Do you ever feel like you're just too busy all of the time? Maybe you constantly have a hundred things you want to get done, and you know you'll never get to them all. Maybe you spend long hours at work, trying to get ahead, but it seems like it's neverending.This is...
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Amherst New York Family Law Blog
How divorce can negatively impact finances
Making the choice to divorce is generally not something people do lightly. They are likely aware that doing so will impact multiple parts of their life. What they may not realize is just how big the impact can be on their finances.If you are considering divorce here...
Digging into the many reasons for divorce
Divorce isn't simple. It does not always happen for a few similar reasons. While many people point to major issues like infidelity or abuse, there are often many other reasons to consider. This is why people on the outside often feel surprised when a couple splits up...
January is the month for resolutions including getting divorced
Many people look to January as a month to get their lives started on a new footing. For many, this means deciding to leave their marriages. This is one of the reasons why January has been dubbed by many as "Divorce Month".A spokesperson for the National Association of...
How can a New Yorker appeal a child custody order?
There are a lot of disappointing decisions that people make and we have to live with, like a mechanic's denial of inspection on a car. But some decisions are so important that we can't simply get over it. And few decisions are more important than the ones that affect...
High-profile divorce included spousal support request in error
Divorce can be a messy business, especially when emotions are inflamed. But it is important to remember that passion is rarely the thing that makes the end of a marriage go smoothly. It is also rarely the thing that helps resolve the material factors of a divorce,...
Property division: what is a “pet-nup?”
For many people, pets are more than just furry companions. They are often considered members of the family. They receive as much love and care as any humans in the household. That is why pet care can be difficult to determine in the event of a divorce. Oftentimes,...
Don’t use divorce as a threat
Thoughts of divorce are not uncommon. They often come up when two people have an argument or a disagreement. One or both start thinking about what it would be like to end the marriage and have the freedom to do whatever they want -- thereby "winning" the argument.This...
Know that equitable distribution is supposed to be fair
New York, much like many other jurisdictions in the country, is an equitable distribution state. This means that judges focus their attention on splitting up property fairly. There are many factors that Amherst judges take into account when deciding what's the most...
How are child custody decisions in New York made?
Husbands and wives who love their daughters and sons often get divorced, necessitating decisions about who will raise the children in their homes. Often, the answer to that is both parents, at different times. It can be ideal when the divorcing husbands and wives can...

