What the Bezos divorce can teach us
News of Jeff and MacKenzie Bezos’ divorce have ricocheted all over the web. This is no surprise considering the world’s richest couple is worth an estimated $137 billion. There were also the salacious details of Jeff's phone getting hacked, so sexts to new girlfriend...
Mental illness can impact child custody
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...
Is your spouse hiding assets?
New York state divides marital assets equitably, which is not the same as half. There are a variety of metrics that go into determining what "equitable" means and a judge will often be used to make a final decision. Generally speaking, however, this means that the...
In your divorce, have you considered your online accounts?
There is a great deal to be decided in a divorce, from property division to child custody and support. While you’re working toward a resolution, have you considered how you’ll divide your social media and entertainment accounts? It may seem like a trivial concern...
How is property divided in New York divorces?
When a couple acquires property or assets during a marriage, they are rarely thinking about what would happen to it if the marriage does not work out. Unfortunately, about 50 percent of marriages end in divorce, which is why it is important to understand how the...
What are the grounds for divorce in New York?
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...
Should I ask for a child support modification?
If you are the primary custodian of your child, it is likely that you receive financial assistance from the other parent in the form of child support. The amount of child support that you receive will largely depend on the income of the other parent. However, there...
Make informed family law decisions about divorce
Many couples on the verge of a separation get through the winter holiday season for their children's sake. Rather than force the children to choose between their parents for the holidays or witness their parents end their marriage on days that should be for making...
Grounds to invalidate a prenuptial agreement
While the benefits of prenuptial or postnuptial agreements are immense when it comes to property division and debt distribution during a divorce, the document is of no value if it is not legally enforceable. Like all contracts, certain legalities must be completed so...
Marital agreements outlining property division can ease divorce
Though the benefits of signing a prenuptial agreement far outweigh the cons of it, many New York residents are still not prepared to enter into such an emotionally charged conversation right before tying the knot. They also believe that talking about divorce might...
