RLF Family Law

RLF Family Law RLF Family Law is a boutique Family and Divorce Law Firm in New York City. We guide, advocate and support our clients through challenged times.

Proudly serving clients in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Staten Island, and Queens

08/27/2026

⚖️ When Is The Best Time To Speak With A NYC Divorce Lawyer?

You don’t have to wait until you’re ready to file for divorce to speak with an attorney.

Meeting with an experienced NYC divorce lawyer early can give you an opportunity to better understand:

• Your rights under New York divorce law
• Your financial situation and potential asset division
• Child custody and support considerations
• The divorce process and what to expect
• The legal options available based on your circumstances

For professionals, business owners, and individuals with significant assets, early planning can be especially valuable when real estate, investments, executive compensation, or business interests are involved.

Speaking with an attorney is an opportunity to become informed, understand your options, and develop a strategy before deciding what your next step should be.

📞212-706-2001

🌐www.rlffamilylaw.com

📍Proudly serving clients in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Staten Island, and Queens

🔑Your Key to a Successful Resolution

📚 2 Communication Rules for NYC Co-Parents During the School YearBetween school schedules, extracurricular activities, h...
08/26/2026

📚 2 Communication Rules for NYC Co-Parents During the School Year

Between school schedules, extracurricular activities, homework, and unexpected changes, clear communication can make a meaningful difference for NYC co-parents.

Keeping conversations focused on your child and sharing important school updates promptly can help reduce misunderstandings between households and maintain greater consistency throughout the school year.

For divorced and separated parents in Manhattan and Brooklyn, a detailed parenting plan can establish clearer expectations around communication, school decisions, schedules, and other important responsibilities.

At RLF Family Law, we help NYC parents address custody and co-parenting matters with a legal strategy tailored to their family's circumstances.

📞212-706-2001

🌐www.rlffamilylaw.com

📍Proudly serving clients in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Staten Island, and Queens

🔑Your Key to a Successful Resolution

08/25/2026

👨‍👩‍👧 Can A Non-Biological Parent Request Custody Or Visitation In New York City?

In some circumstances, yes. Being a non-biological parent does not automatically mean that a person has no ability to seek custody or visitation in New York.

⚖️ Depending on the family’s circumstances, the court may consider factors such as:

• Whether the individual is a legal or adoptive parent
• The nature and history of the parent-child relationship
• Whether the parties intended and consented to raising the child together
• The individual circumstances surrounding the child’s family structure

Questions of parental standing can be particularly important for same-sex parents, unmarried parents, and families formed through assisted reproduction.

Every family is different. Understanding how New York law applies to your parental relationship can be an important first step toward protecting the bond you have built with your child.

📞212-706-2001

🌐www.rlffamilylaw.com

📍Proudly serving clients in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Staten Island, and Queens

🔑Your Key to a Successful Resolution

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08/24/2026

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08/24/2026

📘 Term of the Week: Extracurricular Expense Allocation

From sports and music lessons to camps and other activities, extracurricular expenses can add up throughout the year. For divorced or separated parents, determining who is responsible for these expenses can be an important part of a parenting or support arrangement.

⚽ In Manhattan and Brooklyn family law matters, responsibility for extracurricular expenses may depend on the terms of the parents’ agreement or court order and the circumstances of the case.

Having these responsibilities clearly addressed can help parents understand their financial obligations as their child’s activities and schedules evolve.

📞212-706-2001

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📍Proudly serving clients in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Staten Island, and Queens

🔑Your Key to a Successful Resolution

A substantial drop in income can make an existing child support obligation increasingly difficult to meet. Still, a pare...
08/21/2026

A substantial drop in income can make an existing child support obligation increasingly difficult to meet. Still, a parent generally cannot simply reduce or stop payments because their financial circumstances have changed. In New York, the parent seeking a downward modification bears the burden of proving grounds for modifying the existing order.

When the request is based on unemployment, the court may closely examine why the parent lost their job and what they did to find comparable employment afterward. A recent New York decision demonstrates how demanding that burden can be, as the court upheld the denial of a parent's request to reduce a monthly child support obligation

Learn More: https://www.nydivorceattorneyblog.com/new-york-court-examines-reduced-income-in-the-context-of-child-support/

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08/20/2026

🎒 Can Our Custody Schedule Be Changed Because Of A New School Schedule?

Yes, in some circumstances. As children grow, a parenting schedule that once worked may no longer fit their school-day routine, transportation needs, extracurricular activities, or other changing circumstances.

⚖️ In New York, parents may agree to adjust their parenting schedule. If they cannot agree and a court-ordered custody arrangement is involved, a parent seeking modification generally must show a sufficient change in circumstances, with any modification ultimately determined according to the child’s best interests.

A new school year may raise practical questions about:

• Pickups and drop-offs
• After-school activities
• Homework and school-night routines
• Transportation between households
• Each parent’s work schedule

Back-to-school season can be a good time to review whether your existing parenting arrangement continues to meet your child’s needs.

📞212-706-2001

🌐www.rlffamilylaw.com

📍Proudly serving clients in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Staten Island, and Queens

🔑Your Key to a Successful Resolution

📚 2 Ways to Keep Homework Consistent Across Two NYC HomesBack-to-school season can bring added challenges for NYC co-par...
08/19/2026

📚 2 Ways to Keep Homework Consistent Across Two NYC Homes

Back-to-school season can bring added challenges for NYC co-parents, especially when children are adjusting to schoolwork across two households.

Creating similar homework routines and keeping both parents informed through shared calendars or school portals can help maintain consistency throughout the school week. Clear expectations between homes can also reduce confusion and keep the focus where it belongs—on your child’s education.

For divorced and separated parents in Manhattan and Brooklyn, a well-structured parenting plan can address school schedules, responsibilities, decision-making, and other important details that affect everyday family life.

📞212-706-2001

🌐www.rlffamilylaw.com

📍Proudly serving clients in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Staten Island, and Queens

🔑Your Key to a Successful Resolution

08/18/2026

🎒 Who Makes Back-To-School Decisions After Divorce In NYC?

A new school year can bring important decisions about your child’s education, schedule, and activities—and after divorce, who gets to make those decisions often depends on your custody agreement or court order.

⚖️ Depending on the custody arrangement, parents may need to make major educational decisions together, including:

• School selection or changes
• Tutoring and academic support
• Extracurricular activities
• Transportation and after-school care
• Other significant educational needs

When parents share legal decision-making authority and cannot agree, a dispute may need to be resolved under the terms of their agreement or, when necessary, by the court based on the best interests of the child.

Reviewing your parenting agreement before the school year begins can help clarify responsibilities and keep the focus on your child’s education and stability.

📞212-706-2001

🌐www.rlffamilylaw.com

📍Proudly serving clients in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Staten Island, and Queens

🔑Your Key to a Successful Resolution

08/17/2026

📘 Term of the Week: Educational Expenses

Back-to-school season can bring significant expenses, from tuition and school fees to tutoring and other educational needs. When parents are divorced or separated, determining responsibility for these expenses can become an important part of a child support or parenting agreement.

In Manhattan and Brooklyn family law matters, the allocation of educational expenses may depend on the parents’ agreement, existing court orders, financial circumstances, and the specific needs of the child.

🎒 As the new school year begins, understanding how educational expenses are addressed can help parents prepare for their financial responsibilities.

📞212-706-2001

🌐www.rlffamilylaw.com

📍Proudly serving clients in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Staten Island, and Queens

🔑Your Key to a Successful Resolution

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