Marc Jacob

Mediation and couples counseling are completely separate, and possibly opposite, actions. Couples counseling is a process where couples meet with a therapist or other counselor to examine issues in the relationship and attempt to develop strategies to deal with them and grow the … [Read more...] about How Is Mediation Different From Counseling For Couples Considering Divorce In Queens?

Mediation is a way of approaching divorce in a more rational and calm manner than a typical litigated divorce allows for. In a mediated divorce, parties meet in structured sessions to discuss issues like parenting, division of property, financial arrangements, and any other elements specific to … [Read more...] about What Is A Mediated Divorce In Queens?

Increasingly, as couples consider divorce and the issues relevant to them in their marriages, one of the big questions they face is, “Who gets the dog?” For many people in Queens, a beloved dog, cat, or other pet provides a similar type of emotional bond that one might share with a child, creating a … [Read more...] about Who Gets The Dog In Our Divorce In Queens?

Whether a divorce will end up contested, and ultimately handled in court, is entirely up to the couple in question, but generally speaking, if you simply can’t find a negotiated settlement to one or more issues related to the divorce, you will be facing a contested action. Some lawyers and judges … [Read more...] about When Is A Contested Divorce Necessary In Queens?

No, after the age of 18, the court no longer has jurisdiction over where you child spends their time. Realistically, the teen years will see far less involvement by judges, as they understand that teens are increasingly independent and will often go through rebellious phases. Despite this, your … [Read more...] about Does Visitation Continue To Age 21 In Queens?

Judges in Queens have many ways to enforce compliance with court orders, including monetary judgments against violators, suspension of driving and recreational privileges, even suspending professional licenses in the state. In some cases, you may face jail time. It’s generally a very bad idea to … [Read more...] about What Are The Penalties For Violating A Court Order In Queens?