A Guide to Divorce by Publication in New York
Brian PerskinAugust 6, 2015Court Case, Court System, Divorce, Divorce Grounds, Divorce Strategy, Domestic Violence
It can be difficult to divorce a missing spouse, especially in cases of abandonment, but it is not impossible. ...
Social Media Rules for Divorce
Brian PerskinJuly 30, 2015Child Custody, Court Case, Court System, Divorce, Divorce Strategy, High Net Worth Divorce
Social media is becoming an increasingly popular component of divorce cases across the globe. ...
Marital Debt in New York Divorce
Brian PerskinJuly 24, 2015After Divorce, Alimony, Court Case, Court System, Divorce, Divorce Strategy, Equitable Distribution, High Net Worth Divorce, Spousal Support, Taxes
We have previously discussed the division of assets in New York divorce. ...
What is an Enhanced Earnings Capacity?
Brian PerskinJuly 16, 2015Alimony, Court System, Divorce, Divorce Strategy, Equitable Distribution, High Net Worth Divorce, Spousal Support, Taxes
Equitable distribution, or the division of assets, is a major component of most New York divorce actions. ...
Dividing Assets in New York Divorce
Brian PerskinJuly 10, 2015Court System, Divorce, Divorce Lawyer, Divorce Strategy, Equitable Distribution, High Net Worth Divorce, Pre Nups, Spousal Support, Taxes
New York divorce cases can be complex. ...
Marriage Equality = Divorce Equality
Brian PerskinJuly 2, 2015Co-Parenting, Court Case, Court System, Divorce, Divorce News, Family Law, Father's Rights, Women's Rights
The U.S. Supreme Court issued a landmark decision in the case of Obergefell v. Hodges that makes same sex marriage legal across the country. ...
Can a Pet Help You Cope with Divorce?
Brian PerskinJune 24, 2015After Divorce, Divorce News, Divorce Strategy, Equitable Distribution, Family Law
Divorce can be a traumatic and heartbreaking experience for all involved. ...
Prenuptial Agreements during Divorce Actions
Brian PerskinJune 17, 2015Alimony, Child Custody, Child Support & Custody, Court System, Divorce, Divorce Lawyer, Divorce Strategy, Equitable Distribution, Father's Rights, High Net Worth Divorce, Pre Nups, Spousal Support
Prenuptial and postnuptial agreements are receiving praise from matrimonial attorneys throughout New York because of the security they provide married couples in the event of divorce. ...
New Developments in Billion Dollar Divorce Case
Brian PerskinJune 12, 2015After Divorce, Celebrity Divorce, Child Custody, Court Case, Court System, Divorce, Divorce News, Equitable Distribution, High Net Worth Divorce, Post Judgment Motions, Spousal Support
Last year, reports surfaced that a record shattering divorce settlement had been reached in a 6 yearlong battle. ...
Steps to Take After Being Served with Divorce Papers
Brian PerskinJune 3, 2015Court System, Divorce, Divorce Grounds, Divorce Strategy, Orders of Protection, Spousal Support
Being served with divorce papers can stir up a variety of emotions, especially if you were not aware that your spouse wanted to end your marriage. ...
Important Information Regarding Divorce Consultations
Brian PerskinMay 27, 2015Child Custody, Divorce, Divorce Lawyer, Divorce Strategy, Family Law, Post Judgment Motions
Consulting with an experienced family law attorney will be beneficial to your divorce case. ...
Protecting Your Business During Divorce
Brian PerskinMay 5, 2015After Divorce, Divorce, Divorce News, Divorce Strategy, High Net Worth Divorce, Pre Nups, Taxes
High net worth divorce cases involve assets of significant value, which can include business ownerships or partnerships. ...
Infidelity Clauses in Prenuptial Agreements
Brian PerskinMay 1, 2015Alimony, Celebrity Divorce, Court System, Divorce, Divorce Grounds, Divorce News, Equitable Distribution, High Net Worth Divorce, Pre Nups, Spousal Support
The popularity of prenuptial agreements is on the rise. ...
How Do Prenuptial Agreements Affect Engagement Ring Laws?
An engagement ring is often the most expensive gift a woman will receive and one of the most meaningful. ...
Animal Custody in New York City Divorce
Brian PerskinApril 17, 2015After Divorce, Co-Parenting, Court Case, Divorce, Divorce News, Divorce Strategy
According to a 2014 study from the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (AAML), attorneys across the country have noticed a sizeable increase in the number of pet custody cases over the past five years. ...
Timeline for Divorce in New York City
Brian PerskinApril 10, 2015Child Custody, Child Support & Custody, Court Case, Court System, Divorce, Divorce Lawyer, Divorce Strategy, Family Law
The family law firm of Brian D. Perskin & Associates, P.C. has been representing New York City residents in divorce cases since 1990. One of the most common questions our clients have is “How long will it take to get divorced?” ...
Attorney Perskin Writes on a New “Facebook” Divorce Law for CNBC
Just yesterday, Manhattan Supreme Court Justice Matthew Cooper ruled that a woman could, in fact, deliver her divorce summons to her estranged husband over Facebook. ...
Special Issues Facing High Net Worth Divorces
Brian PerskinApril 2, 2015Celebrity Divorce, Court Case, Court System, Divorce, Divorce Strategy, Equitable Distribution, High Net Worth Divorce, Pre Nups, Spousal Support
Divorces involving a great deal of assets require the specialized attention of an experienced matrimonial attorney. ...
Attorney Perskin Interviewed by Crain’s New York Business
Attorney Brian D. Perskin recently sat down with Crain\'s New York Business for an interview that delved into his 25 years as a New York divorce lawyer. ...
The Power of Prenuptial Agreements
Brian PerskinMarch 24, 2015Child Support & Custody, Court Case, Court System, Divorce, Divorce Lawyer, Equitable Distribution, Family Law, Post Judgment Motions, Pre Nups, Spousal Support
Prenuptial and postnuptial agreements have the power to greatly impact marriages and divorces. ...
How to Prepare for a Child Custody Battle
Brian PerskinMarch 12, 2015Child Custody, Child Support & Custody, Child Welfare, Co-Parenting, Family Law, Father's Rights
Uncontested child custody cases have the potential to turn into nasty battles. ...
The Benefit of Prenuptial Agreements
Brian PerskinMarch 4, 2015Alimony, Court Case, Court System, Divorce, Divorce Lawyer, Pre Nups, Spousal Support
The prenuptial agreement\'s popularity is on the rise, and for good reason. ...
Mothers’ Rights in New York Divorce
Brian PerskinFebruary 18, 2015After Divorce, Child Custody, Child Support & Custody, Child Welfare, Court System, Divorce, Divorce Lawyer, Family Law, Spousal Support, Women's Rights
Primary child custody has historically been awarded to mothers in divorce cases due to \"maternal preference,\" or the notion that mothers raised children best, not fathers. ...
Filing First: Getting a Head Start in the NY Divorce Race
Brian PerskinFebruary 6, 2015Child Custody, Child Support & Custody, Court System, Divorce, Divorce Grounds, Divorce Strategy, Family Law, Spousal Support
If you’re considering divorce, then it is highly recommended that you don’t wait for your spouse to make the first move. ...
Attorney Perskin Lends Insight in Reuters Article on Divorce Apps
Attorney Brian Perskin was recently consulted in new Reuters piece describing the growing role of expense and budgeting apps in the life of newly divorced couples. ...
Child Custody and Support in New York State
Brian PerskinFebruary 2, 2015After Divorce, Child Custody, Child Support & Custody, Court System, Divorce, Divorce Strategy, Family Law, Father's Rights, Women's Rights
Child custody and child support are two of the primary parts of New York divorce cases involving children. ...
Determining Paternity in New York City
Brian PerskinJanuary 29, 2015Child Custody, Child Support & Custody, Child Welfare, Court System, Family Law, Father's Rights, Paternity
Paternity disputes and DNA tests have been portrayed as a joke by television shows like Maury, when in reality, they play a pivotal role in child custody and support cases throughout the United States. ...
How Can I Rebuild my Credit After Divorce?
Brian PerskinJanuary 19, 2015After Divorce, Alimony, Child Support & Custody, Divorce Strategy, Equitable Distribution, High Net Worth Divorce, Spousal Support
As previously discussed, contested divorces can have the potential to ruin a party\'s credit score due to litigation costs, becoming a single income household, and new financial obligations such as child support and maintenance payments. ...
How Long Does it Take to Get Divorced in NYC?
Brian PerskinJanuary 13, 2015Child Custody, Child Support & Custody, Court System, Divorce, Divorce Lawyer, Divorce News, Divorce Statistic, Divorce Strategy, Equitable Distribution, Family Law
If you\'re new to the divorce process, then you undoubtedly have a plethora of questions surrounding the ins and outs of matrimonial and family law in New York State. ...
What to Anticipate During Tough Custody Battles
Brian PerskinJanuary 6, 2015Child Custody, Child Support & Custody, Child Welfare, Co-Parenting, Court Case, Court System, Family Law, Father's Rights, Parental Alienation
Regardless of how good intentions between parties may be at the start of a child custody action, there is always the possibility of emotions turning sour, minds being changed, or other unexpected circumstances (such as the emergency relocation of one party) that will impact the proceedings. ...