Entering into a marriage is a significant and joyous occasion in life. It often brings two people together who share love, trust and common goals. Along with the emotional aspects of this union, there are also practical considerations that many couples choose to...
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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...
Does unpaid child support affect international travel?
Parents who have a hard time staying current on child support or already owe arrears should carefully examine a number of issues. In addition to looking into payment options as well as the possibility of reducing the amount owed each month through modification, it is...
What are the benefits of shared custody?
When divorcing parents want to figure out custody methods, shared custody often comes up as a good possibility. But what exactly is shared custody? And it what ways does it benefit the child, the parents and the family unit on a whole? Benefits for the children Forbes...
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...
How does New York decide what is in a child’s best interests?
When you and your child’s other parent part ways in New York and do not agree on custody or visitation terms, you may need to have the state’s family court system step in and help. When making determinations about who should care for your child and when the state...
What should you include in your parenting plan?
A parenting plan is essential when you have joint custody of your children. Think of it as a peace treaty between you and your former spouse. It allows you to focus on the best interests of your children while avoiding conflict with your ex. Regarding the design, the...
Why you should put your parenting plan into writing
As a parent, much of the discussions surrounding your divorce will be in regard to child custody and parental responsibilities. Even after the finalization of divorce and assignment of child custody roles, you and your co-parent still need to hash out a functional...