Divorce Lawyer Blog, Long Island, NY
Alternative Dispute Resolution Can Save Time, Money & Stress in Long Island Divorce
When most people on Long Island consider divorce, they often think of the worst case scenarios they’ve heard about: A long, drawn out process that costs each side tens of thousands of dollars. Fighting with their spouse throughout the divorce process. Having a...
What Defines Child Abuse & Neglect on Long Island, New York
Unfortunately, we see too many Family Court cases that involve allegations of child neglect on Long Island. Many of our clients have been in the position of being falsely accused of neglecting their children, while other clients believe their children are being...
Tax Implications of Your Divorce on Long Island
For many Long Islanders, taxes are a sizable factor when considering their yearly budget. As we are all aware, living on Long Island is not inexpensive. As you progress through your divorce, it’s important to understand how your taxes will be affected. Ensuring you...
Tips to Protect Your Credit During Divorce on Long Island
Unfortunately for some, your Long Island Divorce can bring out the worst in your soon-to-be ex-spouse. Whether you begin your divorce amicable or contested, we always advise our clients to protect their credit before, during and after their divorce. We have been...
Child Custody & Substance Abuse Issues on Long Island
When Long Island parents decide to end a relationship, regardless of whether that relationship is a marriage, custody of the child or children often becomes a major, and sometimes heated issue. Child custody is often an emotional issue in the best of circumstances,...
How to Get a Free Family Law Attorney on Long Island
Mandated Counsel or 18b Attorneys In certain Family Court proceedings on Long Island, a party may be entitled to an assigned attorney. This “mandated counsel” is typically referred to as an 18b Attorney. These appointed attorneys are a vital part of Family Court and...
How To Collect Current or Overdue Child Support on Long Island
How Do I Collect Current or Overdue Child Support? Long Island parents on are required by law to support their children. Unfortunately, some custodial parents are frustrated by the fact that they have not been able to receive Child Support from the noncustodial...
Persons in Need of Supervision FAQs Answered
For parents, children displaying disobedient behavior is normal. However, for some parents, that disobedience in their children can reach a level that necessitates State involvement. What is a Person in Need of Supervision? In New York a child under the age of 18 can...
Attorney for the Child FAQs Answered for Long Island, NY
In many child custody cases on Long Island, either parent may request, or the court, upon its own initiative, may appoint an Attorney for the Child(ren). This person is commonly referred to as an AFC, or even a law guardian (which is the former name for such an...
Penalty for Violation of Automatic Orders on Long Island
In every divorce on Long Island, when the summons and complaint are served upon the defendant there are matrimonial Automatic Orders included. The basic premise behind these orders is to maintain the status quo during the pendency of a divorce. Both...
