When to Hire a Divorce Lawyer
New York’s complex laws make it very difficult for couples who try to tackle divorce without the help of lawyers. Relying on advice from friends or the internet exposes people to costly mistakes and adds even more burdens at an already stressful time. If the parties are looking to save expense and they agree on key issues, […]
The First Steps in Obtaining a New York Divorce
In 2010, New York became the final state to introduce no-fault divorce. To obtain this type of divorce, one of the spouses must affirm that the relationship has been irreparably damaged for at least six months. But even simple, uncontested divorces require detailed paperwork to be filed. Jurisdiction lies with the Supreme Court in the […]
Child Support in New York: Know Your Rights
New York’s child support laws are an essential tool to protect children and their parents. When parents aren’t living together, the state often requires one parent to pay another parent money in order to contribute to the costs of raising a child. While this may seem straightforward, conflicts often arise out of issues related to […]
Understanding New York’s Updated Alimony Law
Governor Andrew Cuomo recently signed a bill into law that changes the way the state’s courts calculate alimony payments. The bill institutes guidelines for temporary maintenance and post-divorce alimony. The most important changes in the new policy are a lower cap on income counted in the calculation of payments and the removal of a policy […]
How Does New York No-Fault Divorce Law Relate to Contested Divorce?
In a contested divorce, couples have one or more disagreements about how to deal with child custody, child support, spousal support or marital property division. Contested issues can exist in both fault-based and no-fault divorces. A no-fault divorce is one that bases divorce grounds on the irretrievable breakdown of the marriage. A Brooklyn contested divorce […]
Under What Types of Circumstances Do New York Courts Not Uphold a Prenup?
When creating a prenuptial agreement with your prospective spouse, it is wise to consult a Brooklyn prenuptial agreement attorney to make sure your agreement is valid and fair. New York Domestic Relations Law (DRL) 236[B](3) is the basic statute that establishes prenuptial agreements as valid legal instruments in New York. However, there are cases where New […]
How Does a Legal Separation Work in New York?
Depending on your marital circumstances, you may want to consider a legal separation instead of a divorce, or using a legal separation as a means of eventually filing for divorce. A Brooklyn attorney can help you weigh your options and make an informed decision. New York Domestic Relations Law (DRL) 170.6 allows couples to legally separate. To […]