Divorce Lawyer Blog, Long Island, NY

Divorce Attorney on Long Island Explains Benefits of ‘Equitable Distribution’ in Nassau & Suffolk
As a Divorce Attorney on Long Island, certain clients stand out as examples of the stress and misinformation many people have about divorce in Nassau and Suffolk counties One client that remains at the forefront on my mind is an individual whose first words upon...

Divorce Lawyer Long Island Knows the Most Important Battle in Your Divorce is Child Custody
As a Long Island Divorce Lawyer, I have been captivated by the sweeping headlines of the past five years, and especially throughout the last couple weeks, regarding the heart-wrenching story of a Colorado man who never gave up hope of seeing his two daughters again....

Divorce Attorney Long Island Parental Alienation
When most people contemplate the term “parental alienation” they imagine a mother or girlfriend refusing to allow or making it difficult for her husband or boyfriend to see his children. However that could not be farther from the truth. Parental alienation comes in...

Divorce Attorney, Long Island’s Robert E. Hornberger Explains the Benefits of 4-Way Settlement Conferences
I have seen in my 15 years of experience as a divorce attorney, Long Island divorce cases often involve what are known as 4-Way Settlement Conferences among divorcing couples and their attorneys. If you are considering retaining a Long Island divorce lawyer, you may...

Divorce Attorney Long Island Warns of Social Media Exposure
As a divorce attorney on Long Island, I’ve noticed that it’s rare to find a person in today’s society who does not have an account with Facebook, Twitter or Instagram. In the last 10 years especially, social media has become a large part of our lives. Since attending...
Divorce Attorney Long Island Defines 6 Signs Your Spouse May Want a Divorce
As a divorce attorney on Long Island, I’m very familiar with the saying “Hindsight is 20-20,” or even the term “Monday morning quarterback.” Both of these phrases cause us to look back on our actions and wish we acted differently. Your Nassau County or Suffolk County...
Long Island Divorce Lawyer Advises if You Can Change Your Child’s Last Name after Divorce
As a Long Island divorce lawyer, my assistance is often sought to submit to the court a name change request on behalf of their minor children Nassau County or Suffolk County court. I have found that the general consensus regarding name changes in New York is that the...
Long Island Divorce Lawyer Tells You What You Need to Know in Free Divorce Guide eBook
Long Island, NY divorce lawyer Robert E. Hornberger, Esq. is pleased to offer you a free copy of his brand new eBook written to help you navigate the often murky waters of divorce in New York State. The eBook, “Guide to New York Divorce: What You Need to Know Before...

Who is Responsible for the Marital Debt In a Long Island Divorce?
As a Long Island Divorce Lawyer, I have heard hundreds of scenarios for how a spouse learns their partner wants to end the marriage and get a divorce. Of course, usually it is not a total surprise and both spouses knew the marriage was in trouble, but when it comes...
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Are Your Family & Friends the Best Resources During Your Long Island Divorce?
We all turn to family and friends when going through difficult times in our lives, but as a Long Island divorce lawyer, I have seen that some of the best of intentions can go horribly wrong during your divorce. We’ve all grown up hearing that family and friends are...
Can I Change the Locks During My Long Island Divorce to Keep My Spouse Out?
Can I Change the Locks During My Long Island Divorce to Keep My Spouse Out? During your Long Island divorce, a main area of concern for you and your spouse is likely the question of who gets to remain in the marital residence. The two of you may have purchased this...
Divorce, Child Custody & Your Child’s Education on Long Island
When you get divorced on Long Island, New York, you and your spouse will be faced with many decisions. One of those decisions will be what type of child custody arrangement you will enter into. While there are many types, the two most common are Joint Legal Custody...
Long Island Divorce Attorney Answers: How Do I Prevent My Child From Being Abducted by My Ex?
As a divorce lawyer on Long Island, you might be surprised at the myriad issues we have to consider when drafting Divorce, Settlement and Separation Agreements for our Clients. One of these includes the possibility of abduction of a child by a former spouse. Many...
Is ‘Staying Together for the Children’ Really Better for the Children than a Divorce on Long Island?
When a marriage breaks down, often a Long Island couple will try to “stay together for the children” rather than recognize that this can sometimes do more harm to the child than seeking the services of a divorce lawyer to end the destructive pattern of the marriage....
On Long Island, When Divorcing or Breaking an Engagement, Can You Keep the Engagement Ring?
As a Divorce Lawyer on Long Island, one of the questions I hear when marriages are called off, or even result in divorce is, “Do I get to keep my engagement ring?” or “Can I get the engagement ring back?” In most relationships, one partner spends a significant amount...

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