Category Archives: Divorce
Taking Care Of Yourself During Divorce
Even when the process is conflict-free, divorce can still be emotionally draining. It can be easy to feel like there is no end in sight, regardless of how long it takes to finalize. However, it will be easier to navigate divorce – and everything that comes with it – if you work with the… Read More »
Moving Out Of The Family Home Prior To Divorce: Pros & Cons
Distribution of assets in divorce is a top concern for individuals who are both contemplating and already going through divorce. For most couples, their primary residence is their most valuable asset. For those also concerned about child custody, parenting schedules, and visitation, how a living situation is arranged prior to the divorce and any… Read More »
Fault, Bias, & Decision Making In Divorce
According to recent surveys, the most common reason that couples divorce is due to “unreasonable behavior,” but what does this mean, exactly? The definition varies based upon the individual and the circumstances, but the behaviors most frequently associated with the phrase include a lack of emotional support, secretive, financial debt, and drug, alcohol, or… Read More »
Getting Divorced With Children In New York
As divorce attorneys here in New York who assist clients with child custody, support, distribution of assets, spousal support, and more, we frequently receive questions concerning how divorce is affected or different when children are involved. While it is always possible for a couple to come to an amicable, uncontested agreement concerning issues like… Read More »
When One Parent Wants To Move Out Of State
As divorce attorneys who frequently assist clients with child custody here in New York, we regularly receive concerns from parents who have just found out that their ex has decided to move out of state. As a result, they are understandably panicked. Below, we discuss the different circumstances that can arise in these situations… Read More »
What To Know About Starting A Business During Marriage
As attorneys who assist our Rockland and Westchester communities with divorce and asset issues, including prenuptial agreements, we regularly receive questions about what will happen to a business that was started during a marriage. The Law in New York New York is what’s known as an ‘equitable distribution state,’ which means that, upon divorce,… Read More »