Divorces are stressful even when they are amicable. New Yorkers who choose to end their marriage often bring upon themselves months of negotiations over important pieces of their lives, including but not limited to the custody and support of their kids and the...
Month: February 2016
How much child support will I pay this year?
Whenever a New York resident has a question about his or her child support obligation, it is generally helpful for the individual to consult with a family law attorney. This is because every child support order or agreement is different and will incorporate different...
Equitable and equal have different meanings in property division
Different couples may have different ideas about what constitutes fair when it comes to the financial aspects of ending a marriage. Some may feel that everything a couple acquires should be divided in half and shared equally among the soon-to-be former partners....
Don’t post (or at least not too much): why keeping a low profile online makes sense during divorce
If you didn't grow up online, you have to admit the world has changed.Not much more than a decade ago, "social media" probably meant watching television or videos with friends or family. But now Facebook, Twitter, Snapchat and other platforms proliferate. It's...
Wife learns of divorce 20 years after it is granted
Individuals usually enter their marriages with the intentions of staying in them for the rest of their lives. However, as Oneida County residents understand, problems can arise between spouses that force them to evaluate if they should stay united in their...