Monthly Archives: May 2025
What is a Conversion Divorce in New York State?
A conversion divorce is a divorce that proceeds from a legal separation. In other words, the couple has been legally separated for some amount of time, and then they finally decide to get a divorce. Once this happens, the separation is “converted” into a formal divorce that proceeds as it would in any other… Read More »
Allegations of Adultery in a New York Divorce
All divorces have grounds or reasons why the divorce is occurring. Some states only allow for no-fault grounds, while other states allow you to “blame” your spouse for the breakdown of the marriage. In New York, we have both no-fault and fault-based grounds for ending a marriage. One of the potential fault-based grounds is… Read More »
Am I Responsible for My Partner’s Student Loans During Divorce?
One question that we (as divorce attorneys) are frequently asked is whether or not one spouse is responsible for the other spouse’s student loans if they divorce. The answer to this question is: “it depends.” To answer this question, you need to know a little bit about New York’s equitable distribution laws. Understanding how… Read More »
Can I Appeal a Family Court Decision in New York State?
Yes, you can file an appeal if a judge makes a family court decision that you disagree with. To initiate the appeal, you must submit a Notice of Appeal and pay the required filing fee. The notice must include the names of the parties involved, the case number, and the grounds for the appeal…. Read More »