Divorce Lawyer Blog, Long Island, NY
Is it Time to Change Your Long Island Divorce Attorney?
Many of our clients come to our Long Island Divorce & Family Law firm after beginning their divorce with another attorney. For one reason or another, they are unhappy with their present attorney and wish to make a change. This is a more common occurrence than you...
Advice for Co-Parenting After Your Long Island Divorce
Many of our clients look forward to the day they after their Long Island divorce is final and they no longer have to “deal with” their former spouse. What many do not realize is that, if you have children together, your former spouse is likely to be in your life for...
The ‘Gray Divorce’: Long Island Divorce in Your Later Years
Many people on Long Island consider divorce to be a “young man’s game.” There’s a certain logic to thinking that people will determine, or decide, after a few years of being married that they made a mistake or have grown apart from their partner. The reality, however,...
Long Island Spousal Maintenance (Alimony) Questions Answered
As experienced Long Island Divorce and Family Law Attorneys, some of the most often asked questions surround the issue of Spousal Maintenance or Alimony. Our clients are very concerned about this issue and routinely ask if they are entitled to it, will they be...
Answers to Financial Questions During Long Island Divorce
As experienced divorce attorneys on Long Island, we know that after you and your spouse have made the decision to divorce, it is likely that you will have many conversations regarding important topics within your marriage, including property allocation, child support...
What Is a Default Judgment for Divorce on Long Island?
Every now and again we will commence a divorce for a client on Long Island only to find that his or her spouse is unwilling to cooperate in the proceeding. A divorce in and of itself is stressful enough, but when an uncooperative spouse is added to the mix, most...
How to Handle Marital Debt During a Long Island Divorce
For many Long Island couples, the issue of debt in your divorce can be a highly contentious topic. While married, you may not consider the ramifications of the $30,000 in credit card debt that was racked up to keep your family afloat. However, once the word “divorce”...
Children of Same-Sex Couple are ‘Children of Marriage’ in NY
As discussed in previous Paternity blog posts, on Long Island, New York there exists a presumption of legitimacy for children born “of the marriage.” This means that any child born by the wife during the marriage will be presumed to be the husband’s child. Recently, a...
International Travel Concerns for Your Children During Your Long Island Divorce
With the winter recess upon us, many of our Long Island divorce clients have planned plan vacations with their children. For many, the winter recess time is a nice break from the stresses of work, school and your divorce. It’s a great time for you and your children to...
Why You Should Consider a Prenuptial Agreement on Long Island
We see many Long Island couples for whom the words “prenuptial agreement” make them squirm. It is our firm belief, however, that for those same couples, a prenuptial agreement is one of the smartest decisions they could make. Prenuptial agreements involve a less...
Who Is Responsible for Legal Fees in Long Island Divorce?
Most of our divorce and family law clients, and prospective clients, naturally are concerned about the legal fees for their Long Island Divorce. It is a topic that most clients are troubled about, especially when they expect to need to litigate their case in a Long...
What’s the Difference Between an Annulment & a Divorce on Long Island?
As a Long Island Divorce Lawyer, we often receive inquiries regarding marriage annulments and how they differ from a divorce. Put simply, rather than simply ending the marriage, an annulment has the legal effect of declaring the marriage null and void, basically...
How Parental Alienation Affects Your Kids on Long Island
Unfortunately, many of my Long Island Divorce and Family Court clients approach me regarding the important issue of Parental Alienation. These clients often feel that the other parent is dragging their children into the middle of the divorce unnecessarily and with...
What Are Void & Voidable Marriages on Long Island?
After years of practicing Divorce Law on Long Island, many clients ask us about the differences between void and voidable marriages. Below is an explanation of the terms, as well as some of the circumstances that would give rise to both. What’s the Difference...
Why Is Legal Separation a Popular Alternative to Divorce on Long Island?
As a Long Island Divorce Attorney with many years of practice in this field, many clients come to our Family Law firm seeking to learn more about Legal Separation. A Legal Separation is a very important option that should be discussed with your attorney before moving...
Why Is a Statement of Net Worth Important in a Long Island Divorce?
Why Is a Statement of Net Worth Important in a Long Island Divorce? As a Long Island Divorce Attorney who has met with countless clients and prospective clients during their complimentary consultations, I have seen people immediately intimidated by one of the key...
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