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Court-ordered visitation helps to maintain relationships between children and the non-custodial parent. You may face contempt of court for failing to comply with that visitation schedule, even if the disruption in the schedule occurs because your child refuses to go....
When going through a divorce, it is important to take care when communicating with your spouse. You do not want to say anything that could derail or harm your case. Your spouse can choose to record your conversations, and depending on the circumstances, the courts may...
When going through a divorce, you might have questions regarding the division of your assets, including real estate, vehicles, and retirement accounts. How property gets distributed in your divorce settlement can significantly impact your future. Knowing how a judge...
If you are facing a divorce, you already know how stressful the process can be. There is so much to think about, but one of the biggest things that may worry you is your finances. Understanding the role of debt in your separation can help remove some of the stress...
When you finally make the decision to end your marriage, things have likely been tough for a while. Considering how long it takes for proceedings to conclude, it could still be some time before you are officially single. You may feel ready to reenter the dating pool,...
When couples with children finalize a divorce in New York, a formal parenting plan will spell out each party’s parental rights and responsibilities. In the process of negotiating the custody and visitation elements of a parenting plan, it is important to resolve how...
When you decided to end your marriage, you probably had a list of reasons it simply was not working. Still, if you share children with your ex-spouse, you likely cannot cut him or her out of your life forever. This may be true whether you are a custodial or...
You may be considering a prenuptial agreement now that your engagement is official. Securing this type of legal document can seem like a pessimistic action. However, many of the ideas surrounding nuptial arrangements are misconceptions. Here, we look at some of the...
If you and your spouse are divorcing due to adultery or infidelity issues, you are not alone. Adultery is a common reason for divorce and can impact the outcome. In New York, divorces can either be no-fault or fault-based. However, allegations alone are not enough to...
During the process of separating or divorcing your spouse, of primary concern is which one of you will get custody of the children. Unless you and your ex-partner have a reasonable custody and visitation agreement, the courts will decide who to award primary/sole or...