On behalf of Law Offices of Kristine M. Demo-Vazquez, P.C. | Jul 22, 2019 | divorce
When New York State legalized no-fault divorce in 2010, it simply gave divorcing couples a new option for filing. It did not take away the fault-based grounds for divorce that already existed. So, you have a choice of whether to file claiming no fault —...
On behalf of Law Offices of Kristine M. Demo-Vazquez, P.C. | Jul 3, 2019 | divorce
While both same- and opposite-sex marriages are equally legal in the U.S., there can be some differences when it comes to divorce. One of the major ones is that same-sex marriages have only been legal in New York since 2011 and federally since 2015, but many same-sex...
On behalf of Law Offices of Kristine M. Demo-Vazquez, P.C. | Jun 11, 2019 | divorce
Father’s day is upon us, so it is an excellent time to discuss the importance of a thoughtful parenting plan. The welfare of the children is a primary concern whenever parents divorce. A thoughtful parenting plan involves the custody of children and the...
On behalf of Law Offices of Kristine M. Demo-Vazquez, P.C. | May 20, 2019 | divorce
We all understand that divorce changes your financial picture even as it gives you a chance at a new trajectory. Unfortunately, some of the possible changes could affect your credit, which could make it more costly and difficult to get approved for loans, mortgages...
On behalf of Law Offices of Kristine M. Demo-Vazquez, P.C. | May 2, 2019 | divorce
The priority in divorce or custody proceedings is determining the best interests of the children. A judge will examine several different factors when they consider custody issues. Because May is Mental Health Month, we thought it would be helpful to offer some thought...
On behalf of Law Offices of Kristine M. Demo-Vazquez, P.C. | Feb 14, 2019 | divorce
Many people do not realize that there are certain legally acceptable grounds on which a New York resident can get a divorce. Where previously a divorce was only granted for fault in the state, in 2010 no-fault divorces became legally possible. An at-fault divorce...
