The informality surrounding this proceeding, from inception to conclusion, was tantamount to a denial of due process. The notice advising respondent of the instant application for an "upward modification" of a previously granted support order omitted the basis for such request; at the hearing colloquy was substituted for testimony; and the burden of proof was shifted from petitioner to respondent. Moreover, the trial court's decision is devoid of any statement of facts deemed...
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