The holiday season is a time for celebration, tradition and togetherness. However, for parents who share joint custody of their children, it can also be a time of added complexity and potential challenges. Joint custody arrangements, where both parents play an active...
Family Law
What not to post on social media during your divorce
Maybe you cannot get enough of sharing your life on social media. The opportunity to express yourself and receive positive feedback remains irresistible. This impulse does not vanish because you are getting a divorce. The desire to hear from supporters could even...
Divorce and the family farm
New York farm owners considering a divorce might have a lot more to figure out than the average couple. Family farms are usually passed down for generations, but that doesn't stop these properties from getting tied up in divorce. Family farms are usually a combination...
Caution is key for divorcing farmers
If you farm in the state of New York and face the prospect of divorce, you will likely need to navigate a unique set of trials in pursuit of a fair division of assets. Farms are active entities that need daily upkeep, attention and hard work to run smoothly and...
What to expect when you consult a divorce lawyer
Are you thinking about ending your marriage? There are a number of very important factors to keep in mind. There will be the distribution of property, such as your New York home, vehicles and other belongings. There will also be financial matters to discuss. Finally,...
What Happens to my Assets After Divorce?
Nobody says “I do” expecting that one day they’ll say “I can’t.” Unfortunately, current trends indicate roughly 50% of marriages today end in divorce. The media has been reporting an anticipated rise in that number due to COVID-19. One of the largest concerns...
Factors New York considers when determining child custody
Before a New York judge makes decisions about parenting time or child custody, he or she often considers a similar set of factors to assess what situation would be most ideal for the child. As someone involved in a child custody or visitation case, familiarizing...
Divorce and separation: what’s the difference, really?
No one goes into a marriage thinking it won’t work out. Still, we are human and sometimes relationships don’t last a lifetime. If you and your spouse are needing some time apart or simply don’t want to be together anymore, now is the time to understand the difference...
How divorce may impact a family farm
If you and your spouse own a family farm, special considerations apply if you decide to divorce. Preparing for this situation can help minimize the impact to the business. Keep these factors in mind when planning to end a marriage involving a family farm in New...
2 requirements to begin a divorce case
Sometimes, there is no solution for a bad marriage other than to get a divorce. You may try to save the marriage, but if it does not work, then you need to begin the steps to legally end it. Because marriage is a legal institution, you have to use legal methods to end...