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For divorcing couples and couples who were never married alike, a family law dispute will oftentimes center around how the children from the relationship will be impacted. The focus on where the children will live and who will make important decisions about their...
Throughout people’s lives in Long Island, they acquire various property. The property may come in various forms such as bank accounts, retirement accounts, investment accounts, homes, vehicles, collectables, tools, household goods and other forms of property as well....
When men enter the courtroom to make a case for their custodial rights, some have a perception that the deck is stacked against them from the beginning. This feeling of societal gender bias can impact the way in which fathers respond to a judge’s ruling, which can...
Child custody is a difficult topic for many Suffolk County parents who have gone through the divorce process. It can be heart-wrenching for a parent to recognize a future in which one's children may not permanently live in their home. However, courts throughout the...
Couples face tax consequences when dividing their property at the end their marriage. There are important tax considerations that spouses should remember when dividing their property during divorce. Rental property Spouses must consider depreciation recapture when...
In New York, fathers’ rights are a point of contention in many family law cases. Often, there is a perception that the mother will automatically be granted decision-making authority and custody while the father recedes to the background on most matters. For fathers...
When a divorced couple has a child custody order in place, there may be a circumstance where the custodial parent wants to move. This may be to pursue a job opportunity, to relocate closer to family or friends or to be near a new school district. Many child custody...
Getting divorced can feel complicated. There are a lot of decisions that must be made and negotiations that must be completed before the end of a marriage can be reached. It is important that individuals preparing for and engaging with the divorce process have legal...
Divorcing New York couples with minor children often put child support at the top of their list of concerns. Will I be required to pay child support or will my ex-spouse be required to pay support to me? How much will the payment be? Can an order for child support be...
In New York, it is unfortunate that many marriages end in divorce. As the decision is made to end a marriage and the case is negotiated, people will have questions about the aftermath. In many divorces, spousal support – also referred to as maintenance – is awarded....
