Articles Posted in Divorce

Navigating a divorce or separation can be emotionally draining, especially when you and your ex are still living under the same roof. Tensions can run high, making it difficult to maintain a peaceful environment. If you’re wondering how to legally require your ex to leave the shared home, the concept of “exclusive use and occupancy”…

Divorce is never easy, but the process you choose can make a significant difference in how stressful, costly, and time-consuming it becomes. In New York State, couples have the option to pursue divorce mediation as an alternative to traditional litigation. Mediation can often provide a more cooperative, efficient, and cost-effective way to resolve issues and move…

Divorce is a challenging process, and for immigrants in New York State, it can raise additional concerns about how it might affect their immigration status. Whether you’re navigating a green card, visa, or naturalization process, understanding the potential implications of divorce is critical. In this post a Syracuse divorce attorney explores the potential impact of…

As a Syracuse divorce attorney, I frequently encounter a pivotal question from clients navigating the complexities of divorce: Can a court mandate a former spouse to pay for their child’s college tuition? The answer, as is often the case in family law matters, is contingent upon specific circumstances, existing agreements, and judicial discretion. Below, I…

For many couples going through divorce in New York, the question of “Who gets the dog?” can be just as emotionally charged as issues involving children or finances. Pets are family, but under New York law, they have traditionally been treated as property. However, recent legal developments now allow judges to consider the best interests of…

The steady increase of children being diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) has resulted in the unique needs of those families impacted playing a more prominent role in New York State’s family court system. With the growing frequency of such cases, a more thorough understanding of the particular concerns inherent in them has become crucial…