Incarcerated Parents have Rights Too
In the United States, there are approximately five million children born to a parent that has been incarcerated at one point in his or her life. Oftentimes, the incarceration of one or both parents can negatively affect a child, especially those in their earlier years of childhood. According to the Bureau of Justice Statistics, from […]
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 […]