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 [...]
Establishing that a parent is unfit can be a challenging and emotionally charged process. In custody cases, New York courts prioritize the child’s best interests, which includes evaluating the fitness of each parent. Proving a parent is unfit [...]
Child endangerment is a serious matter that can significantly impact custody arrangements. Courts in New York prioritize the safety and well-being of children, meaning any actions or behaviors that jeopardize a child’s welfare could result in [...]
Gaining full custody as a father in New York requires demonstrating to the court that it is in the child’s best interests to reside primarily with you. In custody cases, New York courts prioritize the child’s safety, stability, and emotional [...]