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When one person files for divorce, they serve their spouse the divorce papers. They may do this themselves, or they may have the papers served by a third party. Either way, their spouse gets the divorce petition, which they are then supposed to sign and file appropriately. Once they do that, the div...
July 27,2024 01:51 AM
Marriage should be a partnership built on trust and mutual respect. However, some relationships can turn dark when one partner exerts financial control over the other. While this form of abuse often goes unnoticed, it can have devastating consequences. Below are three warning signs of financial abus...
July 25,2024 01:57 AM
You’re the epitome of confidence outside your home, and people always tell you how much they admire your strength – and that makes bearing the secret abuse you’re experiencing at home somehow even harder. Despite the popular notion that only “weak” women get abused, the reality is that strong –...
July 09,2024 07:32 PM
When you’re going through a divorce, the last thing you expected was a great investment opportunity to land in your lap – but it has. Should you let it pass you by since you’re in the middle of your breakup? There’s no simple yes-or-no answer to this question, because what’s right for you might...
July 09,2024 07:26 PM
When you enter into a prenuptial agreement, you hope that it will provide clarity and protection for your future. While prenups can be highly effective, certain circumstances can make them invalid. Here are four key reasons why you might challenge a prenup in New York:
Reason 1: Lack of full disclo...
July 04,2024 07:23 AM
These days, it isn’t unusual for people to try to diversify their income streams, so that they aren’t reliant on one source for their financial stability. A lot can be said about having “passive income” going into your bank account.However, when couples divorce, their passive income streams are just...
June 25,2024 10:20 PM
One of the most difficult aspects of a New York divorce is dividing up the marital property – particularly when there are complicated real estate holdings. If you and your spouse have a vacation home, there are a few things you need to understand as you approach the asset-division process of yo...
June 25,2024 10:19 PM
It’s been said that marriage is all about feelings, but divorce is all about practical and financial considerations – and that’s largely true. Whatever the emotions that are going on behind the scenes, the focus of the divorce process is largely on ensuring a fair and equitable resolution of all the...
June 10,2024 08:11 PM
It’s easy to get confused about the divorce process in New York State, largely because not every issue connected with a divorce is handled in the same place. Issues involving custody, visitation, child support and spousal support may all be addressed in Family Court – but only the Supreme Court can ...
June 10,2024 07:55 PM
When you are going through a divorce, understanding key roles can help clarify the legal proceedings. Knowing who the plaintiff and the defendant are is crucial for ensuring a smooth process.
The role of the plaintiff
In a divorce case, the plaintiff sets the legal process in motion at the courthou... May 31,2024 01:46 PM
