Child Custody Forms in Uncontested Divorce: Complete NYC Guide
When children are involved in your uncontested divorce, several additional forms ensure their best interests are protected.
Required Child Custody Documents
1. Parenting Plan
The most critical document outlining all child-related arrangements including legal custody, physical custody, residential schedule, holiday schedule, and decision-making authority.
2. Child Support Worksheet
Official calculation using NY Child Support Standards Act. Required even if you agree on amount.
3. Child Support Affidavit
Sworn statement confirming support amount agreed upon and calculation follows NY guidelines.
Creating a Comprehensive Parenting Plan
Legal Custody
- Joint Legal Custody: Both parents make major decisions together
- Sole Legal Custody: One parent makes all major decisions
Physical Custody Arrangements
- Primary Physical Custody: Child lives primarily with one parent
- Joint Physical Custody: Child splits time between homes
NY Child Support Calculation
NY uses income shares model with these percentages:
- 17% for one child
- 25% for two children
- 29% for three children
- 31% for four children
- 35% for five or more children
Additional Provisions
- Health insurance coverage
- Uncovered medical expenses
- College expense provisions
- Life insurance requirements
- Tax exemptions
Creating a comprehensive parenting plan protects your children. Our NYC family law attorneys can help. Contact us.