Establishing paternity creates important legal rights and responsibilities for both parents and children. However, questions sometimes arise about whether the legal father is also the biological father. If you live in Staten Island and believe a paternity...
Marriage should support what you have built, not place it at risk. If you are a business owner, you may have worked hard to build and protect your reputation; a prenuptial agreement can help you define clear financial boundaries after marriage. In New York, courts...
Becoming a parent brings a range of emotions, responsibilities and important questions. For married fathers, the law automatically recognizes their parental rights. For unmarried fathers in New York, the situation is quite different and raises legal concerns. Many...
Navigating separation or divorce presents many challenges for families. Parents strive to maintain healthy relationships with their children during this difficult time. However, one co-parent sometimes subtly damages the child's bond with the other parent. This...
When you sign a prenuptial agreement, you expect it to protect your financial future. But not every agreement withstands scrutiny in a New York divorce court. State law does not automatically enforce a prenup simply because you and your spouse signed it. Instead,...
In many ways, gray divorce is effectively the same as any other divorce. The ages of the spouses divorcing have no impact on what laws actually apply. However, gray divorces do tend to be complex for a number of reasons. Those preparing for gray divorce could...
Property division is often the biggest hurdle faced by those preparing for divorce. State law requires an equitable distribution of the marital estate. After creating a list of all marital assets and financial obligations, spouses can work out a way to fairly divide...
If you are divorcing or otherwise separating from your child’s other parent, including a "right of first refusal" (ROFR) clause in your parenting plan may be wise. This provision offers each parent the opportunity to care for their child before other caregivers are...
The role of a father can be a crucial one when it comes to a child's development, safety and happiness. Children who have positive relationships with their fathers tend to have better outcomes as they mature. Unfortunately, many men may find themselves struggling to...
Financial discussions are often the most challenging element of divorce. Spouses may have a hard time agreeing on what is an equitable means of distributing their assets. There may also be questions about financial support. Perhaps one spouse stayed home to raise the...
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