New York’s Family Court provides a way for litigants to address issues regarding issues of divorce, custody, visitation, child support, and spousal support. Refer to our blog to learn what to expect from your family law case, then contact us to request a free, no-obligation consultation.
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Can I Go to Jail for Not Paying Child Support?If you've not been paying child support, you may be worried about jail. There is a wide range of penalties and jail time may result in extreme cases.
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What is Wasteful Dissipation?When a person mismanages money and assets in such a way that they spend everything and the other spouse gets nothing, this is called wasteful dissipation.
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Who is Responsible for Debt in a Divorce?Laws that govern the division of debt vary from state to state. New York is not a community property state, so the debt is split a little differently.
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What is a Settlement Agreement in a Divorce?A marital settlement agreement is required in New York when a couple goes through an uncontested divorce. Learn more about what to include in this document.
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A Guide to Divorce Actions: What is Mediation? What is Arbitration?When deciding to end a marriage, there are several paths to take for issue resolution. Learn about arbitration, mediation and when litigation is recommended.
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What You Need to Know About the Uncontested Divorce ProcessLearn about the differences between a contested vs. uncontested divorce and all about the uncontested divorce process to choose the process that's right for you.
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Division of Assets: Who Gets What in a Divorce?Who gets the house in a divorce? What about in a divorce with children? Learn about the division of assets in a divorce and what assets are often overlooked.
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Same-Sex Divorce Laws in New YorkLearn about the same-sex divorce laws in New York and some complications same-sex couples may face when getting a divorce.
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Grandparent Visitation Rights: What Rights Do Grandparents Have?As a grandparents, you love spending time with your grandchildren. But, what happens if the parents split up? What rights do you have? Read on to learn more.
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What Happens If You Don’t Pay Child Support?Understand the legal consequences of failing to pay child support, including federal penalties and state enforcement methods. Get expert legal help today.
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How Long Do You Have to be Married to Get an Annulment?Learn the legal requirements for marriage annulment. While there's no minimum marriage duration, specific conditions apply. Explore your options.
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How to Prepare for Family CourtFamily court lawyers recommend that you prepare yourselves adequately before appearing in a family court. Learn how you can prepare for family court here.