Most people in Nassau County and Suffolk County, Long Island, NY find Do It Yourself (DIY) divorce appealing for the cost savings. In this post I’ll explain what you need to consider when handling your divorce yourself so you can decide if that makes sense for your situation versus when you should hire an experienced Long Island divorce law firm.

All divorce proceedings, especially those involving high net worth individuals must be approached strategically and cost consciously. As a Long Island NY divorce attorney with over 20 years of experience serving clients in Nassau and Suffolk counties, I and my legal team of divorce and family law attorneys and paralegals help protect your wealth, control your costs and help you make smart decisions in your high net worth divorce settlement while controlling the costs of your divorce.

Creating a parenting plan during a divorce or child custody case on Long Island isn’t just a legal requirement, it’s a vital roadmap for your child’s future. A well-structured parenting plan helps reduce conflict, sets expectations, and ensures both parents understand their rights and responsibilities. In this guide, we’ll utilize our more than 50 years of combined family law experience to walk you through how to create a parenting plan that works for your family and meets New York State’s legal standards.

Most people don’t realize how complicated dividing retirement assets can be during a divorce, especially here on Long Island, NY where the cost of living is so high and financial security is ever more important. In this post, I aim to help you understand how New York state law treats pensions, 401(k)s, IRAs, and other accounts so you can protect your future. Whether you’re just starting the process or already facing negotiations with you spouse over your property division, knowing the rules and tools like QDROs will empower you to make informed decisions about your retirement savings and your future.

Divorce isn’t just for the young. More couples over the age of 50 are choosing to separate, a trend now known as “gray divorce.” On Long Island, NY this shift is becoming increasingly common — and it brings unique challenges that younger couples divorcing likely will not face. From retirement planning and Social Security implications to long-term health care and adult children, gray divorce requires a different legal and emotional approach. In this post, we’ll explore what older adults should consider before filing for divorce and how to protect your financial and emotional future.