by Robert E. Hornberger, Esq | Last updated Nov 11, 2024
Social Security Divorce Benefits Provide Financial Stability Navigating the complexities of Social Security divorce benefits can be a critical step toward achieving financial stability after a separation or divorce. For many individuals on Long Island, NY,... by Robert E. Hornberger, Esq | Last updated Jul 15, 2025
Why is Family Estate Planning So Important on Long Island, NY? Estate planning is the process of organizing your assets and deciding what happens to them when you pass away. While this is never an easy thing to think about, it is critically important for you to decide... by Robert E. Hornberger, Esq | Last updated Apr 8, 2022
How to Create an Estate Plan for Divorce Whether or not you own a lot of property after getting a divorce on Long Island, you should take the time to go over your estate plan, last will and testament, and most importantly, if property isn’t an issue, your powers... by Robert E. Hornberger, Esq | Last updated Apr 8, 2022
What Affect Does & Divorce Have on Probate & Intestate Succession? Getting a divorce is complex and involves managing multiple aspects of your current life and future at the same time. One of those things is what will happen to your property and assets in the... by Robert E. Hornberger, Esq | Last updated Aug 4, 2022
Why You Need Estate Planning Help When Getting Divorced If you are a middle-aged or older adult, chances are you have carefully planned for your future. If you are married, this generally involves planning for your spouse as well. You have likely created a will and... by Robert E. Hornberger, Esq | Last updated Feb 23, 2026
What You Need to Know About DROs and QDROs When you get married in New York, assets that you or your spouse obtain afterward the date of the marriage are considered marital property and are subject to equitable distribution laws. This includes retirement benefits. If... by Robert E. Hornberger, Esq | Last updated Apr 22, 2025
What Happens If My Spouse Dies Before Divorce is Final? The last thing you expect when filing for a Long Island divorce is that your spouse will pass away during the proceedings. However, this very nightmare is a reality for many New York residents. Although this is a... 
by Robert E. Hornberger, Esq | Last updated Apr 19, 2022
Long Island Divorce & Retirement Accounts — Who Gets Paid? Divorce can impact you financially, including your retirement accounts. For most people on Long Island, planning for retirement is largely guesswork. Although you’re putting part of your... 
by Robert E. Hornberger, Esq | Last updated Apr 19, 2022
How Your Long Island Divorce Can Affect Your Social Security For many Long Islanders, retirement benefits weigh heavily on their mind when going through a divorce. Long Island is an expensive place to live when you are in a two-income household, and the thought of... 
by Robert E. Hornberger, Esq | Last updated Apr 19, 2022
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