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Category Archives: Divorce
Who Pays For College After A Divorce? It Depends On How You Draft
Although many parents consider child support a major part of divorce litigation and settlement, many of them forget what is often one of the greatest expenses involving children: paying for college. For New Yorkers, such an oversight can be extremely costly. How NY…
Settlement Agreements: What To Include – A Basic Overview
It’s always a great thing when two people getting divorced can reach an agreement regarding the issues in their case. This is especially true in New York City, where full litigation of all a divorce’s issues in court can take not only months,…
Mediation: What Is It And When Is It Right For You?
As many would-be and current litigants know, divorce in New York can be extremely time consuming and expensive. One alternate but increasingly popular method for resolving divorce cases is mediation, a process that, when fully embraced, can save time and costs to a…
How New York Handles A Spouse Taking Or Hiding Property
Unfortunately, as much as divorce can be an emotional conflict, many of the issues in matrimonial litigation are financially driven as well. One of the greatest concerns during the course of divorce litigation is where one or both of the parties tries to…
Divorce & Legal Fees: Who Pays?
A question often asked by divorce litigants in New York is whether or not one spouse will be responsible for the other’s legal fees. Under New York law, the spouse who has more income and/or resources (the “monied” spouse) is required to assist…
Marital Agreements: The Elements Of Enforceability
Often, it is difficult enough for an engaged couple to determine whether or not to execute a pre or post nuptial agreement with respect to their finances and estates. Since New York City has higher divorce rates than most of the country, a…
Pre-Nups: Is Getting One Right For You?
Although planning a wedding can be one of the happiest times in many people’s lives, the fact remains that those getting married in New York City face a unique set of circumstances: a later average age of marriage (early 30’s) and a divorce…
Divorce And The Holidays: A Survival Guide
One of the most challenging aspects of life post separation and divorce is managing the time each parent has with their children. However, during the holiday season, this stress can increase significantly. For many parents, the holidays are about more than just the…
Redefining Family: Marriage Equality In New York
On July 24, 2011, history was made in the state of New York, when the Marriage Equality Act was passed by the New York Legislature, allowing for the legalization of same-sex marriages in the state. Religious organizations can refuse to conduct or recognize…
Uncontested Vs. Contested Divorce In New York
Regardless of the kind of divorce you’re headed towards, there are several key issues that you and your spouse will need to settle before it’s final. The way that these issues are handled makes a divorce either contested or uncontested – essentially, rife…
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