Divorce

Often, when emotions are running high and one spouse is considering separation, it's tempting for that spouse to simply get up and walk out the door. However, before leaving, an individual considering divorce usually benefits from first securing his or her financial...

For millennial couples in New York and all over the country, there's a new marriage trend. Prenuptial agreements are on the rise nationwide, but for this generation, it's not just about the cash. Whereas in the past, prenups generally covered the protection of...

Although some couples remain amicable when they decide to end their marriages, the whole experience remains an unpleasant experience for many. Most New York residents would probably prefer to get it over and done with so that they may move forward and build a new...

Celebrities aren't the only ones getting divorced these days. Many New York residents go through the divorce process every year, dividing their assets and arranging for custodial arrangements when children are involved. Although each divorce is unique, what...

Couples can choose to end their marriages at any time of year. However, according to a new study, the amount of people filing for divorce peaks two times per year -- in March and August. The study, which occurred outside of New York state, took place over the course...

Divorces in and of themselves can be challenging enough for all involved. The thought of having to go through a trial may be more than some New York residents going through a divorce can bear to even consider. For these individuals, out-of-court settlements may be a...

Some New York couples who are ending their marriages might qualify for an annulment and not even realize it. In short, a valid marriage is dissolved by a divorce, while an invalid one is erased by an annulment. An annulment basically makes the marriage contract...

Choosing to end one's marriage is a difficult decision with which comes the challenging task of strategically separating assets. How assets are ultimately divided in a divorce can have a major impact on one's financial future. Some divorcing couples in New York and...

To some New York residents, the very word divorce can bring to mind high drama and stories that would make any war stories of their grandparents pale in comparison. Others may think of people whose divorces were, comparably, quite simple. Whether a divorce is more or...

Some New York parents may get frustrated with making monthly alimony payments. Some may wonder if there is a way to avoid them altogether, as the potential consequences for missing a payment can be severe. Others may wish to avoid making monthly alimony payments...