If you have a court order for child support, that order could be in effect for many years, depending on your child’s age. And as every parent knows, when you have children, life rarely stays the same for very long. It only makes sense, then, that a…
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Adoption can be a wonderful way to start or expand your family. There are many ways to adopt, including through stepparent adoption, relative/kinship adoption, or private adoption with an attorney’s help. However you plan to adopt, you might be app…
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Conflict is an unfortunate reality during the divorce process for most spouses who share children. However, the way in which you and your ex choose to move forward and parent will have a significant impact on your children’s lives. Although there i…
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If you’re thinking about parting ways with your spouse, you may be wondering what the differences are between a contested vs. uncontested divorce. The type of divorce will determine how your case moves forward and who decides the outcome. Criticall…
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While many people are familiar with the process of adopting a child, they may not be aware that in New York State, you can also adopt an adult. Not to be confused with a guardianship — which is temporary — adult adoption creates a permanent legal…
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Ending your marriage might be one of the hardest things you do during your lifetime. Making the decision to divorce can be emotional and stressful — and you likely have many questions about the legal process. While every case is different, it’s i…
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When a New York court evaluates a child custody or support matter, the “best interests of the child” come first and foremost. While parents are free to enter into a custody arrangement outside of court using mediation or another alternative dispu…
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A high asset divorce, also referred to as a high net worth divorce, is one that involves a substantial amount of assets. This can give rise to complex legal issues, complicated financial considerations, privacy concerns, and tax consequences, making…
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Most divorce cases — even if they begin as contested matters — are settled prior to trial. Once information has been exchanged during the discovery process and depositions have been held, the parties can usually resolve their issues through media…
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In many divorce cases, spousal support — commonly referred to as “alimony” — is awarded to maintain the financial status quo and ensure a dependent spouse is able to become self-supporting. However, spousal support isn’t always set in stone…
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