You may feel angry, frustrated, and upset if you are a noncustodial parent. However, it is vital to your relationship with your child that you put any differences with your spouse aside. The divorce is over, your spouse has custody, and now it is time for you to focus on spending as much time as you can with your children.…
If you have trouble enforcing a child custody agreement, you must seek legal assistance as soon as possible. A team of knowledgeable and experienced attorneys can help you initiate the legal proceedings needed to enforce a child custody agreement. The first action the court takes if a parent violates a child custody agreement is to hold the noncustodial parent in…
Is the divorce rate on the decline? Given the nature of the current economy, are more couples finding it easier to stay together than pay for multiple residences? Actually, in New York State, the divorce rate is on the rise. However, many attorneys attribute the increase to the passing of the no-fault divorce law. Prior to the passing of this…
Divorce can occur suddenly or over the course of many years. Some couples decide that it is time to call it quits after many years. Other couples part ways after a few short weeks. Every divorce case is different. The following list explains some of the most common reasons that people divorce: Infidelity. Some couples manage to get over an…
Marriages fail for a variety of reasons. However, with the help of a tenacious attorney, you can rebuild your life. Divorce is one option. However, depending on the circumstances of your marriage, you may go through a contested or uncontested divorce. While an uncontested divorce is quick and cost effective, a contested divorce can last weeks and even months. For…
This is a common question. The short answer is yes. While you and your spouse may be on the friendliest of terms, you are about to end your marriage and anything can happen. When a marriage ends, disputes have a tendency to appear out of nowhere. If you choose to go forward with your divorce alone, and a conflict arises,…
There is no easy answer to this question. Every divorce case is different. However, the majority of divorce cases are uncontested. This means that the couple was able to agree on issues like alimony, child support, and custody without the assistance of the court. Uncontested divorces are resolved quickly and no court battle occurs. People think every divorce ends with…
Divorce is emotionally devastating for all parties involved, but especially children. However, you can minimize the pain divorce causes your family by doing the following: Cooperate for the sake of your children. Your partnership as a married couple may have ended, but your partnership as parents who love your children must remain. Show your children they are your top priority…
For many couples, infidelity is an unforgivable act of betrayal. It can negatively affect a marriage to the point where divorce is the only option. Each year, a large number of couples end their marriage because one person is unfaithful. New York State recently adopted a no-fault divorce law. As a result, New Yorkers who wish to end their marriage…
Are you and your spouse having problems? Are you considering divorce? If you answered yes to either of these questions, you may be surprised to learn that there are alternatives to traditional and often contentious divorce. For many couples who wish to separate, uncontested divorce is the answer. Yet for others, the following alternatives are more appropriate: Legal separation. If…