
- Changes in the non-custodial parent's financial situation
Do you have any specific change in circumstances you would like to discuss?