Suddenly, and seemingly out of nowhere, one spouse decides to leave the other. It may seem like a shock to the other spouse and to the family, but that leaving spouse decides it’s time for the marriage to end, and as a result, they leave abruptly. Although it could be...
For many custodial parents in divorced households on Long Island, NY, child support is a major, even essential, financial component. Courts in Nassau County and Suffolk County, NY take child support very seriously. If the court orders it to be paid, and the parent...
Going through the divorce process on Long Island, NY means making substantial changes to every component of your life. One area often overlooked in the fray of negotiating equitable distribution of assets (and debts), child custody, child support, alimony, etc. is the...
From baseball, football and soccer to piano, gymnastics and dance, most children on Long Island, NY have a full schedule of things to do and engage in after school and on weekends. Each of these extracurricular activities may have its merits to the child’s physical...
If you are currently navigating a divorce on Long Island, NY you might be wondering how much your workplace needs to know. After all, your personal business is your business, and should be none of your employer’s concern – right? That is true to a point, but there are...
These days, most of us live a large portion of our lives online. We shop online, talk to friends through social media, and work through web-based platforms. With your day-to-day activities so connected to the internet, you might be wondering if you can get divorced...
When you file for a divorce on Long Island, New York, the court may award spousal support to you. Typically, the spousal support comes from your spouse’s paycheck. The money paid is dependent on the salary earned, the hours earned, or the rules set by the court. One...
Is Your Ex ‘Conflicting Out’ Attorneys from You? You and your ex are on the path to divorce, but every attorney you speak to says they cannot help you because there’s a conflict with them representing you? What is happening? It’s a dirty, underhand divorce trick that...
Are you worried about your child’s safety when they are in your ex’s custody? If you believe your ex is using drugs or alcohol and putting your child at risk when in their custody, you need to know what you can do to protect them and ensure their safety. If your ex...
What Does the New York Marriage Equality Law Mean for Those Married Prior to 2011? Divorce laws in New York are complex, but there are always new updates that could impact your case. If you are planning to get a divorce in Long Island, NY, it’s critical that you...
