When looking to dissolve a marriage, one will have to look at the rules of the state in which he or she lives. Divorce laws are not governed at the federal level. Instead, every state has primary control over what divorce laws it deems appropriate. For those seeking divorce in New York, legal counsel can …
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Every state has different laws regarding property division and marriage dissolution. In New York, when getting a divorce, property is subject to equitable division laws. This means that each spouse should be able to walk away from the marriage with a fair share of marital assets and anything he or she personally brought to the …
Believe it or not, when one files for divorce matters. The time of year in which a dissolution of marriage is sought and how one goes about it can affect the final settlement and one’s future financial situation. Whether residing in New York or elsewhere, strategic planning can make the divorce process much easier to …
Social media is not going away. For most people in New York and elsewhere, using social media sites is a part of every day life. Unfortunately, there are times when using or posting certain things on such sites can be damaging. When getting a divorce, for example, it is best to steer clear of social …
When getting a divorce, whether in New York or elsewhere, there are a lot of decisions that have to be made. Some may be fairly simple, but others can be really difficult. The property division aspect of divorce, in particular, can lead to a number of arguments and require a bit of negotiation. After all, …
Numerous couples in New York and elsewhere own businesses together. What happens to these businesses when these couples choose to divorce? Unfortunately, the future of a family-owned company can cause quite a divorce dispute. When a couple opts to divorce, unless a prenuptial agreement is in place, all marital assets — including a shared business …
When getting a divorce, one’s financial future may seem a bit frightening. For spouses who have been stay-at-home parents or who make less than their soon-to-be exes, trying to figure out how they are going to get by economically can be challenging. Thankfully, for those who qualify, New York does allow for spousal support orders …
We all tend to think of our social media accounts as relatively private venues, places where we can simply connect with friends in an informal setting. Few people worry about a Facebook post or Tweet negatively affecting the rest of their lives. However, the truth is that social media profiles, posts and photos are becoming …
Choosing to end one’s marriage is never an easy decision, as virtually no one goes into marriage planning for it to fail. Marriage takes work, and before divorce is considered, most couples will try all other available options to help resolve their differences and stay together. However, when all is said and done, for some …
There are numerous couples in New York who are working toward dissolving their marriages. Unfortunately, the divorce process does not always go as planned. There are things that may occur that can sideline any progress and require couples to put their plans on hold, and that is okay. While there are a variety of things …