Court Affirms Lesbian’s Duty to Pay Child Support

A New York state appellate court has upheld the decision that a woman must pay child support for a child borne by her former lesbian partner. Although the woman has neither biological nor adoptive ties to the child, but was considered a source of support for the child. It is likely that this decision would be made if the person was a man, so this is no different.    

Child support matters are difficult issues for anyone. When children are involved, you will want to proceed forward with your family law matter in a careful manner. You need to be prepared for a long process because child support is not always settled quickly if the two parties cannot come to an agreement. You can resolve this matter in a beneficial way if you ensure that your case is handled in the most beneficial way possible.

If you are going through a child support situation, it's in your best interest to have a family attorney on your side to protect your rights. An experienced family lawyer will know what to expect and how to handle various matters related to your case. You can trust an attorney to guide you through this process and settle this matter in the best way possible. Contact a family lawyer today to begin discussing your case and moving forward.