Most divorces don’t end up in court. For most cases, dispute resolution can be done outside of court, cutting costs for all parties in terms of time, energy, emotional pain and dollars spent. Alternative dispute resolution (ADR) For all sorts of civil actions there...
The economy has presented obstacles for homeowners seeking a reasonable mortgage. But divorce adds further complications for couples dealing with their marital home and obtaining a mortgage. Mortgage options Keeping the family’s home depends on many factors. These...
If you and your spouse own a family business in Long Island, New York, and you are going through a divorce, you may be wondering how to divide the business assets and liabilities. A family business is often one of the most valuable and complex marital properties that...
If you are a father who is facing a child custody dispute in New York, you may have some questions and concerns about your rights. Unfortunately, some pervasive myths about fathers’ rights remain about fathers’ rights in child custody cases. Mothers always get custody...
There’s almost no way around it. Divorce is going to be an emotional experience. This is understandable, since you are separating from someone you may have shared a life with for many years. There is nothing wrong with feeling emotional during your divorce, but...
When one person is ordered to pay alimony (also referred to as spousal support) to the other, it is expected to be paid on time and in full. However, as the past several years have shown, challenges can arise unexpectedly and many people can have unexpected issues...
For spouses thinking about divorce, you are likely thinking about a million little things. However, a big part of your future will be your finances, which begins now, during your marriage because your marital estate is what will be split to start both of your...
It might be the case that, at least eventually, you will be in a better place financially once your divorce is finalized. But you might still wonder what effect your divorce will have on your credit score, especially if you are looking to make a big purchase like an...
Many Long Island residents who find themselves in the middle of a contentious divorce let negative feelings toward their estranged spouse block their ability to make a rational decision about accepting a settlement offer or demanding “their day in court.” Having a...
A divorce can be a complicated matter, especially when the divorce involves a member of the armed services. When looking at some of the challenges facing an armed services member in divorce, it is important to note the superseding law. The two sets of law that are...
