Divorce can be intricate and difficult as it deals with various issues including emotions, money and the legal system. When individuals begin the divorce process, they typically want to understand a few important things. The main issues I’m asked about are the...
When I thought about writing you (a prospective client) a way to navigate through the beginnings of the divorce process, I felt that a brief outline might help… First, look for an attorney who has experienced all of the foreseeable issues in your case, such as: if...
Not all divorces are alike. A couple that has only been married for a year, for example, may have few joint assets (or few assets at all), which can make the financial part of divorce relatively simple compared to couples that have been together a long time and have...
People decide to file for divorce in New York for reasons ranging from financial misconduct to changes in religious beliefs. One of the most common reasons that people choose to end their marriages is infidelity. Although most traditional wedding ceremonies include a...
Real property represents a substantial financial investment and also some degree of liability. Property owners have to pay to maintain the edifices on their land and also need to carry insurance or install fencing to protect themselves from premises liability claims....
Dividing property is one of the most important things to do during a divorce. As a couple, the two of you have spent years accumulating assets and you have to decide how they should be split up. You may also have separate assets, and you want to make sure that they...
Divorces can be expensive. They have the potential to drag out for many months or years, too, making you spend more time with your attorney (which can add up to a lot more money). If you end up with a conflict with your spouse, then you could be looking at thousands...
You and your spouse collected art for many years during your marriage. You both enjoyed collecting new artists’ work and going to art auctions to see what you could buy. Now, your collection, you believe, is worth several million dollars. When your spouse told you...
When you and your spouse decided to get a divorce, you did so at that time because you thought your child was independent enough to understand the reasoning and to be happy with a custody schedule that allowed them some freedom. What you found instead was that your...
Divorce can be a complicated process, and some people make it harder for themselves than it needs to be. They set unachievable goals or make decisions that undercut their position when they go to court. They can also allow their emotions to dictate what they do. For...