You and your ex-spouse might be able to resolve child custody issues outside court. However, if you can't agree on crucial matters, an unsafe activity or parental alienation is happening, or one parent is engaging in inappropriate behavior that affects the children,...
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What types of spousal maintenance are available in New York?
After a divorce, some exes receive a form of monetary compensation called spousal maintenance. Spousal maintenance, sometimes called spousal support or alimony, is a type of payment one spouse gives to the other to offset the cost of the divorce process as well as to...
Preparing your finances for divorce: 3 helpful tips
For some couples, no amount of reconciliation or counseling is enough to revive their dimming love and save their marriage. Part of the divorce process involves dividing marital property according to New York’s equitable distribution laws. While each divorce case is...
Can you still see your child when you’re behind on support?
Divorce can be an opportunity for a fresh start but it also presents some challenges. The family court will rule on various issues, including custody and child support. Based on your income and your spouse’s financial position, the court may order that you pay child...
3 ways to reduce conflict as you adjust to shared custody
Going from an unsatisfying romantic relationship to a co-parenting relationship is a difficult transition. It is common for parents to struggle with everything from how they split their schedule to disciplinary standards for their children. While it may be natural for...
Set the tone early in the divorce
Going through a divorce is a difficult experience for everyone involved. It’s crucial for parents to ensure they have everything set for the children, so everyone knows what to expect. One of the biggest mistakes parents make during this time is setting unrealistic...
Tips for using social media during your New York divorce
Websites like Facebook and Instagram allow you to stay in touch with the people you care about no matter the distance between you. Social media is usually harmless and enjoyable, but it might affect your divorce if you aren’t careful. When you share images and posts...
Do tough economic times lead to more divorces?
The stability of your marriage may have nothing to do with the price of bread, gasoline or school supplies. However, there are a lot of researchers out there studying the effect of inflation and other negative economic factors like unemployment on divorce rates. Even...
What you should know before taking your child on a holiday trip
If you’re separated but haven’t begun the divorce process, you and your co-parent may not have discussed in detail how far each of you can travel with your kids. That’s something you’ll need to codify as part of your custody agreement and parenting plan. What kind of...
Can you secure a fair portion of your home’s equity in a divorce?
Many people have heard exaggerated or outright inaccurate stories about what happens in divorce. Some people will claim that their ex forced them out of the home and then deprived them of their assets. However, the New York approach to divorce does not typically allow...