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If you are going through a divorce, the question of alimony (spousal support) is crucial to address, as it can result in significant financial implications for both parties. In New York divorce cases, alimony is generally ordered in litigated cases to help both spouses maintain a living standard sim...

If you are in New York and considering divorce, it might be a good time to familiarize yourself with the various grounds for divorce recognized by the state. Understanding these grounds can be crucial as they dictate the legal basis on which you can seek a divorce. New York allows for both fault and...

Are you considering divorce and wondering whether you’re going to lose your business in the process? While a business may be subject to property division under New York family law, it's important to understand that this doesn't necessarily mean you will lose it. New York is an equitable distribution...

When you are going through a divorce, there are many uncertainties you may face. One common concern involves what will happen to the family home if you decide to leave during the process. The short answer is, you will not lose the house. The choice of whether or not to stay in your marital house dur...

The assets you owned before getting married are typically considered separate property in the event of a divorce. However, if you mix or commingle these assets with marital or jointly-owned property during the marriage, it can complicate the determination of what portion of the asset’s value remains...

If you or your spouse benefit from restricted stock units (RSUs), you may be wondering how they may be handled by the courts in the event of a litigated divorce. Like every other asset, the courts will first seek to determine whether the RSUs are separate assets or marital assets. There are several ...

Most of the time, the assets you acquire during a marriage are considered marital property and assets acquired before marriage – or when inherited or gifted to one spouse during marriage – are considered separate property. While this is usually the case, sometimes the status of these assets may chan...

Ending a toxic marriage can bring a much-needed breath of fresh air into your life. When children are involved, the circumstances may not be as straightforward. Children generally need attention from both parents and maintaining a healthy relationship with both parents is often ideal for their emoti...

During divorce, courts may award maintenance to help enable a financially disadvantaged spouse to maintain a reasonable standard of living. Getting disqualified from receiving ongoing maintenance payments can have serious consequences for the spouse who either anticipates or who has already been rel...