New York Family Law Blog
What is the difference between divorce and a legal separation?
As you and your spouse grow further apart, you may wonder what options you have to reflect this in a legal status. Learning the difference between separation and divorce can help you make the right choice for both of you. What it entails Many factors play into...
Excessive time at home and marital problems
There are many reasons why people spend an excessive amount of time at home, whether they are struggling with an illness or are recovering from a serious injury. Sometimes, this offers the ability to recover and move forward, taking a break from daily life and...
When a marriage falls apart due to relocation
Some married couples have a difficult time due to relocation, whether they move into another home in the same area or across the country. Relocation often places strain on relationships and may cause a marriage to crumble. From financial hurdles to negative emotions,...
What is collaborative divorce?
When many people think of divorce, they automatically conjure an image of trial divorce. Trial divorce typically involves a lot of acrimonious interaction between lawyers and may even involve ex-spouses who want to “get everything they can” from the other...
NY failed with an “F” for shared parenting
When parents get divorced, children often feel the effects of this even more than parents. One parent may move out, but children are usually the ones who go back and forth to maintain a relationship with both. What makes this even more difficult is when some states do...
How does New York divide property in a divorce?
If you decide to end your marriage, the division of property between you and your ex-spouse may have significant consequences on your post-divorce lifestyle. Understanding how New York marital property laws work may help you prepare your finances for life after...