Syracuse Child Support and Spousal Maintenance Attorney

At the Law Office of Beth A.S. Locastro, Esq., Attorney & Counselor at Law, we strive to obtain fair and just results that are based on your particular situation. In addition to initial determinations of spousal maintenance and child support, we handle modification issues that can arise.

To discuss your questions regarding child support and alimony, please call our office today at 315-579-0273 to schedule your free consultation with a lawyer. You may also fill out a contact form and someone from our firm will be in touch with you promptly.

How is child support determined?

Child support is determined by statutory guidelines. Attorney Beth Locastro provides knowledgeable help to her clients regarding this complicated statutory formula. She skillfully proceeds toward fair and just results that are based on each client's individual situation. Factors that are considered include the following:

• Financial resources/income of each parent
• Needs of the children
• Non-monetary contributions of non-custodial parent
• Visitation costs
• Other factors determine by the court

How is spousal support determined?

Spousal maintenance is sought when there is a significant difference in income. Unlike child support, spousal maintenance is not determined by statutory guidelines. Rather, it is based on factors such as the following:

• Financial needs of lesser-earning spouse
• Debt and expenses
• Person's ability to be self-supporting/earning capacity
• Length of the marriage

Our firm strives to make solid arguments to the court regarding the length of support, amount of support and need for support. We seek fair and just spousal maintenance payment amounts.

Support modifications

The Law Office of Beth A.S. Locastro, Esq., Attorney & Counselor at Law also handles support modification. The need for a change to support amounts often arises because of a substantial change in circumstances. These changes can include a substantial gain or loss in income, increased expenses for the children and involuntary unemployment or underemployment. For example, if it can be shown that the financial needs of the children are not being met based on the current support obligation, one party can request to have the amount modified.

If you would like to schedule your free consultation, please contact our firm today. Our office hours are Monday through Friday, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., with evening and weekend hours available by appointment.

The Law Office of Beth A.S. Locastro, Esq.,
Attorney & Counselor at Law
100 Kreischer Road
North Syracuse, NY 13212
Phone: 315-579-0273
Fax: 315-422-3259
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The Law Office of Beth A.S. Locastro, Esq., Attorney & Counselor at Law is located in Syracuse, New York and provides family law representation to clients in the cities of Syracuse, North Syracuse, Liverpool, Chittenango, Cicero, North Syracuse, Brewerton, Phoenix, Mexico, Manlius, Fayetteville and DeWitt.

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