For starters, once you hire an attorney and begin discussions of a divorce, both parties will have to complete a Statement of Net Worth....

When going through a divorce, there are only a couple of options as to how to proceed with the marital residence at the time of divorce....

If you were awarded counsel fees in a divorce action and your spouse refuses to pay, your attorney can take one of several options:...

As soon as practicable after a matrimonial action has been commenced, the court shall set the date or dates the parties shall use for the...

Annulments are usually sought for a short term marriage and when there are no children born out of the marriage.  Additionally, with the...

Mediation is a collaborative process in which the parties work to resolve the issues of their divorce together. The mediator is a neutral...

An issue for most people after filing for divorce is who will watch the children while you are not home.  For you the best choice might...

In New York State, divorce actions are governed by the New York Domestic Relations Law. This law covers various aspects of marriage and...

Automatic Orders are a set of temporary restraining Orders issued by the court in every divorce case filed in New York. Typically they...

When a Summons and Complaint is filed to begin divorce proceedings that does not automatically bring you in front of a judge. If your...

In New York, you may be entitled to maintenance, if you are the non-monied spouse and you need support to maintain a reasonable standard...

If you're considering filing for divorce in New York, you're not alone. The state has specific requirements and procedures outlined below...

An issue which you may contemplate as you are in the process of divorce is can you move anywhere you want after the action is complete. ...

The irony of continuing to reside together during a divorce action after you have decided that you no longer want to remain married is...

Civil cases often hinge on the presentation of evidence and factual information to support legal claims or defenses. Discovery serves as...

Deciding whether or not to get divorced is a major decision that is not only an emotional decision but a financial one as well. It is...

One of the most significant decisions couples face during a divorce action is what to do with the marital residence. The fate of the...

A common concern is if a spouse owned a business prior to marriage or started a business during the marriage and now you are getting...

The best way to resolve a matrimonial action is by doing so via a written stipulation executed by both parties in lieu of the time,...

In most divorce actions, the discovery process is usually at the heart of the action.  Discovery plays a crucial role for the following...