Family Law Information Center

Legal and Physical Custody in New York August 13, 2018

A divorce is a very emotional time for the fact that a relationship is coming to an end. When there are kids involved in the level of emotion is increased significantly. If the divorce turns into a ...

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Equitable Distribution of Marital Assets in New York July 20, 2018

Equitable Distribution relates to how property is divided between a couple when they get divorced. Prior to equitable distribution in New York, the main concern was who owned what. Now the law ...

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2014 Changes in New York State Divorce Laws August 14, 2014

2014 ushered in several changes to laws in New York State regarding divorce, custody, and maintenance issues . These changes pertaining to family law are primarily intended to support families that ...

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Why You Want to Treat Your Children Well during the Divorce Process July 31, 2014

The process of divorce is difficult for everyone, but perhaps nobody in the family is as affected by the transition as your children. Children are innocent bystanders in divorce and are at risk for ...

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Talking with Friends and Family about Your Separation - What to Say and When to Say It July 18, 2014

Separating from your spouse is difficult, but it can be even more so without the support of family and friends. Unfortunately, because spouses often share friendships, things can get dicey. Explaining ...

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What Happens if a Spouse Loses a Job after a Divorce Settlement? June 19, 2014

Divorce settlements are intended to be final, but sometimes life interferes with an existing arrangement. Just as things change when you are married, changes can occur when you are divorced. For ...

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