Filing for divorce in New York can be an emotional and procedural challenge. From dividing property to determining child custody, the process involves both legal steps and personal decisions. Whether you are planning an uncontested separation or [...]
When determining the best interests of the child in custody cases, New York courts evaluate which arrangement will most promote the child’s health, safety, and emotional development, weighing multiple legal factors to ensure their welfare. They [...]
A smooth divorce in New York City hinges on avoiding common missteps that can derail settlements, drain assets, or jeopardize parental rights; recognizing pitfalls such as overlooking financial intricacies, letting emotions drive decisions, [...]
Ending a marriage is never a simple decision, but for many couples in New York, the first step is understanding the difference between legal separation and divorce. Both are formal processes with serious legal consequences, but they serve different [...]
Family circumstances rarely stay the same. A parent’s income may shift, a child’s needs may evolve, or one parent may plan to relocate. When that happens, a custody or child support order that once made sense may no longer serve the family’s [...]
In a bustling city like New York, car accidents are a common occurrence. Knowing what to do immediately after a collision can make a real difference in protecting your health and legal rights. From the moment the crash happens, each decision [...]
Divorce can be challenging, especially when it comes to dividing assets. One common concern is whether property or financial assets owned before marriage remain protected during divorce proceedings. In New York, the general rule is that premarital [...]
Divorce is a complex legal process that requires careful handling of financial matters, property division, and child custody arrangements. One common question divorcing couples ask is whether a single attorney can represent both spouses. In New [...]
Joint custody arrangements allow both parents to share responsibilities for their child, but this does not always mean that child support payments are unnecessary. In New York, child support is typically determined based on income, expenses, and the [...]