Divorce Lawyer Blog, Long Island, NY
What Is a Divorce by Default Judgment on Long Island?
Divorces can play out in any number of ways. One of those is a default divorce or a default divorce judgment. Here's what you should know about this type of divorce and how you can get help legally dissolving your marriage. Default Judgement Divorces Explained There...
How to File a Long Island Divorce if Spouse is Out of State
If you're considering filing for divorce but your spouse lives out of state, the process can become trickier. Will you be able to file in New York, or will you have to divorce your spouse in another state? Here's what you need to know. Check the Residency Requirements...
What Will Happen to My Bank Accounts in My Divorce?
In the event of a divorce on Long Island, all of a couple's assets, property, and debts are divided between them in a process known as Equitable Distribution. Under New York law, this is done equitably, meaning fair but not necessarily equal. Here's what you need to...
What to Do When Spouse Won’t Sign Divorce Papers
If you've decided to get a divorce, your spouse has the option to refuse to sign the divorce papers when served. If they're completely missing in action, this may work in your favor. However, things can become significantly more complicated if your spouse's refusal to...
How to Fight Parental Alienation in Child Custody
Difficult child custody matters can take a turn for the worse when one parent begins to manipulate a child to dislike or even hate the other parent. This is called parental alienation and can be devastating for both the alienated parent and the child. It's estimated...
What Is Parental Alienation or Manipulation?
Parental alienation, or parental manipulation, is all too common in high-conflict divorces or child custody battles. Unfortunately, it's also devastating and can cause an irreparable breakdown of parent-child relationships. Here's what you need to know about parental...
Why Hire a Long Island Adoption Attorney?
Adopting a child is highly rewarding, but can also be an overwhelming and stressful process. If you're pursuing domestic or international adoption on Long Island, New York, it's important to work with an experienced professional who can help you navigate the...
7 Common Obstacles to Legal Adoption on Long Island
Like the birth of a new child, adoption can seem like a miracle for families, but for different reasons. Unfortunately, there are many barriers to adoption and the road to bringing home a child is long and difficult. As you are considering adoption to grow your...
7 Questions to Divorce or Legal Separation Decision
If you're considering ending your marriage, there are generally two options available on Long Island, NY: legal separation or divorce. While divorce may be your first inclination, especially when you're in the emotional first stages of deciding to end your marriage,...
How to Get the Most Out of Divorce Mediation
Divorce Mediation can be an excellent way to finalize your divorce if you and your ex-spouse are in agreement about some issues related to your separation and are willing to negotiate or reach a compromise on others. Find out if you need an attorney for your mediation...
Drug Testing Impact on Custody, Visitation in Long Island Family Court
If you're involved in a divorce, child custody, or child support case, drug testing may be involved either for yourself or your ex, or both. Here's what you need to know about why Long Island courts order drug tests, how they're conducted, and when you should reach...
How is Interstate Child Custody Handled on Long Island?
Child custody matters are difficult enough without adding distance to the mix. Unfortunately, many Long Island families must deal with exactly that. Navigating family legal issues when two parents live in different states requires a special set of rules that differ...
Robert E. Hornberger on Podcast Discusses Marital Residence
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5 Tips for Navigating Child Custody During School Breaks
“Timesharing” your children after a divorce can get dicey during school breaks and holidays. Work schedules shift, the kids are at home, and family events seem to occur every weekend (or more). Navigating child custody and visitation during this time can be...
Alimony / Spousal Support FAQ for Long Island
Frequently Asked Questions About Alimony or Spousal Support Alimony, also known as spousal support, is commonly ordered in a Long Island divorce. Here are answers to your most frequently asked questions about New York alimony: What is Alimony / Spousal Support?...
When Can You Stop Paying Alimony on Long Island?
Alimony, also called spousal support or spousal maintenance, is a payment made from the higher earning spouse to the lower earning spouse during and after a divorce. These payments are intended to help bridge the income gap while the lesser earning spouse learns to...
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