Oftentimes when a couple in Long Island is married, one spouse will choose to stay out of the workforce to raise the family. However, when a couple in such a situation is married for 10 years or more, and later decide to divorce, this puts the stay-at-home spouse at a...
Year: 2021
The advantages of a prenuptial agreement
Many people who are preparing to get married are uncomfortable with the idea of a prenuptial agreement. They may feel that signing such an agreement is counterproductive at a time when they are preparing to spend the rest of their lives with their soon-to-be spouse....
New York alternative dispute resolution options
Divorce can be difficult for couples to go through. It may be helpful for them to understand alternative dispute resolution options which can reduce the anxiety and the expense of a traditional court process. Mediation In a mediation, a neutral person called a...
Don’t overlook the importance of a father in a child’s life
It’s an unfortunate reality that society tends to view mothers as more important than fathers when it comes to child custody matters. The fact of the matter, though, is that fathers have rights that are recognized by the courts, and judges understand that men and...
Is an uncontested divorce right for me?
There is a perception that every divorce in New York and across the United States involves couples who are disagreeing about every issue in their case and cannot find any area of common ground. While that might be true in the more prominent cases that are reported on...
Kids need attention in a divorce or separation
Ending a marriage or relationship can impact many people in addition to the couple. But children may face additional difficulties. According to a recent study published in the Jan. 12 edition of Child Development, children who watch their parents argue during a...
How can I obtain an order for protection?
Orders for protection (“OFP”) are a restraint placed on another person for the protection of another person. OFPs can order the perpetrator to remain a certain distance from the protected person, move out of a home, follow custody orders, pay child support, or not...
How can I obtain an order for protection?
Orders for protection (“OFP”) are a restraint placed on another person for the protection of another person. OFPs can order the perpetrator to remain a certain distance from the protected person, move out of a home, follow custody orders, pay child support, or not...
The five emotional stages of divorce
When a Long Island area couple gets married, they assume it will be forever. Unfortunately, life happens, and many marriages do not last forever. Those who are going through a divorce know it is both emotionally and financially traumatic. But it may be surprising...

