Pro Bono Legal Services · New York City
You have rights.
We're here to help.
Free, confidential pro bono legal services for custodial parents on Staten Island.
How we help
We turn court orders into real support.
If you have a child support order and the other parent isn't paying, you don't have to face Family Court alone. Our attorneys represent you at no cost.
File enforcement petitions
We prepare and file violation petitions in Richmond County Family Court and stand beside you at every appearance.
Collect what's owed
We pursue money judgments on unpaid arrears — judgments that accrue interest until every dollar is paid.
Hold nonpayers accountable
When nonpayment is willful, the law has teeth: license suspension, wage garnishment, and in serious cases, jail.
Keep services free
New York law allows courts to order the nonpaying parent to cover attorney's fees. Those recovered fees fund our work — you never pay a dime.
Do I qualify?
You may qualify for free representation if all four of these are true:
- 1You live on Staten Island (Richmond County).
- 2You already have a court order awarding you child support.
- 3The other parent is at least 90 days behind on payments.
- 4Your household income is at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Level.
Check in under a minute
Answer four quick questions. Your answers are confidential and are not saved until you submit an application.
Who we help
We serve custodial parents on Staten Island.
- Custodial parents in Richmond County
- Low-income families who cannot afford an attorney
- Parents with existing child support orders that are not being enforced
- Single parents navigating the family court system
- Staten Island families in need of free legal support
Ready to get the support your child deserves?
Our services are free, confidential, and there's no obligation. You don't have to navigate the legal system alone.
Free · Confidential · No obligation