Divorce Lawyer Blog, Long Island, NY
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...
Long Island Divorce Lawyer Answers Questions on Annulment of Marriage in New York
What is an Annulment on Long Island, NY? A Long Island marriage annulment can result in a marriage being declared void or invalid by a Nassau County or Suffolk County Court Order. This means that the marriage is not recognized as legal, and for legal purposes, never...
Collaborative Law and Divorce Mediation: Which is Right for You on Long Island?
As a Divorce Mediator and Collaborative Law Attorney on Long Island, I have found that many people have questions about the difference between Divorce Mediation and Collaborative law and which one might be best for their particular situation. If you are contemplating...
Long Island Family Law Attorney Explains How Long Island Courts Decide ‘Best Interests of the Child’ in Custody Cases
The Best Interests of the Child Standard: What this Child Custody Standard Means on Long IslandFor Long Island parents, one of the most pressing issues for those involved in a divorce is the custody of their child or children. If parents cannot come to an agreement,...
Long Island Divorce Lawyer Answers Questions About Pensions
Long Island Divorce Lawyer Answers Questions About Pensions As a Divorce Lawyer on Long Island, I see that for many married couples facing divorce, a major concern is how pensions earned over the course of the marriage will be divided. Particularly when a pension has...
Long Island Prenuptial Agreements Strengthen Marriages
As a Long Island divorce attorney I see an increasing number of Long Island couples choosing to enter into prenuptial agreements before they get married to ensure their interests are protected in the event of divorce down the road. While this may seem negative or...
Long Island Family Law Attorney Answers Child Protection Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Child Protective Proceeding on Long Island? A child protective proceeding is commenced by a Long Island child protective agency with a petition in the family court in Nassau County or Suffolk County. If your county or city agency has a concern for abuse or...
Divorce After 50 on Long Island Common Mistakes
Divorce after age 50 on Long Island is becoming increasingly common. In fact, the divorce rate among people age 50 and older more than doubled between 1990 and 2010, according to one study. Unfortunately, what many people fail to realize is that the stakes are often...
Long Island Child Custody Lawyer Explains How To Enforce Child Custody and Visitation Orders in New York
As a Long Island Child Custody Lawyer, Divorce and Family Law Attorney, I know it’s no secret to most people in Suffolk and Nassau that child custody and visitation are at the forefront of most parents’ concerns in the event of a divorce or legal separation....
