Divorce is a significant life event that has far-reaching consequences for individuals and families in New York. While either party in a marriage can initiate a divorce, research shows that women tend to pull the plug on their marriages more often than men....
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What to include in your New York divorce agreement
Divorce is never easy. It requires tough decisions and careful negotiation in the midst of emotional upheaval. One of the most critical steps in this process is the creation of a comprehensive divorce agreement. This document sets the terms of the divorce and holds...
How forensic accountants can help with your divorce
High-value divorces often include complex asset considerations. With assets such as property acquisitions, investment funds and cryptocurrency accounts, a forensic accountant may help clarify your settlement. Forensic accountants review assets and financial statements...
Issues that are often overlooked during a divorce
It is no secret that the divorce process involves navigating complex emotional and practical issues. While some aspects of divorce, such as property division and child custody, typically receive a lot of attention, others may not get the consideration they deserve....
Navigating a divorce with a narcissistic ex-partner
Divorce is challenging under the best circumstances, but it can be significantly more complex when one party exhibits narcissistic traits. A narcissistic ex-partner may be manipulative, refuse to accept blame or display a lack of empathy, making the divorce process...
Can I stop paying alimony if I cannot afford it?
Financial troubles can happen to anyone at any time. When you and your former spouse got a divorce, you may have been in a superior financial situation. The court ordered you to pay spousal support to your former partner. It may have been fine at that time because you...
What happens to the engagement ring after a divorce?
Following a divorce, the engagement ring is a sensitive subject. You may not know whether to give the ring back to your ex, keep it or sell it and split the finances. In the state of New York, equitable distribution law acknowledges the economic and social...
Getting divorced as a young adult
If you tied the knot at a younger age and want to file for a divorce, it is important to take the right approach. You should develop a comprehensive understanding of your options, the different ways that a divorce could affect your life and various legal issues that...
How can you protect your health following a divorce?
Divorce is one of the most stressful and difficult life events. While it may benefit you in the long run, it can also negatively impact your physical and mental health. You may not experience the loss until the divorce finalizes when you can no longer busy yourself...
What is lump-sum spousal maintenance?
If you are delaying your divorce because of financial worries, you might want to rethink your strategy. After all, you may be eligible for spousal maintenance. According to New York law, spousal maintenance helps you continue to enjoy roughly the same standard of...

