Many people mistakenly believe that prenuptial agreements are only for the wealthy. In reality, a properly drafted prenuptial agreement can benefit all couples by providing clarity and financial security before marriage. In New York, a prenup can define how assets and debts will be divided in the event of a divorce, helping to avoid costly and contentious litigation. It can also protect separate property, family businesses, inheritances, and other assets acquired before the marriage. By...

In a New York divorce or custody case, supervised visitation is a parenting arrangement where a parent may spend time with their child only in the presence of a neutral third party. Courts typically order supervised visitation when there are concerns about a child’s safety, well-being, or emotional health, such as allegations of abuse, neglect, substance abuse, mental health issues, or a prolonged absence from the child’s life. The purpose is not to punish a parent, but to allow the child to...

Discovery is an important part of the divorce process because it allows both parties to understand the full financial picture before any decisions are made about property division, support, or other issues. During discovery, each side can request documents and information about income, assets, debts, and other financial matters. This helps ensure that both spouses are being transparent and that nothing is being hidden. In New York divorce cases, courts rely on accurate financial information...