Child Support Attorney in Port Jefferson Station

Family-Law-Only Firm. Nearly 40 Years of Experience Serving Suffolk County.

When child support is at stake, you need an attorney whose practice is built entirely around family law. At Kuhn & Sandler, PLLC, we focus solely on family law matters, including child support establishment, modification, and enforcement. Our founding attorney, Steven P. Kuhn, has practiced law for nearly 40 years, dedicating the last 29 to marriage and family law. Our office is located in Port Jefferson Station, and we represent individuals and families throughout Suffolk County, including those navigating Suffolk County Family Court proceedings.

We’ve assisted more than 3,000 individuals with family law matters across our years in practice. A free, confidential consultation is available to anyone ready to discuss their situation.

If you have questions about child support in Port Jefferson Station, contact Kuhn & Sandler, PLLC today at (631) 629-6874. We can walk you through your options in a free, no-obligation consultation.

Why Port Jefferson Station Families Choose Us

Our reputation in Suffolk County family law is built largely on referrals. Friends and families of former clients account for a meaningful share of the people who contact us, which reflects both the outcomes we work to achieve and the care we bring to each case. We’re known for negotiating favorable child support arrangements and are fully prepared to litigate when the other party takes an unreasonable position.

Our clients include lawyers, physicians, CPAs, and business owners, as well as local families across the North Shore of Long Island. Complex income situations and high-asset circumstances are familiar territory for us. Steven Kuhn holds a 10.0 Superb rating on Avvo and multi-year National Association of Distinguished Counsel recognition; Shawn Sandler earned National Association of Distinguished Counsel recognition in 2024. Client confidentiality is a priority throughout every engagement.

How New York Calculates Child Support

New York determines child support using the Child Support Standards Act (CSSA), a statutory formula that applies a fixed percentage of combined parental income based on the number of children involved. That percentage is applied after certain deductions, and the resulting obligation is divided between the parents in proportion to their respective shares of that combined income.

The formula provides a baseline, but courts also evaluate a broader set of factors before finalizing any order:

• Financial resources of each parent
• The child’s physical and emotional health, including any special needs or aptitudes
• Standard of living maintained during the marriage
• Educational requirements and ongoing special needs
• Tax consequences to each party and any substantial income disparity between the parents
• Whether the child receives public assistance

A court may deviate from the CSSA calculation when the formula amount would be unjust given the specific circumstances. Accurate, complete financial documentation, including income statements and tax returns, is essential to a fair child support determination on both sides.

Child Support Services We Provide in Port Jefferson Station

Our child support practice covers the full life cycle of a support matter. Whether you’re seeking an initial order, asking the court to revise an existing one, or trying to collect what’s owed, we can help.

Establishing a Support Order

We guide clients through the petition process in Suffolk County Family Court, from preparing the initial filing to presenting financial evidence at the hearing. We help compile income documentation, prior tax returns, and records of child-related expenses so the support calculation reflects your family’s actual financial picture.

Modification of Existing Orders

A child support order can be revisited when there’s a substantial change in circumstances. Job loss, a significant income change, a shift in custody arrangements, or a meaningful change in the child’s needs can all support a modification petition. We assist clients in filing with Suffolk County Family Court and assembling the documentation needed to demonstrate that change.

Enforcement When Payment Stops

When a non-custodial parent stops paying, New York offers several enforcement tools. Wage garnishment, bank account seizure, tax refund interception, license suspension, and contempt of court proceedings are all available remedies. A contempt finding requires proof of a valid existing order, a willful failure to pay, and proper notice to the defaulting parent. We advise clients on which enforcement path fits the facts and represent them through the process.

What to Expect During the Child Support Process

The process begins with filing a petition in Suffolk County Family Court that outlines the child’s financial needs and each parent’s income. Both parents must then submit complete financial disclosures. The court applies the CSSA formula, weighs the additional statutory factors, and issues or approves a support order. Hearings involve testimony, presentation of financial evidence, and often a period of settlement discussion before a judge rules. In New York, child support obligations generally continue until the child turns 21, unless the child becomes emancipated earlier through marriage, military service, financial self-sufficiency, or other recognized circumstances.

Schedule a Free Consultation With a Child Support Lawyer in Port Jefferson Station

Whether you’re establishing a new order, seeking a modification, or dealing with a parent who has stopped paying, Kuhn & Sandler, PLLC is ready to help. As a child support firm rooted in Port Jefferson Station, we bring local court familiarity and a family-law-only focus to every case. Consultations are available in person or by phone. We can discuss your situation, review your financial circumstances, and outline the legal options, documentation, and timelines that apply.

Call Kuhn & Sandler, PLLC at (631) 629-6874 or contact us online to schedule your free consultation with a child support attorney today.