If the parents cannot agree on a shared custody agreement, the court will decide sole custody based on the best interest of the child.

Alimony, formally called “spousal maintenance", is a court-ordered support payment from one spouse to the other during or after a divorce. 

In NY divorces, property division follows equitable distribution rules, meaning assets are divided fairly, but not necessarily equally. 

An absent or missing spouse shouldn’t be able to indefinitely prevent the marriage from being dissolved in the state of New York.

A divorce without going to court comes down to practicality. This blog will explain the divorce process and steps for a successful outcome.

Understanding how a prenuptial agreement works in New York State is imperative to couples who are beginning the divorce process.

When a spouse hides their assets, it undermines the financial settlement that the court intends to create, and may have consequences. 

If you are going through a divorce and your spouse's income comes from self-employment, it's best to work with a lawyer who is experienced.

In a divorce, relocation refers to one person's intention to move the children a significant distance from the other parent.

Learning about the divorce process ensures that identification, financial records, and legal documents are updated properly.

If a person refuses to sign a divorce petition, it doesn't mean that they remain married, but it changes the way the divorce is handled.

Moving out doesn't mean that a spouse will lose legal rights, but it does create complications that can make the divorce more difficult.

Understanding what happens when a person violates a custody order is important for protecting the rights of the other parent and child.

In NY, child support is calculated under the Child Support Standards Act, a formula based on the parent's income and number of children.

It's important to understand how the divorce process works in New York and the importance of hiring an experienced divorce attorney.

Under New York’s equitable distribution laws, each spouse will get a fair share of the marital assets when the divorce is finalized. 

This important first meeting, or initial conference, will set the framework for how the rest of your divorce case will go.

When a parenting dispute happens, it's important to prioritize the best interests of the children, and work with a family law attorney.

If you’re filing for divorce, and one of the spouses is in the military, there are factors to consider like benefits and military pensions.

NY’s equitable distribution laws, when a business is involved in a divorce, must determine whether it is marital or separate property.