You and your spouse are getting divorced, so you know that that means it’s time to divide your assets. Marital property has to be split up between the two of you. Separate property is often just retained by the owner. The problem is that some of that marital property...
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How are retirement accounts divided during divorce?
People going through a divorce must divide the assets they accumulated during the marriage. This includes their retirement accounts. Some couples are lucky because each person has their own account, and both accounts are relatively equal. In that case, both parties...
Is it legal to leave NY with a child if there’s no custody order?
Child custody matters can be complex and emotionally charged, particularly when parents do not have a custody order in place – and this is particularly true when one parent decides that they suddenly want to relocate somewhere out of New York state with their child....
Is your spouse hiding assets from you?
Property division is a crucial aspect of divorce. New York follows an equitable distribution law, which means marital property is divided as fairly as possible. Couples can have a smooth property division, but some factors can make the process difficult, including...
Parallel parenting: Considerations for this parenting style
Separation or divorce often challenges parents to determine the most effective child custody arrangement. Traditional co-parenting strategies may not always be feasible, particularly in high-conflict situations. In such cases, a form of co-parenting known as parallel...
4 tips to apply when going through a high-asset divorce
Going through a divorce requires being informed to make the right moves. And people going through a high-asset divorce may need more information due to the complexity of their process, particularly property division. This guide discusses four tips to apply when going...
Why clarifying your priorities is important during divorce
Clarifying your priorities during a divorce is of utmost importance as it provides you with a clear sense of direction and enables you to make informed decisions. During a divorce, emotions can run high, and it's easy to become overwhelmed by the multitude of...
Making virtual visitation arrangements work for everyone
Making virtual visitation work for both co-parents is crucial for maintaining strong parent-child relationships and promoting effective co-parenting. Yet, this is certainly easier said than done. Arrangements that work for all must consider the needs of both...
How much impact could infidelity have on a New York divorce?
Infidelity is a common catalyst for divorce in New York. Spouses who learn that their partner has been unfaithful may no longer be able to trust sharing their home, their health and their finances with that other person. Oftentimes, the spouse who discovers the...
Why divorce after 50 can be especially difficult for women
You’ve probably seen the statistics showing that divorce among Americans 50 and older has increased significantly over the past 30+ years. You’ve likely also heard (and maybe cringed at) the term “gray divorce.” If you’re in that age group and you and/or your spouse...