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Sep
Most people are familiar with the traditional image of divorce: two spouses, two attorneys, and a courtroom battle that can drag on for months or years. What fewer people know is that New York State recognizes an alternative path called collaborative divorce, a process built arou...
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Sep
For many parents going through a divorce, custody is the single most important issue on the table. Understanding how the custody process actually works in New York, from the initial filing through a possible trial, can help ease some of the uncertainty that comes with this part o...
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Sep
Going through a divorce in New York means opening up every corner of your financial life, and the same is true for your spouse. Complete financial disclosure is not optional. It is a requirement of New York law, built into the divorce process from the very beginning. For many peo...
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Sep
Custody disputes rarely follow a single script. While many parents work through the standard process of establishing custody, access, and child support, some families face circumstances that add another layer of complexity. Whether the parents were never married, one parent is co...
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Sep
A postnuptial agreement lets married couples in New York put new financial terms in writing after the wedding, and courts review these agreements more closely than prenuptial ones. Key Takeaways: New York postnuptial agreements are governed by the same statute as prenuptial agre...
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Aug
A custody order is meant to bring stability to a family after a divorce or separation, but life does not stand still. Careers change, children grow older, and circumstances that made sense at the time of the original order can shift dramatically in the years that follow. New York...
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Jul
In New York divorce and family law, three types of agreements have the power to fundamentally shape the outcome of a separation: prenuptial agreements, postnuptial agreements, and settlement agreements. Understanding what each one does, how it works, and when it can be challenged...
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Jul
When parents in New York divorce or separate, custody is often the most emotionally charged issue in the entire proceeding. Understanding the difference between legal custody and physical custody - and how courts approach each - is essential for any parent navigating this process...
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Jul
More married couples in New York are signing postnuptial agreements, not because their marriage is struggling, but because their finances have changed in ways worth putting in writing. Key Takeaways: A postnuptial agreement can be signed at any point during a New York marriage ...
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Jun
Divorce is rarely a simple process, and when significant assets are involved, the financial stakes are high. New York follows the principle of equitable distribution, meaning marital property is divided fairly, though not always equally. Understanding which assets are subject to ...
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Jun
Many parents see the advantages of saving for their child's education with a 529 Plan, but they may not realize the challenges that can arise when it’s time to use those funds. Questions about educational expenses can come up years after a divorce or settlement, especially if fam...
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Jun
When a marriage ends in New York, one of the most consequential questions both spouses face is: what happens to what we built together? The answer lies in the doctrine of equitable distribution, the legal framework that governs how marital property is divided in a divorce. Unders...
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