Like many families seeking to adopt a child, you are likely unsure how to get the process started. You may have heard horror stories from acquaintances or on the news and feel wary of adoption agencies. One way to protect your own interests, and your heartstrings, as...
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Is there a correlation between social media and divorce?
Over the past few decades, fewer things have impacted daily life like social media. Sharing lives online is second nature for many. Does the online world cause a real-world disconnect with a spouse? The virtual connections made through social media may significantly...
Common pitfalls of asset division
New York State laws require dividing marital properties fairly between both spouses. Common setbacks include splitting assets that may result in debts or capital gains taxes that an unmarried individual may not afford. A couple's residence, for example, typically...
Is alternative dispute resolution a possibility for my divorce?
When it comes to divorce, most people immediately think of high-stakes conflict and nasty, drawn-out courtroom battles. However, not all couples go through traumatic divorces, and many are even able to find harmonious solutions despite a fraught situation....
Grandparents and child visitation post-divorce
Divorce is increasingly common in today's social landscape, and lots of emphasis and attention is rightfully placed upon the best interests of children. Child custody is a primary issue for divorcing couples and sometimes becomes very contentious. However, often...
Tips for an uncontested divorce
The number of marriages that end in divorce is actually lower in New York than a majority of the rest of the country. As of 2016, New York's divorce rate was the lowest is has been in 35 years. Many couples hope for an uncontested divorce. This occurs when...
Consider filing for Chapter 7 bankruptcy before your divorce
Unfortunately, financial problems in your marriage may be leading to a divorce. Money problems and marital difficulties often go hand in hand. If your financial calamity is causing your marriage to end, you may be wondering about the logistics of filing for...
Social media and divorce: What you should not do
If you are getting ready to file for divorce in New York, you may feel tempted to share the news with your friends and family online. Though you are not putting the most intimate details of your relationship on social media, your online activity could derail your...
How to reduce conflict in your divorce
Divorce, by its very nature, is a conflictual event. Two people decide they wish to dissolve their marriage, or, in many cases, one person makes that decision and the other person must cope with the fallout from it. This is one of those life situations that is...
How to co-parent around the holidays
Many people feel the ramifications of a divorce long after getting out of court. For parents, that is no more evident than when they have to decide who the kids will spend the holidays with. The first Christmas or Hanukkah after a divorce can be tough,...