High-asset divorces come with numerous surprising and unique hurdles that other forms of divorce do not necessarily have to deal with. This can include an increased risk of your spouse attempting to hide assets. These days, more spouses turn toward digital means when...
New York City Family Law Blog
What qualifies as spousal maintenance?
Spousal maintenance is another term for alimony or spousal support used in New York. It is a payment from one spouse to a former spouse ordered by the court. According to the New York State Senate, the law has specific rules about what qualifies as spousal...
What if a divorcing parent is in the military?
Dealing with distance in co-parenting situations is not ideal for anyone involved, but sometimes, it is unavoidable. This is often the case with divorced families that have one parent serving in the military. How do divorced military parents handle matters like...
Can you write unborn children into a prenuptial agreement?
A prenuptial agreement can help you protect your assets and best interests in case the partnership ends in divorce. The New York City Bar reports that factors such as present and future finances and the division of such; however, this type of contract is usually...
Divorce when you have a medical practice
Divorce is rarely an easy process in New York, and it can be especially difficult when you have a medical practice. You may think that your business will not get affected by the divorce and that everything will continue as normal. However, this is not always the case....
Addressing child custody violations
If you are navigating through the divorce process as a parent, child custody issues are especially likely to generate uncertainty and high levels of stress. After all, the outcome of a custody dispute can significantly impact a parent's relationship with his or her...
How can prenuptial agreements benefit you?
Though prenuptial agreements held something of a complex reputation in the past, more people have come to view it as a crucial asset and an important part of going into marriage. However, it is up to every individual to understand the potential benefits and downsides...
Can a postnuptial agreement cover child support?
After you marry, you can create an agreement that irons out certain aspects in the event you decide to divorce. Many people will decide to create a postnuptial agreement when they have a big inheritance or if they start a business. It is protection for both parties....
How can you uncover a spouse’s hidden cryptocurrency accounts?
During a divorce, some spouses may attempt to hide money or assets to avoid a fair split. One way a spouse may hide cash is through the use of cryptocurrency. According to CNBC, possibly over 20 million Americans own cryptocurrency. If you worry that your spouse may...
Dealing with a high-asset divorce in New York
Divorce is a tough process for anyone in New York, but it can be harder for people with many assets because they have a lot more to lose and a long list of things to be done to ensure proper division of property. If you have accumulated a substantial number of assets...
