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Marriage is a personal commitment, but it is also a legal and financial partnership. In New York, couples can define the terms of that partnership through written agreements. Whether you are planning a wedding or are already married, understanding your options is important. A New York City prenuptial agreement attorney can help you evaluate...

Many people view prenuptial agreements as permanent and unbreakable. While New York courts generally enforce them, a prenup is not immune from challenge. In certain situations, a judge may set it aside. A New York City prenuptial agreement attorney can help you understand when that may apply. The Presumption That Prenups Are Enforceable New...

For many fathers in New York, seeking to modify a child custody order can feel intimidating. Life rarely stays the same after a divorce or custody judgment, and parenting arrangements that once worked may no longer reflect a child’s needs or a parent’s ability to stay involved. A New York City fathers' rights attorney...

Ending a marriage often comes with a strong desire for closure. Once the major issues seem resolved, many people are tempted to sign a stipulation of settlement or global agreement simply to move on. However, when navigating the legal and financial consequences of divorce, consulting a New York City divorce attorney from the Law...

When a couple decides to live apart or end their marriage, a separation agreement can seem like a straightforward solution, but rushing to sign one without good advice can create problems down the road. If you are heading down this path, talking to an experienced New York City legal separation attorney is one of...

Getting married is an exciting time, but it also means making some practical decisions together. One of the biggest is figuring out how you will handle your finances, both during the marriage and if you ever part ways. A prenuptial agreement, or prenup, is a tool that can help you both get on the...

High net worth divorces in New York are rarely straightforward. When a marriage involves real estate, private businesses, and international investments, the financial picture quickly becomes complicated. Unfortunately, when the stakes are high, one spouse may try to shield property or funds to keep them out of the final settlement. At the Law Office...

Determining child support is one of the central legal issues that arises during divorce or separation. Our experienced New York City child support attorneys at the Law Office of Vivien I. Stark, P.C., understand that for parents of children with special needs, relying solely on standard child support formulas often fails to reflect the...