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Frequently Asked Questions About Spousal Support In New York

By Joshua Kittenplan |

Alimony, known as spousal support in the New York Statutes, is money paid by one spouse to another during or after a divorce. Many people think that spousal support is ordered by a judge in all divorce cases, but this is not true. In fact, spousal support is only ordered in approximately ten percent… Read More »

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What Are The Grounds For Divorce In New York?

By Joshua Kittenplan |

Prior to 2010, the only way to get a divorce in New York was to file on the grounds of fault, or after the spouses involved were separated for a period of at least 12 months. When accusing one spouse of being at fault for the breakdown of the marriage, the spouse filing for… Read More »

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What Are The Differences Between Prenups And Postnups?

By Joshua Kittenplan |

People rarely want to think about divorce, either before they get married or after they have already exchanged vows. Still, with the high divorce rate today in New York, and throughout the entire country, it is an important consideration for any couple. Divorce is a difficult process for anyone, and the thought of losing… Read More »

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What Happens During Mediation Sessions?

By Joshua Kittenplan |

If you are considering a divorce, you may have already considered mediation as a method for resolving your issues. Mediation is very different from divorce litigation. The mediator does not make any final decisions in the same manner that a Judge would. Instead, their role is to foster compromise and communication between the divorcing… Read More »

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Should You Adjust Your Parenting Time Schedule During The School Year?

By Joshua Kittenplan |

Kids have been back in school for many weeks now and hopefully the 2002-2023 school year will be a good one. Unfortunately, a new school year can also bring about certain challenges, including those related to child custody. Our Suffolk County child custody lawyer can help parents anticipate potential adjustments and make hard decisions…. Read More »

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Five Tips To Help You Financially Prepare For Divorce

By Joshua Kittenplan |

Divorce can be expensive, and you may not walk away from your case with all the assets you had hoped for. Once your divorce case is final, you may also find it more difficult to live and support yourself on just one income instead of the two you had become accustomed to. If you… Read More »

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Joint Custody: The Advantages And Drawbacks

By Joshua Kittenplan |

In many child custody cases, Divorce or Family Court Judges in New York will encourage joint residential and/or legal custody. The presumption is that it is in the child’s best interests to spend an approximately equal amount of time with both parents. Just as with anything else though, joint custody has both its advantages,… Read More »

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Busting Four Common Myths About Divorce Mediation In Long Island

By Joshua Kittenplan |

For couples getting a divorce in Long Island, mediation is becoming a very popular option. Even as mediation becomes more popular though, many myths and misconceptions have arisen over the years. If you are considering mediation to resolve your divorce, it is important to fully understand what happens, so you know what to expect…. Read More »

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