Divorce Lawyer Blog, Long Island, NY

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...

How to Handle Child Education Decisions After Divorce
It's common for ex-spouses co-parenting on Long Island to disagree about many aspects of raising their child post-divorce. When it comes to your child’s education, however, the stakes are raised because their long-term future may potentially be impacted. Here's how...

Can You Divorce Without Spouse’s Consent on Long Island?
Usually, both spouses are present during a divorce on Long Island. They negotiate property division, spousal maintenance, child custody, and other pertinent matters, and when the papers are signed by both parties, the divorce becomes final. However, not all divorces...

The Long Island Divorce Guide for Dads
Becoming a father is one of the most rewarding, fulfilling adventures for a man. Building a family can transform life in ways you never knew and shape you into an entirely new person. But what happens when the fairytale dissolves and you find yourself splitting ways...

I Can’t Afford Alimony — What Do I Do?
Alimony, often called spousal support or spousal maintenance, is a payment made from the higher-earning spouse to the other for the purpose of providing temporary financial assistance to a lesser-earning spouse during and after a divorce. Support payments typically...

Why Is My Long Island, NY Divorce So Expensive?
Divorces on Long Island are well-known for being expensive, but do you know why there’s this perception? Here's a review of what can increase the cost of your divorce, how you can keep your expenses down, and why the most commonly recommended way to cut divorce costs...

When Is Divorce Litigation the Best Option for Long Island Families?
A litigated divorce is the type of divorce most often seen in the media; those long, drawn-out court battles “to the death” that cost a fortune and end up tearing the family apart. Most divorce litigation cases aren’t dramatic, drawn out and expensive as those you see...

Before Choosing a Family Law Attorney or Divorce Lawyer
How to Select a Divorce Lawyer or Family Law Attorney on Long Island If you're considering getting divorced, working with a Long Island family law attorney or divorce lawyer is critical. Your attorney can be a great asset to you if you select the right one. Here's...

How to Divorce with a Special Needs Child on Long Island
Deciding to get a divorce is difficult, and sharing a special needs child with your ex-spouse can exacerbate every aspect of the situation. Here's how you can navigate dissolving your marriage when you have a child with special needs and how to get help protecting...

Does Being Self-Employed Affect Your Long Island Divorce?
Many people are concerned about their divorce affecting their job, however, the reverse is also frequently true. Your employment may impact your divorce in significant ways, particularly if you're self-employed. Here's what to expect if you own a business or otherwise...

How to Deal with Emotional Fallout of a Long Island Divorce
Divorce is an intensely emotional experience no matter what side of it you're on. Whether you initiated the divorce or not, you're going to have a myriad of feelings about ending your marriage. Here are some ways to cope with soaring emotional highs and deep lows....

Will Criminal Charges Affect Your Long Island Divorce?
Although criminal charges and family legal matters are handled in two different courts, they sometimes overlap. When they do, one may impact the other. Often, it's criminal charges incurred during a divorce that affect the divorce instead of vice versa. Find out how a...

How to Negotiate Your Long Island Child Custody and Visitation Schedule
If you are divorcing or ending a relationship and you have a child or children on Long Island, you’ll need to come to a consensus about how you and your ex can co-parent your child/ren together in a healthy, effective way that ultimately benefits the health,...

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