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Resist and refuse (R/R) dynamics, historically known as parental alienation, are one of the most destructive elements of child custody disputes. When a parent's influence or manipulation causes a child to resist or refuse contact with the other parent, the court sees a party who is unwilling to...

High-stakes divorce can become a psychological and legal battlefield. It's not uncommon for these cases to involve blackmail, financial coercion, smear campaigns, or the strategic use of children as leverage. If your ex is using their influence, money, or manipulative tactics to maintain control,...

If you’re about to divorce a narcissistic spouse, you might want to give the 1944 film, Gaslight, another viewing. In this suspense thriller, the husband (Maurice Chevalier) literally tries to drive his young wife (Ingrid Bergman) insane to cover up his crimes. It’s the source of the...

Skilled divorce lawyers advocate for your interests and provide valuable guidance through divorce. But conflicting out tactics could block your access to the top divorce attorneys in your area, significantly limiting your options for top-tier representation.
If you are considering divorce,...

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...