by Robert E. Hornberger, Esq | Last updated Feb 12, 2026
Home » Property Division, NY Never Delay Obtaining and Filing a QDRO After Divorce If your divorce settlement awards you a portion of your former spouse’s retirement account, a Qualified Domestic Relations Order (QDRO) is not optional paperwork; it is the legal...
by Robert E. Hornberger, Esq | Last updated Jul 29, 2026
Home » Property Division, NY Divorcing a Doctor, Lawyer, etc? How to Value Professional Practices in Divorce on Long Island, NY Quick Answer: License versus Practice Is a professional license marital property? A professional license or degree is not itself marital...
by Robert E. Hornberger, Esq | Last updated Jul 7, 2026
Home » Property Division, NY How To Find Hidden Cryptocurrency in Divorce Property & Asset Division on Long Island, NY Many spouses underestimate how easily cryptocurrency can be concealed during asset division in a high asset divorce on Long Island. It’s...
by Robert E. Hornberger, Esq | Last updated Jul 29, 2026
As a divorce lawyer and family law attorney practicing on Long Island for over 20 years, I’ve found that deciding what to do with the marital home during a divorce is one of the biggest financial choices our clients ever have to make. Should you sell, refinance, or buy out your spouse?
by Robert E. Hornberger, Esq | Last updated Aug 1, 2025
How to Find a QDRO Attorney or Lawyer Near You Key Takeaways: Research local attorneys who specialize in Qualified Domestic Relations Orders (QDRO) by searching online or through legal directories. Check state bar association websites for lists of certified family law...
by Robert E. Hornberger, Esq | Last updated Jul 31, 2025
When Does An Inheritance Become Marital Property in New York What to Know About Inheritance and Divorce in NY In New York, if you inherit something, it should be just yours even if you get divorced. But, if you mix it with things you and your spouse own together or...
by Robert E. Hornberger, Esq | Last updated Apr 17, 2025
Expert Divorce Guidance on Marital Property in New York Key Highlights of this Article on Marital Property in NY When it comes to splitting up stuff in a divorce, knowing the rules is super important in New York, where the courts use a principle known as equitable...
by Robert E. Hornberger, Esq | Last updated Apr 17, 2025
Maximize Your Divorce Settlement with Insights from a Seasoned Divorce Lawyer Navigating the complexities of divorce can be emotionally and financially draining for everyone involved. When it comes to maximizing your divorce settlement, seeking insights from a...
by Robert E. Hornberger, Esq | Last updated Jan 19, 2024
What Happens to a Timeshare in Divorce on Long Island, NY? You and your spouse may have made an investment in a timeshare for the promise of benefits like promoting an annual vacation and as an asset you could pass along to your children. However, when you’re going...
by Robert E. Hornberger, Esq | Last updated Apr 17, 2025
Ex Hiding Income? Get Spousal Support You Deserve in NY When you file for a divorce on Long Island, New York, the court may award spousal support to you. Typically, the spousal support comes from your spouse’s paycheck. The money paid is dependent on the salary...