Divorce Lawyer Blog, Long Island, NY
Should Child Support Payments Be Made in Shared Custody?
A shared child custody agreement on Long Island is basically a 50/50 share of parenting time with the child(ren). In this case it might seem fair and appropriate that the parents should also share 50% of all expenses, but in New York, that is not the way it works....
5 Most Commonly Disputed Issues in Long Island Divorces
Making the decision to get a divorce is not something to be taken lightly, even if it seems as though you and your soon-to-be ex-spouse are in agreement about most of the issues at hand. A divorce tends to bring out issues that couples often haven't thought of and...
What Are the Grounds for Divorce on Long Island?
If you're considering the possibility of getting a divorce on Long Island, it's important that you understand some of the basics of New York divorce law. Explore the grounds for divorce and decide which option best describes your unique situation. Then, contact an...
6 Ways to Improve Co-parenting During a Divorce on Long Island
Going through a divorce is a difficult process for anyone on Long Island, whether the split was amicable or not, and when children are involved, it can become even more complicated. Maintaining a good co-parenting relationship after your split is essential to ensure...
Talking to Your Children About Divorce Is Emotional But Critical
There are a lot of logistical and financial issues surrounding divorce on Long Island but the emotional issues are just as important, especially when there are children involved. When a couple decides to divorce, they are often very focused on finances, division of...
Top 10 Tips for Surviving a Bitter Divorce on Long Island, NY
Preparing for a Contentious Divorce on Long Island A contentious divorce can be one of the most traumatic and life-altering experiences a person can endure. In addition to the loss of a cherished relationship, people going through a divorce face the potential loss...
What Can & Can’t Be In a Long Island Prenup?
Although getting married is an exciting and romantic time for a Long Island couple, there are a few things that need to be in order first -- and we're not talking about the wedding decorations. A prenuptial agreement is an important document that addresses the...
Who Gets Custody of the Pets in Your Long Island Divorce?
When we started our Long Island Divorce and Family Law practice years ago, the question of which spouse kept the beloved dog or house cat was rarely, if ever, raised in divorce proceedings on Long Island. However, in today’s society, many people treat their pets as...
Is the Internet Destroying Your Marriage on Long Island?
Can the Internet & Technology Cause the Breakdown of Your Marriage? ”The grass is always greener on the other side of the fence” is a phrase most Long Islanders have heard, and at times even understood. For our purposes, the “grass” is the temptation outside of...
How to Successfully Reduce your Child Support Payment on Long Island
As a Long Island Divorce and Family Law Attorney, I constantly meet with prospective clients seeking to reduce their child support payment. Just this week, my law firm successfully defended two separate petitions brought by fathers seeking to reduce their child...
