Affording Child and Spousal Support Payments in Manhattan

What if I am unable to afford my payments?

If you are unable to afford the child support or spousal support payments the court has ordered you to make, it is vital that you take appropriate action immediately.  You should work with a Manhattan divorce attorney in order to operate in alignment with your legal responsibilities in such a situation.  Failure to do so can lead to a variety of severe consequences.  Your wages may be garnished, liens may be placed on your property, and your tax refund may even be intercepted.  There are other significant financial actions which can be taken against you.  Beyond that, certain licenses may be suspended and you may face further legal action.

Simply ignoring the situation or hoping it will resolve itself will do nothing to protect you from the ramifications of non-payment.  The court cannot be aware of your inability to pay unless you formally make this known, in which case there are certain options available which may assist you.  You can apply for a modification of court orders if circumstances, such as a lost job or serious illness, have affected your income and ability to pay.  Any change in circumstance regarding you, your ex-spouse or your children, does not automatically alter your support obligations.  This matter must be addressed through the court in order to avoid serious trouble.

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The Kepanis Law Firm attorneys are available to help you in this difficult situation.  While you may genuinely desire to be able to offer more assistance or feel embarrassed as to your predicament, they understand what you are going through and will do all they can to help.  Even if wage garnishment, income execution or the like has already been executed against you, it's not too late to take action.

Contact a Manhattan divorce lawyer if you are having trouble paying child support or spousal support.