The one thing on people’s minds is how to get back to normal after bouncing back from a global pandemic. After people’s lives have been on hold for the past nine months, we are all finding our new norm. Those looking to file a divorce had no option but to put those plans on hold
The coronavirus shutdown has led to more family time, which might be welcomed by couples who get along. But what are we to expect for the couples who are going through a divorce or are in a dysfunctional marriage during the lockdown? With courts practically closed and people having absolutely nowhere to go, it is
Has 2020 officially been canceled? Aside from the devastating toll COVID-19 has taken on the world, it has done a number on our social and professional lives. The majority of New Yorkers have been left at home to wonder when the next time they’ll be able to get back to normal life. Although many of
Due to today’s ever-increasing divorce rates, many couples are gravitating towards alternatives to traditional marriage. For those individuals who are involved and committed to each other, yet would like to avoid or delay tying the knot, an alternative to marriage exists. A Domestic Partnership may be a viable option for many couples who may not
A 2015 landmark civil right case, Obergefell v. Hodges, ruled that all 50 states — including 13 of which still banned same-sex marriages — would be required to allow gay and lesbian couples to marry within their own borders and acknowledge marriages that originated in other states. Since then, the elements of divorce that can be more straightforward
One of the most unpredictable conflicts often at the center of divorce battles is pet custody. Couples who don’t have children and are in the midst of divorce proceedings are referring to their pets as their children. In recent years statistics show that 73% of pet owners have given greeting cards “signed” by a pet,
When that moment comes where reconciliation is out of the question, the very last thing you want to do is to drag the process out or fight another day with your spouse. According to several scholars, the divorce risk number is 40-50%, often due to a struggle over finances. Everyone deserves to have his or
Nothing can fully prepare you for the ups and downs of life after divorce. Divorce is NOT the end of your life. It is common in the early days of divorce to feel that the idea of moving on or finding new love is impossible. But it is possible! Oftentimes what helps people survive through
“If we believe tomorrow will be better, we can bear a hardship today” – Thich Nhat Hanh It is never easy when a marriage or significant relationship ends. Whatever the reason for the split—and whether you wanted it or not, going through a separation or divorce can be very difficult. But there are things you
It may not be as romantic as selecting a wedding gown and cake tasting, but prenups are an important step in planning for your marriage. Prenups are seeing a surge in popularity, particularly among millennials. For many years, prenups have been largely used for trust fund babies or millionaire moguls, but are becoming more common
On September 25, 2015, Andrew Cuomo signed into effect a new law that amends the Domestic Relations in New York State. This new bill will change the way pre- and post-judgment maintenance payments will be calculated when spouses divorce in New York. Divorce is a very difficult time in a person’s life. It is difficult
When one hears the word “prenup,” the image of an affluent mogul and a youthful swimsuit model comes to mind. However, a prenuptial agreement should be given due consideration by ALL couples (regardless of income level) before they walk down the aisle! The reality today is that an abundance of marriages result in divorce, and
