Divorce Lawyer Blog, Long Island, NY

Women Increasingly Likely to be Paying Spousal Support / Alimony to Men
In New York, spousal support in divorce is more often being paid by women than ever before. While headlines about the gender pay gap still abound, it is also true that women are beginning to see higher wages and higher earning jobs than in previous years. In fact,...

Women Increasingly Likely to be Paying Spousal Support to Men on Long Island
In New York, spousal support in divorce is more often being paid by women than ever before. While headlines about the gender pay gap still abound, it is also true that women are beginning to see higher wages and higher earning jobs than in previous years. In fact,...

How to Ensure Your Interests are Protected in Your Divorce on Long Island
Long Islanders who have any assets, whether modest or significant, are wise to consider the economic consequences of divorce on Long Island. Because divorce in New York nearly always results in a division of assets between spouses, it is important to have a plan for...

6 Tips for Proactive Parenting After Divorce on Long Island
Long Island families who have been faced with divorce quickly realize that, especially for children of divorce, adjusting to the new realities of family life can be challenging. Children are faced not only with the separating of their parents, but also changes to...

Second Marriage Success: What You Need to Know on Long Island
From my observations as a Long Island Divorce Mediator, I see that the main cause of divorce is trouble communicating. You might be aware that approximately half of marriages end in divorce, but what you may not know is that approximately 67 percent of second...

Divorce Effects on Retirement Plans on Long Island
Divorce Effects on Retirement Plans on Long Island Many Long Island residents find that their divorce has impacted their retirement plans. Many learn the hard way that the division of their assets in their divorce is forcing them to wait years longer than they...

Value of Prenuptial and Postnuptial Agreements on Long Island
Prenuptial Agreements and Postnuptial agreements can save Long Islanders a great deal of stress in the event of a divorce or breakup. A divorce and breakup represents one of the most difficult times in a Long Islander’s life. These events cut at the core of one’s life...

Confidentiality Clauses In Long Island Prenuptial Agreements
For a number of reasons, many Long Islanders choose to include confidentiality clauses in their prenuptial agreements. This is an important issue, particularly when there is a high net-worth or risk or negative publicity involved in the relationship. Anyone entering...

Long Island Divorce Lawyer Answers FAQs About Grandparents’ Rights
As an experienced Long Island Divorce Lawyer, I have seen that when children are caught in the middle of contentious divorces or situations, grandparents often become very concerned that their relationships with their grandchildren will be interrupted. In cases where...

Long Island Divorce Lawyer Offers Advice to Help Children through Divorce
As a Long Island Divorce Attorney I know that for parents, one of the most important points of focus in divorce is your children’s wellbeing. It is no secret that children suffer when their parents divorce, as it is a life changing event often surrounded by a lot of...

Long Island Divorce Lawyer Explains Debt & Foreclosure During Divorce
Long Island Divorce Lawyer Explains Debt & Foreclosure During DivorceAs an experienced Long Islanders divorce lawyer, I know those going through a divorce are eager to learn how their assets will be divided, but rarely consider what portion of the marital debt...

5 Tips for Choosing a Long Island Divorce Lawyer
As a Divorce Lawyer working with Long Island couples for many years, I know that divorce is often a confusing and stressful time that brings along with it many big and difficult decisions for those going through it. The decision of which divorce lawyer to hire is the...

5 Common Divorce Mistakes Long Islanders Make
When divorce is imminent, there is a lot at stake. Stress levels are often through the roof and people often act on emotions and end up making mistakes that will negatively affect their outcome. We have compiled a list of some common mistakes to avoid in your Long...

Long Island Divorce & Social Media: the Dos and Don’ts
As a divorce lawyer on Long Island, I often see the negative side of social media as it pertains to family law proceedings such as a divorce or child custody proceeding. Social media platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Snapchat are just a few of the...

Long Island Divorce Lawyer Explains Spousal Maintenance, AKA Alimony, in New York
As a Divorce Lawyer practicing on Long Island for many years, I have seen how New York laws on spousal maintenance have evolved over that time. You might find it hard to believe that, before 1980, New York had gender-based spousal support laws under which only wives...

How to Handle the Holidays After Your Divorce on Long Island
As the holiday season rolls around, Long Islanders facing divorce or separation or recently divorced are not having the festive season to which they had become accustomed. Many are still grieving their fond memories of holidays past as they learn to adapt to new...

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