A joint custody/child support trial was held
CPLR § 2307
New York County Family Court
The parties were married at a civil ceremony in New York
New York University Cancer Center
A.L. was diagnosed with low muscle tone at two months old. Mother took A.L. to physical therapy several days per week until she was approximately three years old. Physical therapy continued until A.L. was five or six years old. The condition eventually resolved. Mother credibly testified that A.L.’s current physical health is excellent. A.L. has attended private school since kindergarten. She is in the sixth grade at St. Joseph Hill Academy. A.L. started attending St. Joseph Hill Academy in the second grade. She attended Notre Dame Academy for kindergarten and first grade.
Mother returned to work part time at the VA Hospital when A.L. was seven years old. Mother continues to work one day per week on Fridays from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Occasionally, when available, Mother works additional days and shifts during the week. Mother earns $52.00 per hour. Mother’s parents stay with A.L. when Mother is working. A.L. is very close with her maternal grandparents and extended family.
In 2003, Mother was diagnosed with breast cancer. From 2003 through 2008, she was treated at the New York University Cancer Center. Father accompanied Mother to many of her treatments. Mother’s parents assisted with child care. Mother is currently in good physical health. She also credibly testified that she does not have any mental health issues.


