On behalf of Law Offices of Kristine M. Demo-Vazquez, P.C. | Apr 3, 2020 | Uncategorized
Divorce and family law have always been overshadowed by myths and half-truths. From exaggerated stories depicted in the media to divorced individuals who misrepresent their circumstances to elicit sympathy or pity from others, there are many sources of misinformation...
On behalf of Law Offices of Kristine M. Demo-Vazquez, P.C. | Jan 21, 2020 | Uncategorized
In last week’s post, we reviewed how child support gets determined in New York divorce cases. While most parents comply with such financial assistance orders, there are situations in which people cannot or choose not to pay. We have helped numerous parents understand...
On behalf of Law Offices of Kristine M. Demo-Vazquez, P.C. | Dec 17, 2019 | Uncategorized
More couples over the age of 50 are filing for a divorce in New York as a way to start a new chapter in their lives. For many, requesting proceeds from a soon-to-be-ex-spouse’s retirement fund may provide the financial means to reach their goals. Because the...
On behalf of Law Offices of Kristine M. Demo-Vazquez, P.C. | Oct 23, 2019 | Uncategorized
A QDRO, or qualified domestic relations order, is a legal decree issued by the court as part of divorce proceedings. When dividing marital assets, the court may decide that one spouse can claim a portion of the other spouse’s retirement account. The QDRO...
On behalf of Law Offices of Kristine M. Demo-Vazquez, P.C. | Oct 9, 2019 | Uncategorized
Though you likely did not enter your New York marriage with the assumption that it will one day end, it would be wise for you and your spouse to operate in such a way that would ensure the best possible financial outcome should you one day decide to part ways. In...
On behalf of Law Offices of Kristine M. Demo-Vazquez, P.C. | Jun 12, 2019 | high asset divorce, Uncategorized
Divorce involves many decisions that can have far-reaching consequences. While the priority is the well-being of the children, financial experts see critical fiscal errors often during or after a divorce. The frustrating part is that these missteps can often be...
