Divorce

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...

Not every married couple in New York maintains their relationship until one spouse dies. Some couples encounter issues that force them to reevaluate the relationship. Divorce is a common experience, and many people do not know what to expect. The laws for divorce are...

Perhaps you met your spouse when you were both in medical school, so you had a mutual interest in protecting your future income. Maybe you knew that you would eventually inherit your family business, and your fiance at the time agreed that signing a prenuptial...

Back around 2014, reports showed that gray divorce rates had doubled. This was a bit of a surprise, as this age group – those who are 50 years old and older – has typically been more opposed to divorce. Additionally, divorce rates for the rest of the country and the...

If you are getting married, one of the things to consider is a prenuptial agreement. This agreement is one you put into place before you get married so that you and your spouse-to-be understand what will happen if you ever divorce in the future. Your prenuptial...

For most of us, 2020 was a year unlike any other. The upheaval we experienced here in Staten Island and worldwide touched virtually every aspect of human life, from the economy to politics to our personal lives. From a family law perspective, the pandemic seems to...

One of the toughest parts of divorce is the moment you tell your spouse that it's over. Even if the two of you have been having problems for a long time, your wife or husband might still be shocked and upset to hear what you have to say. Your spouse will find out...

The notion of divorcing late in your life or after decades of marriage might feel daunting to you. Perhaps it even seems pointless or like it is more hassle and cost than it is worth. It is true that there can be challenges to late-life or “gray” divorce. For some...

While U.S. divorce rates are on the decline, each year hundreds of thousands of American couples go their separate ways. According to the American Psychological Association, 40 to 50% of U.S. marriages ultimately fail. In some cases, separating spouses are able to...