If you and your spouse created frozen embryos through in vitro fertilization (IVF), divorce can raise a difficult question: Who will decide what happens to them? One of you may want to use the embryos while the other does not. In New York, documents signed during IVF...
Divorce
How is property divided in LGBTQIA+ divorces?
Dividing marital assets is often one of the most significant financial issues in a divorce. If you are ending a same-sex marriage, you may wonder whether the same rules apply to your properties. In New York, the answer is generally yes. Courts use the same property...
Can you buy a new home when getting a divorce?
Where you will live after you and your spouse decide to get a divorce is a major concern. Buying a new home may be one of the options you are considering. Understandably, it allows you to have an immediate fresh start and maintain stability for yourself and your...
What proof do spouses need to file for divorce in New York?
Many people considering divorce are not sure whether they qualify or not. Confusion about what the law requires is common, in part because every state has a slightly different approach to divorce proceedings. It is common for spouses hoping to leave due to adultery or...
Have you chosen a child custody schedule?
Creating a child custody schedule is a critical process for divorcing parents. It’s vital to choose a schedule that prioritizes your child’s best interest and is suitable for your lifestyle. Otherwise, you risk emotional instability in your child and parental...
How to keep your marital standard of living following divorce
If you and your spouse will be divorcing this year after a long marriage where they were the primary or sole “breadwinner,” you may understandably be concerned about how your standard of living will change. That may be a particular concern if your age, health or other...
Country club memberships and divorce
When it comes to divorce, it can be challenging to valuate all the marital property and achieve an equitable property settlement. For high-earner couples facing a split, the challenges multiply when determining who gets what asset in divorce. Country club memberships...
What happens to a jointly-owned business during divorce?
You and your spouse are more than just romantic partners. You are also business partners. Shortly after you got married, the two of you launched a company together, and you have both been working there full-time ever since. So what happens if the two of you get...
3 ways to challenge child custody modifications
Child custody arrangements can shift as life changes. You might find yourself needing to respond if a modification request feels unfair or doesn’t reflect your child’s best interests. When you understand your options early, it can help you approach the situation with...
Restricted stock units can present a unique challenge in divorce
Companies offer a variety of benefits and compensation options to try to attract and retain employees. One of these is restricted stock units, which are issued to employees through a vesting plan after they meet specific work milestones. These give employees interest...

