by Robert E. Hornberger, Esq | Last updated Apr 7, 2022
Which Spouse Makes Parenting Decisions After Divorce? The state of New York holds that outside of extreme circumstances like domestic violence, both parents have the right to make important decisions about their child’s living arrangements, education, extracurricular...
by Robert E. Hornberger, Esq | Last updated Apr 19, 2022
Can I Move Away with My Children After Divorce? Divorce often puts families into financial and emotional upheaval. Even after all the financial and custody issues are settled, divorced couples with children are often dismayed to discover that they are not free to up...
by Robert E. Hornberger, Esq | Last updated Jun 6, 2023
Can NY’s Legal Marijuana Use Impact Child Custody? Recreational marijuana is taking the country by storm, and early in 2021, New York state lawmakers approved a bill that legalizes marijuana use for adults 21 and older. The new law is expected to usher in a new...
by Robert E. Hornberger, Esq | Last updated Jun 26, 2025
How to Protect Your Child from a Substance-Abusing Co-Parent Child custody matters in divorce are often wrought with emotion and are often simultaneously frustrating and heartbreaking. This is especially true when one parent struggles with addiction. When you need to...
by Robert E. Hornberger, Esq | Last updated Apr 19, 2022
What Are the Child’s Rights in a Long Island Divorce? Since children are often the ones who are impacted the most by divorce yet tend to suffer in silence, courts across the country are exploring implementing children’s bills of rights in divorce cases. Here are...
by Robert E. Hornberger, Esq | Last updated Apr 19, 2022
Can Older Children Choose Child Custody in Divorce? There are many important factors that go into determining child custody and visitation in New York. While a child’s wishes are heard and considered, especially if they are older, there are more levels of...
by Robert E. Hornberger, Esq | Last updated Nov 11, 2024
22 Key Child Custody Issues to Prepare For in Divorce Child custody and visitation are some of the most emotionally-wrought, sensitive issues when dissolving a marriage. Both parents want to ensure that remain an important part of their child or children’s lives and...
by Robert E. Hornberger, Esq | Last updated Apr 19, 2022
5 Red Flags to Look for In Your Child Custody Agreement Getting a divorce on Long Island is difficult enough, but when you’re dissolving your marriage (or an unmarried partnership) after having children, things can become much more complex. After your split,...
by Robert E. Hornberger, Esq | Last updated May 30, 2025
3 Tips for Managing Child Custody in Summer Summer is just around the corner, and some separated parents may be planning trips or vacations with their children, especially now that COVID-19 restrictions are easing. Summer activities are also very different from school...
by Robert E. Hornberger, Esq | Last updated Apr 22, 2025
How Is Child Custody Different for Unmarried Parents? Whether you are married or unmarried, ending your relationship is difficult. If you are unmarried and have children with your soon-to-be-ex, however, this can make the separation even more challenging. Read on to...
