27 January

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Factors Affecting Spousal Maintenance

Posted by The Law Offices of Ian S. Mednick, P.C.

If you're going through a divorce and the court discovers that you were financially dependent on your spouse throughout the marriage, you may be eligible to receive spousal maintenance. What is spousal maintenance? These are payments made by the higher income-earning spouse to the lesser income-earning spouse. The judge can order temporary maintenance to start while the case is still pending in court and continue for a specific period after the divorce is finalized. The court will also decide who pays and how much. In some cases, the decision to receive spousal maintenance may be based on an agreement between the couple. How...

16 December

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High-Conflict Divorce: Steps You Can Take Amid the Pandemic

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in Covid19 Divorce, Divorce Attorney, High Conflict Divorce

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When states announced stay-at-home orders to slow the coronavirus spread, many predicted that the lockdown would cause a surge in divorce rates. Common stressors brought by quarantine including loss of income, changed work schedules, boredom, homeschooling children, lack of escape from each other, and conflicts over kids and household responsibilities, can bring high levels of conflict and increase tension between couples already facing marital strife. With couples stuck in the house 24 hours a day, it may be harder to sweep aside serious underlying conflicts such as infidelity, money problems, incompatibility, and even domestic violence. Spouses can no longer use work, external...

01 October

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Requirements for a Divorce in New York if You’re Married Abroad

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in Divorce, Divorce Attorney, Married Abroad Divorce

New York is one of the states in the US that allows couples to file for divorce if they were married abroad. Not just anyone can get divorced in the Big Apple, however. Only couples who meet the residency requirement and can establish grounds can file a divorce petition. As long as you have been married for six months you will able to use the no fault ground. Requirements for Divorce in Long Island Couples who married abroad, regardless of their nationality or immigration status, can file for divorce in Long Island, New York if they meet these conditions: Residency One or both parties...

19 February

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On Custody After Divorce: What if the Child Refuses Visitation?

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One of the most arduous parts of a divorce that involves children is establishing custody and visitation. For the family court, all custody decisions are ideally made with the goal of promoting the children's best interests. This includes prioritizing their happiness, mental health, and security. Because of this, your preference as parents shouldn't have any influence on the court's custody rulings. In cases when parents demonstrate great cooperation and are both fit to have custody of their children, the court is likely to award joint custody. This way, both ex-spouses have their children with them for an equal amount of time....

21 January

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Does Mediation Work for High Net Worth Divorces?

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in Divorce, Divorce Mediation, High Conflict

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New York has begun implementing the new presumptive Alternative Dispute Resolution program. This initiative requires civil litigants to try solving their cases through mediation, including divorces. The goal is to clear up the court calendar for more urgent and pressing family law cases, such as visitation and custody matters, temporary restraining orders, and others. Advantages of Divorce Mediation Divorce mediation has several advantages. For one, there's less cost since you don't have to go to trial and hearings. Second, you get to maintain your privacy, which is paramount for most high net worth individuals. Court pleadings are public records. So if you choose litigation,...

14 January

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Modifying Child Support Agreements Is Possible, But with Strict Conditions

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Life after a divorce can be difficult, but former spouses must continue living their lives after their divorce is final — separately, this time. There could be an adjustment period, especially if both parties had to make concessions to make the separation as amicable as possible. They might have agreed to pay for spousal and child support or moved to a smaller residence. They could also be getting used to living on a smaller income or giving up weekends with the kids to grant the other party his or her visitation rights. There is, however, a silver lining for individuals who're...

30 October

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Suing For Adultery Does Little For a Divorce Settlement

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in Adultery, child custody, Divorce

Divorce in a no-fault state like Long Island does not tip the judge's favor towards the aggrieved partner when it comes to alimony and child custody. It may, however, give him or her the upper hand in settlement negotiations if the cheating partner feels guilt and remorse, or wants a quick way out of the marriage. Notwithstanding, certain actions by the cheating partner—like wasteful dissipation of marital assets and exposing children to one's extramarital acts—can affect how the assets will be divided, and to whom custody will be given. Alimony and division of assets Marital fault has zero or minimal bearing on the division of marital...

21 October

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What Happens During a Divorce Mediation?

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Conflicting interests, multiple properties, and child custody complicate the divorce process. Typically, divorcing couples take their grievances and justifications to court so that the judicial system can settle matters. However, this can be time-consuming and unavoidably more legal costs. Couples that have separated amicably but have trouble dividing their property or couples that remain mature and composed can turn to a process called divorce mediation. Through this method, couples have a direct say in the distribution of their assets and the custody of their children. Mediation could also reduce the resentment and stress that a court battle engenders among spouses. The Law Offices...

18 September

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The Complications of a Same-Sex Divorce

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In 2015, the United States Supreme Court issued a landmark ruling that legalized same-sex marriage, giving LGBTQIA+ couples the right to marry, as well as to divorce, in all 50 states. Now, while same-sex marriage is a largely settled matter after this ruling, same-sex divorce faces some gray areas and unique challenges. Dissolution of Domestic Partnerships Before the Defense of Marriage Act was repealed, many same-sex couples filed for domestic partnerships or civil unions. While legally similar to marriage, these arrangements are not recognized by all states, making it difficult for some couples to dissolve their civil union or domestic partnership. They may have...

29 August

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A 4-Step Guide to Filing an Uncontested Divorce in Long Island, NY

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in Divorce, Uncontested Divorce

In 2010, New York decided to adopt no-fault divorce, making it the last state to do so. This legislation allows couples to separate by mutual consent, which means one party doesn't have to prove that the other is responsible for ruining their marriage. A no-fault divorce expedites the process and gives couples the chance to part on good terms. If you and your spouse are going through a similar ordeal, you should know the proper process of filing a mutual or uncontested divorce in Long Island or any city in New York. Check if you meet NY's residency requirements You have to be a New York...

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Factors Affecting Spousal Maintenance

High-Conflict Divorce: Steps You Can Take Amid the Pandemic

Requirements for a Divorce in New York if You’re Married Abroad

On Custody After Divorce: What if the Child Refuses Visitation?

Does Mediation Work for High Net Worth Divorces?

Modifying Child Support Agreements Is Possible, But with Strict Conditions

Suing For Adultery Does Little For a Divorce Settlement

What Happens During a Divorce Mediation?

The Complications of a Same-Sex Divorce

A 4-Step Guide to Filing an Uncontested Divorce in Long Island, NY

Author: The Law Offices of Ian S. Mednick, P.C.