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...
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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...
Handheld device laws in New York
Cellphones, tablets and other mobile devices have become such a large part of our lives now that most people cannot imagine being without them. For many people in New York and elsewhere, this means using their phones while they are driving. It is important for you to...
Should you wait until after a holiday to file for divorce?
Many holidays, whether they are big or small, figure majorly into the lives of quite a few families. For example, one family may have a fantastic St. Patrick's Day tradition, while another enjoys decorating the house for Halloween and coming up with elaborate...
2 ways divorce is beneficial for kids
One challenge that you may encounter while divorcing your spouse in New York is protecting your kids. You are already aware of how beneficial it can be for children to grow up with both parents in a single home. But what you may not know is that there are...