Divorce

How the marital home is handled is a key question in a Queens divorce, and one that must be resolved before the divorce can be granted. Assuming the property isn’t a separate asset that was purchased by one party prior to the marriage, it will be subject to what is known as equitable … [Read more...] about Who Keeps Our Apartment In Our Queens Divorce?

Pets play an increasingly important role in our lives these days, and when a marriage ends, one of the big questions many Queens couples have to confront is who the pets will live with. From a legal perspective, there’s no statute governing pet ownership or custody during or after a divorce, but … [Read more...] about I Want Custody Of Our Cats In Our Queens Divorce. Can You Help?

Many couples aren’t interested in battling their spouse at the end of a marriage in Queens. There are a number of ways to prevent drawn out conflict. The key for most of our clients is a willingness to negotiate in good faith, and occasionally finding creative solutions to problems that … [Read more...] about We Don’t Want A Messy Divorce In Queens. What Are Our Options?

Keeping your kids secure and protecting their feelings is a primary concern for parents who choose to divorce in Queens. Fortunately, you have many options outside of the stereotypical ugly divorce full of unreasonable demands and courtroom fights. One choice worth exploring is known as … [Read more...] about How Can We Best Protect Our Kids During Our Divorce In Queens?

While everyone’s financial situation is different, there is good reason to think that you’ll need to find some kind of employment outside the home after your divorce in Queens. ' Your divorce may include several components that will make it easier to be there for your children, including spousal … [Read more...] about Will I Have To Go Back To Work After My Divorce If I’ve Been A Stay-At-Home Mom In Queens?

Yes, under New York law, residents of Queens can represent themselves in divorce actions, even when those actions are contested. However, having the right to do something and choosing to do that are different things, and you should know the risks that go with representing yourself in a contested … [Read more...] about Can I Represent Myself In A Contested Divorce In Queens?