When filing for divorce in New York, you must provide the court with financial details called a statement of net worth. The statement includes details about your income, assets and liabilities. Accuracy is key with this form because it is a sworn statement. There are...
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Valid reasons to modify your custody agreement
Change is inevitable after your divorce. You will need to adapt to being a single parent. You might find a new job. Eventually, you could remarry. Leaving some flexibility in your child custody agreement may facilitate change as it happens. Knowing some valid reasons...
Statistics show the prevalence of divorce
You likely have many different issues to think about if you decide to get a divorce. Whether you worry about issues involving children (such as custody and support) or the division of your finances, you should remember that you are not alone. Going over statistics on...
How can parental alienation harm you and your children?
Your children may react to your divorce in a variety of ways. If you begin to notice signs of behavior that seem odd, you may look to your ex-spouse for answers. However, sometimes the problem comes from them. Dealing with parental alienation, which involves a parent...
When is it time for child custody modification?
Once the court makes a decision regarding child custody, the arrangement may not always work out for everyone involved. Situations change as children grow older and time passes. An arrangement that may have seemed ideal at the time, may not continue to be in the best...
How can you deal with a narcissistic co-parent?
It can be hard enough to deal with a divorce when it comes to asset division and other legal issues, but talking constantly with a narcissistic co-parent can leave you feeling even more confused and frustrated than usual. Learning about traits and strategies for...
A brief guide to child support arrears in New York State
New York State, much like other parts of the country, has its own set of laws concerning child support arrears. Those who owe back child support and reside in the state may want to learn about these rules and how they might affect one's finances. The National...
3 times not to tell your kids about your upcoming divorce
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...
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...