Divorce

It is not required to prove fault in a New York divorce. Accepted grounds for divorce in New York include fault and no-fault reasons. However, if infidelity occurs, it should be discussed as grounds for a New York divorce. A spouse’s infidelity may impact the terms of a New York City divorce. Adultery Must Be...

Divorcing couples in New York are aware of assets that must be divided in divorce, such as the family home, bank accounts, and other assets belonging to both partners. However, many must remember that each partner's retirement accounts and pensions must also be divided in divorce. Let's discuss New York City equitable distribution of retirement savings...

A very common question for many people considering divorce is whether they need an attorney. The answer to this depends on the circumstances in your case and whether or not you have children or significant assets that must be distributed. In our experience, the best way to learn about the benefits or need for...

Individuals who are filing for divorce or who have completed the process may wish to change their name. If you would like to do so, there are several steps to take in New York. This is a legal process that our divorce attorney can help you with if you would like to streamline the...

Divorce involves all aspects of your life, and it may also impact your business. Those who own a business on their own or in a partnership with their spouse may find that the divorce process can be very complicated, especially when you cannot decide fairly how to move forward with divorce from your ex....

Divorce is a necessary step in many situations, and it can happen within the first year of a marriage or decades later. No matter when it happens, a divorce settlement is created as a way to divide shared assets. You may be wondering, though, how the length of the marriage impacts the divorce settlement....

You worked for years, saving for retirement, and have a plan for your estate. You know who you want to inherit your assets and how you want others to be managed. Now, you are considering divorce, and you are unsure what to expect when it comes to the impact of divorce on estate planning...

Many decisions must be considered when a marriage becomes a challenge. The reasons for this shift in relationship are innumerable for an individual, but under the law, an individual must meet specific requirements. And there are choices when partners are not entirely ready to end it all. Making decisions concerning a New York City divorce is...