If you have made the difficult decision to divorce your spouse, your top priority is undoubtedly the emotional well-being of your children. After all, from academic issues to serious depression, the emotional consequences kids face because of their parents' divorces...
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Is all property divided in a divorce?
While there are many difficult topics to negotiate when filing for legal separation or divorce in New York, dividing marital property may be one of the most overwhelming. Many people become attached to certain items throughout their marriage, and it can be hard to let...
Child custody vs. visitation
If you have kids and are approaching the divorce process, it is important to understand various legal terms related to family law issues involving kids. For example, you should understand the differences between custody and visitation. You should also review various...
What happens to unpaid child support debt?
A lot of divorced parents in New York have child support agreements that worked at one point. However, when financial circumstances change and the order isn’t modified, a child support order might become unfeasible. If the paying parent falls behind on payments, the...
What mistakes do parents make when seeking custody?
A family court will award child custody based on the best interests and safety of the child. New York parents who are unable to prove their fitness could find themselves losing a custody fight. To prevent disappointment during custody hearings, parents should learn to...
What is a QDRO?
The retirement accounts are often an issue in a New York divorce, especially when the divorcing couple is older. The divorce agreement or the court could split the accounts between the spouses based on equitable factors. The qualified domestic relations order is what...
Should you have a prenup?
Getting married is an exciting time of life, and it is easy to get caught up in the wedding planning without thinking about what happens afterward. If you or your partner is coming into the marriage with more assets than the other, you may want to consider a...
Should you aim for full or shared custody of your child?
Once you file for divorce in New York, you might be tempted to file for full physical custody of your children. Full custody has its benefits, but it's also challenging. If your former spouse is a good parent, you might want to aim for shared custody instead. What are...
The role discovery plays in a divorce proceeding
The discovery process allows you to learn more about how much money your spouse earns in a year or how much debt he or she might have. This information can be useful when it comes time to negotiate the terms of the final divorce settlement. New York is an equitable...
Problems in hostile divorces
Divorce can be a stressful and emotionally-draining process that often brings out the absolute worst in people. No matter how much a couple used to love each other, the process of dissolving a marriage in New York can bring out feelings of anger, bitterness and...