DIVORCE
Uncontested Divorce
A divorce can proceed uncontested. This means that the parties agree to the terms of the divorce and can finalize the details without needing to spend time in court. An uncontested divorce saves time and money. A lawyer can help you negotiate a fair divorce agreement with your spouse.
A divorce can proceed uncontested. This means that the parties agree to the terms of the divorce and can finalize the details without needing to spend time in court. An uncontested divorce saves time and money. A lawyer can help you negotiate a fair divorce agreement with your spouse.
Contested Divorce
Contested divorces are more complicated. A divorce is contested when the parties disagree on aspects of the divorce and must litigate. An attorney can help you navigate the litigation that a contested divorce requires.
Contested divorces are more complicated. A divorce is contested when the parties disagree on aspects of the divorce and must litigate. An attorney can help you navigate the litigation that a contested divorce requires.
Maintenance
Maintenance, also known as alimony, is payment provided by one spouse to the other. In New York, the duration of maintenance is determined by the length of the marriage. The amount paid each month is determined by a formula. It can deviate from the formula based upon factors listed in the law. Maintenance can also be awarded temporarily while the divorce is pending.
Maintenance, also known as alimony, is payment provided by one spouse to the other. In New York, the duration of maintenance is determined by the length of the marriage. The amount paid each month is determined by a formula. It can deviate from the formula based upon factors listed in the law. Maintenance can also be awarded temporarily while the divorce is pending.
Equitable Distribution
Equitable distribution refers to the way property and assets owned by the couple are divided in a divorce. This can be decided by the parties with the involvement of the court, if necessary.
Equitable distribution refers to the way property and assets owned by the couple are divided in a divorce. This can be decided by the parties with the involvement of the court, if necessary.