Family Law

Domestic violence or intimate partner violence makes an already stressful situation so much worse. For many survivors of domestic violence, leaving the abusive partner took months or years of planning to execute. The unknown is a terrifying experience, but thankfully, New York divorce law provides some protections to support financial and resource security for...

Custody disputes and agreements can be incredibly stressful for everyone involved. In an ideal situation, the adults are amicable and respectful of each other while always considering what is best for the children. When your child’s other parent is unable to agree on options that meet these criteria, you may seek additional support from...

Relationships are complicated, especially when a marriage is being dissolved. Most people are familiar with the idea of ‘grounds for divorce’ without completely knowing what it means. At the Law Office of Vivien F Stark PC, we know that each divorce situation is unique. While irreconcilable differences may fit many situations without extreme conflict,...

Taxes can be stressful even when you feel like you have the rest of your life together. When you add in the stress of divorce, thinking about how to approach taxes can feel insurmountable. This may be something to discuss with your New York City divorce attorney. When you work with Vivien F Stark...

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...

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...

Divorce is stressful, and uncertainty of the future can lead to overwhelm. Significant assets in a marriage may exist, complicating an already tense situation. How they will be divided is often unclear. Ensuring the guidance you receive to navigate a New York high-net-worth divorce is sound and unrelenting will help secure the most favorable outcome to...