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 [...]
Child custody mediation allows parents to resolve disputes without going to court. It is intended to encourage cooperation and create a parenting plan that serves the child's best interests. However, what is said during mediation can significantly [...]
In custody disputes, fathers often feel at a disadvantage due to lingering misconceptions about parental roles. New York law, however, ensures that both parents have equal rights when it comes to child custody. Courts prioritize the child’s best [...]
In child custody disputes, many parents worry that being unemployed could lead to losing custody. However, in New York, the court’s primary concern is the best interests of the child rather than a parent’s employment status. At Levitsky Law Firm [...]