How You Can Prepare for Divorce in New York
We continue our series on practical steps to take when you are about to face divorce.
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Here’s How Qualified Domestic Relations Orders Work in New York
Many lawyers settle cases and draft agreements that are vague.
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How Pensions Work in New York Divorce Cases
If your husband or wife has pension benefits in New York, you should be aware that under the New York Equitable Distribution Law, you are entitled to your marital share of his or her pension.
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Can I Get Half the House in a New York Divorce?
Even Judges get it wrong.
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What is Equitable Distribution in New York?
The first issue is often the easiest. In the vast majority of case, marital property is equally divided in New York.
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Can I Set Aside My Divorce Agreement?
Before you sign on the dotted line, make sure you agree with all the financial terms of your divorce agreement.
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Enhanced Earnings: Am I Entitled in Divorce?
Most lawyers know that law degrees, and medical degrees can be valued as part of a divorce in New York State.
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Consequences of Failing to Provide Divorce Discovery in New York
It amazes me when litigants refuse to provide discovery during the pendancy of a divorce.
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Am I Entitled to the Federal Tax Deduction for Child Support?
IRS regs clearly state that a non custodial parent is only entitled to take the child deduction if they have written permission to do so from the custodial parent.
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Exclusive Occupancy of the Marital Residence in New York
Unless a petitioner can prove that it is unsafe to continue living together in the marital residence until the divorce is final, a judge will not kick one of the parties out of the house.
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