Category Archives: Divorce
What You Need to Know About Annulments in New York
While a divorce is a legal action that officially ends a marriage, an annulment is an action in which the marriage is considered to have never been valid in the first place. Thus, a couple that has obtained an annulment would be considered to have never been legally married in the eyes of the law…. Read More »
What to Know About Equitable Distribution in New York
In New York, the standard for divorcing couples is that their property will be divided in an equitable manner. Note that this does not necessarily mean an equal division, but instead a fair one. When making decisions regarding asset distribution, courts will consider what each spouse brought to the marriage and what each will need… Read More »
How to Start a Divorce Case in New York
Are you wondering what you need to do to get your divorce case started in New York? Your first step will be to purchase an index number at your County Clerk’s Office. Then, you will file a Summons with Notice or a Summons and Verified Complaint, in which you will provide the reasons you are… Read More »
Gillian Hearst Files for Divorce from Husband After 10 Years of Marriage
Gillian Hearst, a socialite and contributor to Town & Country who is the daughter of Patty Hearst and great-granddaughter of William Randolph Hearst, recently filed for divorce from husband Christian Simonds after 10 years of marriage. The couple has three daughters, who are aged four, three and one. In addition to child custody, asset distribution… Read More »
Debunking Some of the Myths Associated with New York Divorces
No two states are exactly alike when it comes to divorce. Thus, it’s perhaps not surprising that there are many myths out there related to the divorce process. Many of the rumors you’ve possibly heard about divorce in New York are untrue or only partially true. Below are some of the most common myths associated… Read More »
Alimony Tax Changes Could Make Divorces More Difficult
Figuring out alimony has never been a simple task for divorce attorneys. Alimony arrangements often become the subject of dispute during the divorce negotiation process. The new tax regulations signed into law by President Donald Trump in December could make determining alimony arrangements even more difficult. For the past several decades, the rules with regard… Read More »
Temporary Orders Can Help Resolve Family Disputes
As you move through the divorce process, you could find that you must make a quick decision related to issues like child support or alimony. In these cases, you may request a temporary order, which will be in effect until a permanent order can be arranged and made official in your divorce decree. If you… Read More »
Tips for Sharing Birthdays, Holidays in a Joint Custody Situation
If you are a parent in a shared custody arrangement after a divorce, birthdays and holidays can be especially difficult times. You may need to accept that your long-time rituals can no longer occur as they once did. However, there are still ways you can make these times of the year special and meaningful. Below… Read More »
When You and Your Spouse Share Friends and are Getting Divorced
One of the more difficult parts of a divorce is how you manage the friendships you share with your former spouse. Your friends may feel like they have to choose one of you over the other. If they do try to maintain friendships with each spouse, it can take some careful social planning to avoid… Read More »