Protecting What Matters Most

Month: August 2024

How long does your spouse have to respond to a divorce petition?

On Behalf of Keith B. Schulefand, Esq. | Aug 24, 2024 | Divorce

You can file for divorce on your own in New York. But after you do so, you have to serve your spouse – or hire someone to serve them for you – by giving them a copy of the divorce petition. They then have to respond to that petition so that the court can get the...

Tips for long-distance parenting

On Behalf of Keith B. Schulefand, Esq. | Aug 15, 2024 | Child Custody

When parents end their romantic relationship, it’s possible that they won’t remain in the same geographic area. This can pose a challenge when it comes to the children because one parent will have to be a long-distance parent. Fortunately, technology and travel...