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How Can I Retrieve My Personal Possessions from the House?
New York no-fault divorce is anything but easy. No one expects your spouse, for better or for worse, until death do you part, to just quit. Divorce is planning your future and equitable distribution of… Read More
What if he wants to pay the mortgage in place of child support?
Even the most amicable divorce negotiations can quickly become contentious when discussing child support. It is not uncommon for one parent to be willing to spend a large part of their income when they are… Read More
Do I need a lawyer to file the paperwork for an annulment?
Divorces and annulments are two ways to legally end a marriage. However, there’s a very basic difference between the two. With a legal annulment, the court declares that a marriage has been invalid from the… Read More
What are the differences between sole and joint custody orders?
Divorce is a serious step in anyone’s life. Dissolving a partnership has legal consequences. It also has emotional consequences. For those couples with children, the path forward may be particularly hard. It’s important to understand… Read More
What If I Can’t Afford To Pay My Divorce Lawyer Up Front?
If you can’t afford to pay your lawyer upfront, you are not out of luck. It’s true that many attorneys charge by the hour or require a retainer fee. Many people struggle to come up… Read More
What Will the Judge Decide in My Divorce Case?
A divorce case may involve several elements, including division of property and debts, child custody, child support and spousal maintenance/alimony. Each aspect of a divorce is subject to specific laws that govern how a court… Read More
Where should I file divorce papers if I have dual citizenship
Divorcing someone can be a complicated and difficult process no matter what circumstances you’re under. There are many emotions that come with the end of a marriage, not to mention the complex legal hurdles you… Read More
How to Get Personal Property Back When the Other Spouse Took Everything
Divorces are full of contentious issues, but property division is one of the most difficult things to address. Finalizing a divorce doesn’t always end the disputes between spouses, and in most cases, one person has to recover… Read More
Do I need a quit claim deed to transfer the property to me?
Divorces can be a complicated process because of the amount of details that need to be considered. All the property and assets in the marriage need to be divided. Real estate counts as marital property…. Read More
Do I have to pay alimony in a divorce?
One of the most common questions that comes up during a divorce proceeding is about whether one spouse needs to pay alimony to the other. Alimony has more recently become known as spousal support in… Read More