by Robert E. Hornberger, Esq | Last updated Aug 5, 2026
Most people are surprised when they hear a divorce lawyer say this: not every struggling marriage needs to end in divorce. I’ve represented clients throughout Nassau and Suffolk counties for many years, and I can tell you something with certainty: many marriages that end in divorce could have been saved — if the right steps were taken early enough. Divorce can be necessary in some situations, absolutely. But before you take that step, there are five things worth trying first.
Many couples underestimate how taking targeted steps early can reverse patterns that lead to separation.
As an experienced Long Island divorce lawyer, this post will present you with five practical, lawyer-informed strategies you can use to repair communication, rebuild trust, set clear boundaries, and protect your legal position before you consider divorce.
by Robert E. Hornberger, Esq | Last updated Jul 30, 2026
When people think about divorce on Long Island, NY the first things that come to mind are often lawyers, paperwork, and court dates. But the truth is that divorce is never just a legal process. Divorce is also one of the most significant emotional and psychological transitions a person can face in their lifetime. Whether you’re contemplating legal separation, just beginning the divorce process, or already navigating its aftermath, the experience touches every part of your life: your identity, your relationships, your finances, and your sense of stability.
by Robert E. Hornberger, Esq | Last updated Jul 30, 2026
It’s an undisputed fact: divorce will no doubt reshape your finances. As a divorce attorney with over 20 years of experience practicing matrimonial law, I try to advise my Long Island clients in Nassau County and Suffolk County to take practical, actionable steps to rebuild their budget post-divorce, protect their retirement assets, manage their debt, and update their insurance and tax strategies. I lean on local resources and my legal experience so they can make informed choices about credit, investments, and when it makes sense to bring in a financial advisor or CPA to help you on your path to financial security.
by Robert E. Hornberger, Esq | Last updated May 7, 2025
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