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Dissolving a marriage can be one of the most challenging decisions a person makes, even in the best situation. When a couple cannot agree on provisions within the divorce, another layer of anxiety is added to an already complicated process. Whether the disagreement is about child custody, equitable distribution, alimony, or divorce in general,...

Child custody can be confusing, and for a good reason. The states, including New York, use different terms to describe parents’ legal rights and responsibilities to their children. Parents must know and understand the terms used in their state to avoid making child custody mistakes that could affect their families now and in the...

Finding the right divorce attorney can be a challenge. While there may be several good attorneys in your area, you must choose a divorce attorney you can work comfortably alongside through what will likely be one of the most challenging times in your life. You should meet with more than one attorney before making...

In New York, divorce proceedings have NO EFFECT on a power of attorney. If your spouse is your designated agent, they remain so until you formally revoke the power of attorney or a divorce decree is issued. Simply executing a new power of attorney does not fulfill these requirements. Revoking a Power of Attorney...

While New York does not have a waiting period for a divorce, there are requirements that spouses must meet before a court grants final divorce orders. To ensure your New York divorce proceeds in a timely manner, review the following and secure the help of an experienced New York divorce attorney to aid you...

Not all divorces are solved amicably. However, coming to divorce negotiations prepared can make the process run more smoothly and improve your chances of meeting your divorce goals. Preparation is also the key to successful divorce litigation. The following tactics are recommended by some of New York’s top divorce attorneys and should be considered...

Changing custody attorneys is ultimately your decision or yours and your attorney’s mutually agreed decision at any time in your child custody case. Whether you should do so rests on your reasons for making the change, especially if you are in the midst of a heated child custody dispute. Before making any decisions, consider...

Domestic violence can affect the outcome of a child custody case in New York.  Just what impact domestic violence has on child custody is determined on a case-by-case basis by the family court judge.   The following is an overview of domestic violence and orders of protection in New York child custody cases and a...