When couples divorce, they tend to focus on topics related to the end of the marriage. How will the assets and debts be divided? How will the children be parented? What will happen to the house? These are all very important questions that must be resolved. However, at...
Divorce & Family Law
Summer Grill Safety – Keep You and Your Family Are Safe
We still have about a month of summer left. Outdoor grilling season is still in full swing in New York. But outdoor grilling can cause serious injury if people don't follow simple safety rules. Grilling accidents can lead to serious burn injuries, especially for young...
The Importance of Temporary Guardians
If you have children, you already know that selecting a guardian for your children in the event of your death is an important part of any estate plan. Many parents struggle to figure out who would be the best person to raise their children. Consequently, it is not...
Documents to Update After a Divorce
Many people find the process of divorce exhausting. However, once the divorce is finalized there is still work to do. There are many documents that should be updated post-divorce. We discuss many of these below. CALL YOUR TREATING PHYSICIAN'S OFFICE During the time...
Understanding the Equitable Distribution of Property
One of the many sources of difficulty in divorce cases is the division of property. Property division is often misunderstood. Below is a basic discussion offered as a starting point for property division in a divorce. UNDERSTANDING “MARITAL PROPERTY” In New York,...
New York Court Recognizes “Presumption of Legitimacy” for Same-Sex Couples
A child born to married same-sex parents is presumed to be the legitimate child of those parents, a New York Appellate Court recently decided. In the Matter of Joseph O. v Danielle B, the New York Appellate Division, Second Judicial Department rejected a sperm donor's...
