Adoption can be a fulfilling way to grow your family and provide a child with a loving home. One of the first steps you must take in your adoption journey is deciding whether you want to choose the path of domestic vs. international adoption. While e…
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If you are parting ways with your spouse and you share a child, it’s important to know what to expect during the legal process. Neither parent has a greater right to child custody in divorce — and these matters can often be contentious and emotio…
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A parenting plan is a legally binding document that outlines how parents will work together to raise their children upon divorce or separation. It specifies how parents will spend their time with the children, how decisions will be made, and how the…
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Discovery can be the most useful part of the divorce process. However, it can also be the longest phase of litigation — and is often the most stressful. Discovery allows both parties to exchange information that is relevant to the divorce action so…
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Adoption is a rewarding way to grow your family — and there are thousands of children of all ages in New York who are waiting to be placed in a loving home. If you are considering adoption, it’s important to understand that the adoption process i…
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If you are thinking about parting ways with your spouse, the legal process associated with divorce can seem overwhelming. However, it’s important to understand that there are certain procedures involved. The first step in commencing a divorce in Ne…
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The divorce process can often feel overwhelming. Having an idea of the steps that are involved in advance can help provide you with peace of mind. While every divorce is different, a litigated case typically follows the same steps from beginning to e…
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When a couple decides to part ways, spousal support can become a contentious issue in divorce. These payments are meant to help maintain the living standard of the marriage and the financial status quo while an economically dependent spouse gets back…
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Child custody is often one of the most emotional and contentious issues in a divorce or when parents who are not married part ways. Custody matters concern where the child will live and who will be responsible for making crucial decisions concerning…
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For most people, the decision to leave their marriage is not an easy one. Rather, it is something that is carefully considered over a long period of time. If you are thinking about whether legal separation vs. divorce might be right for you, it’s i…
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