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Divorce can be an emotionally charged and complex process, requiring numerous decisions about how to proceed with your case. At times, one party might consider, or an attorney might suggest, hiring a private investigator to help uncover critical facts that could influence the outcome. Whether you...

Parents who pay or receive child support often ask how these payments will affect their taxes, especially when it comes to claiming Child Tax Credits or Child and Dependent Care Credits.
Most assume that child support payments should allow the paying parent to claim the child as a dependent...

Many couples choose to prepare and sign a prenuptial agreement before marriage. The legally binding contract outlines how assets, debts, and other important issues will be handled in the event of a divorce or separation.
In New York, prenuptial agreements are useful for protecting assets,...

Comprehensive child custody evaluations can be expensive and time-consuming for families and custody courts. Focused issue evaluations—often called Brief Focused Assessments (BFAs)—can serve as a viable alternative.
In this article, we'll cover how child custody evaluations differ...

New York divorce courts divide marital property using a system of equitable distribution. Understanding what qualifies as marital property and how courts divide it can be vital to protecting your rights in divorce.
In this blog, we'll cover the distinction between separate and marital...

Family court decisions on child custody can profoundly impact the lives of parents and children. It's common for at least one party to be dissatisfied with the judge's ruling. Understanding when you can appeal a custody decision and how the process works can help you determine the right path for...

The holidays are a time for family, celebration, and making memories. But for divorced parents navigating shared custody and co-parenting arrangements, the season can be daunting.
Remember, with thoughtful planning, communication, and a focus on the children, divorced parents can still create...

For those who have recently gone through a divorce, the holidays can feel especially isolating. Traditional celebrations may trigger feelings of loss and loneliness.
But singles can transform this season into a time of renewal and reconnection. Here are a few easy strategies for finding...

Whether maintaining a friendship, living near (or with) the ex, or keeping the split private for the children's sake, divorced celebrities continue to show that a healthy co-parenting dynamic is possible.
In this article, we'll examine the co-parenting journeys of famous couples and their...

The stakes of divorce are high, especially for entrepreneurs. The intertwining of personal and business affairs adds layers of difficulty that can impact both their personal lives and their businesses. Here are five key tactics to help entrepreneurs navigate divorce.
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