Buffalo Divorce Blog
Todd Palin files for divorce
Sarah Palin came out of nowhere when senator John McCain chose her as his running mate during his 2008 presidential campaign. The former Governor of Alaska was something of a loose cannon and was famously known for “going rogue” because of her habit of...
Three sets of numbers mean a lot in a military divorce
Most military personnel are used to alphabet soups of acronyms, abbreviations and numbers. Their spouses, family and friends get used to them eventually. When trying to understand what a military divorce may mean to you and your family, you’re likely to...
Prenups are rarely ironclad
Robert De Niro is famous for his long and celebrated acting career thanks to such films as “Raging Bull,” “The Deer Hunter” and “Meet the Fockers.” Despite his fame, De Niro closely guards his privacy, so he is likely not happy that...
Mistakes new stepparents should avoid
A blended family offers a unique chance for love and happiness for spouses after one or both has gone through a divorce. Stepfamilies face different challenges from their previous marriages as they form a new family structure, which can include a new parent or...
Grey divorce has a more significant financial impact on women
Divorce rates overall have continued to fall for a variety of reasons. The notable exception is couples over the age of 50, whose demographic continues to grow. The reasons for these so-called “grey divorce” often involve couples growing apart over time,...
The do’s and don’ts of marital property
Property division can be a serious point of contention when couples get divorced. Here in New York, marital property is divided in a fair and equitable manner while an individual's separate property remains theirs wholly. The wrinkle is that couples who bring their...
Does social media play a role in divorce cases?
In the last several years, social media has played a bigger and bigger role in divorce cases. With 68% of adults reporting they are Facebook users, three-quarters of those using the social media platform daily, it’s not surprising that for couples facing...
Same-sex divorces pose unique challenges
Same-sex marriage has been the law of the land here in the United States since 2015, when the Supreme Court repealed the Defense of Marriage Act. Since then there have been an estimated 491,000 same-sex marriages. Many couples live happily together, but some encounter...
Tips for dads building stronger connections with their kids
Father’s Day is almost here, so we thought it would be nice to share some thoughts on how dads can strengthen bonds with their children after divorce. Regardless of whether the process was acrimonious or amicable, it is a fact that dynamic has changed with...
What is separate property in a divorce?
A divorce can cause a lot of uncertainty. You may wonder about how much time you’ll be able to spend with your children, whether your retirement savings will be divided, how your property and assets will be split, whether you’ll be able to retain your...
