Breaking Up Is Hard To Do
New York Family Law Blog
Initial questions to ask a divorce lawyer
With a matter as important as divorce, you do not want to hire just any lawyer or go into your case blindly. Below are some crucial questions to ask before you begin your divorce. The divorce process Your attorney should be able to explain your options in an...
Is it time to update your estate plan?
New York residents have a lot to consider when working on estate plans. You have to decide how to divide and distribute your assets. You need an executor to carry your will out. It is natural that your wants and needs may change over the years too. What do you do when...
Online and text message content may influence a divorce
Some people would prefer to keep their divorce confidential, but they do not have control over what a soon-to-be ex-spouse posts online. While false statements about an individual could result in a defamation suit, negative content in general may draw unwanted...
Optimizing an inheritance through careful planning
When people in New York receive a large inheritance whether they were expecting it or not, the way they utilize their gift is instrumental in determining how meaningful and beneficial it is. Careful, strategic planning and proper utilization of funds may provide heirs...
What is collaborative divorce?
The word divorce often conjures up images of courtroom battles. There is no doubt that divorce can end up being a very bitter legal process in some cases. However, there are multiple ways to go through divorce. Particularly for those looking at a high asset divorce,...
Do investments matter when choosing a power of attorney?
While planning your estate and deciding on a power of attorney, did you account for your investments? Having a financial POA is undoubtedly essential, but careful planning is especially vital when you have investments to think about. To help you make a favorable...
Divorce and your estate plan
If you are approaching or in the midst of a divorce, you know how hard it can be to figure out how to split assets with your spouse. At this time, it is essential that you seek a divorce agreement that protects your financial future and the financial future of your...
What challenges might we face dividing assets in a gray divorce?
Gray divorce is something that used to be quite rare. Couples usually avoided getting a divorce once they reached their senior years, but in today’s world, divorce for the older generation is not something to avoid anymore. As couples end marriages lasting 30 or more...
Can spouses revoke a prenuptial agreement after marriage?
Prenuptial agreements help couples determine what will happen to the parties' assets in the event of a divorce or a spouse's death. According to an article in Business Insider, there is an increase in the number of prenup agreement requests among Millennials....
Custody and visitation rights for same-sex couples during divorce
If you are a same-sex couple going through a divorce with children, you may have questions about who has custody or visitation rights. The fear that you may not be able to see your children as a nonbiological parent is a real concern that many same-sex couples deal...
