With most schools in New York out or almost out, divorced parents may suddenly find themselves away from their children for extended periods of time, depending on their child custody arrangement. Many parents split summer break, while others alternate physical custody...
Month: May 2018
Why is standard of living important in a divorce?
The division of one house into two in a divorce means that income, assets and debts will be divided in a certain manner between the divorcing couple. Usually, one spouse, the one who was earning more money during the marriage, financially supports the other spouse for...
The road to a divorce doesn’t have to be traveled alone
Deciding to pursue a divorce is often a difficult decision for New York residents. Most people have a plan and it gives them comfort-they know what they want to achieve and how to go about achieving it. The decision to divorce often throws a curveball into the...
Is there a link between a woman’s career surge and divorce?
New Yorkers like to think that they are very progressive in both thought and action, which is probably why it may come as a surprise to them that a recent study found that a woman's promotion at her job may increase the chances of her getting a divorce.Swedish...
Dealing with the financial fallout of divorce
If you've been involved in a lengthy or costly divorce, there's no question that you may still need time to recover from it financially. Being on the end of the divorce where you lose your home, your assets or income, is devastating.There's also the reality that those...
Establish and modify a child support order
Family is often the most important thing in life and many people end up staying in difficult marriages for the sake of their children. However, with the help of experienced professionals, like those at the Hobika Law Firm, people can take steps to protect what is...