Learning that your spouse wants to get a divorce may come as a surprise, or you may have been suspecting a move like this. If you don’t want your marriage to end, there are a few tools you can use to try to mend your relationship. If you are unsuccessful, here’s how to reach out […]

Are you planning on getting a divorce? Here’s what you should know about how it could impact your taxes and how to get experienced legal help when you need it most.  Know What Filing Status You’ll Claim  Whether or not your divorce has been finalized plays an important role in how you should file your […]

An annulment is an option that may be available to some couples to end their marriage without going through a divorce. However, not all annulment requests are granted. Here are some reasons why and what you can do after your marriage annulment was denied.  What Is a Marriage Annulment?  An annulment is a legal process […]

Getting a divorce any time of the year can be an exhausting experience, but when you’re faced with the end of your marriage around the holidays, things can become even more complex. Here are our top tips for navigating a holiday divorce and what your next step should be. Be Flexible Flexibility is key for […]

Self-care After A Divorce  Self-care after a divorce is more important than most people think. Here are some ways to nurture yourself during and after such a significant life change.  Make Room for Your Emotions  The process of dissolving a marriage is hard, whether your spouse served you with divorce papers or vice versa. Either […]

Financially Preparing For Divorce If you’re considering getting a divorce, it’s important that you take the time to prepare financially. There are numerous financial aspects of dissolving a marriage and if you aren’t careful, you could end up losing a lot of money. Your spouse could get more than they deserve and you could be […]

Typically, the signature of both spouses is required on the divorce petition to proceed with the dissolution of marriage. However, if your spouse refuses to respond or to sign the divorce papers, does that mean you’re stuck not getting a divorce? Not necessarily. Here’s what to do.  Make Sure Your Spouse Was Properly Served  First, […]

What Questions Should You Ask Your New York Divorce Lawyer? Making the decision to divorce your spouse is nothing less than challenging. However, through a divorce can be suprisingly difficult for those who aren’t familiar with the divorce process or the legal system. Get your bearings by asking your divorce lawyer these 5 critical questions. […]

Enforcing New York Court Orders At the end of a divorce, a court order is generally issued that outlines the divorce terms. For example, the court order will specify who gets what property, how the children will be parented, and so forth. However, if one party fails to adhere to the court order, what should […]

Realizing that your marriage is on the rocks can be a shocking revelation.    Is divorce your only answer, or are there other available options for couples who don’t want to go through the process? Here’s what you should know about divorce alternatives.  Is Annulment an Option?    The annulment of a marriage is an […]