Figuring out how to divide monetary accounts in a divorce proceeding can be relatively straightforward. However, dividing real assets, like the family home, can be more difficult, as they are often treasured possessions. Here are a couple of tips for addressing the...
How parents can make divorce less stressful for their children
Watching parents go through a New York divorce can be emotionally difficult and confusing for young children. Children may be afraid of losing their relationships with one or both parents. They might also be concerned about the extent of the conflict they see between...
Dealing with the emotional challenges of divorce
Even the most amicable of marital breakups in New York can be difficult to navigate. Fortunately, taking a few steps during the process can help individuals cope more easily with the emotional challenges of divorce. Here are two key ways to preserve mental health...
How to ease financial stress during and after divorce
Figuring out finances during the process of divorce in New York. This is particularly true for individuals whose future ex-spouses primarily controlled the household finances. However, a couple of tips can help with taking the stress out of managing finances during...
Signs that getting a divorce may be the best choice
Marital life can feel like a roller coaster filled with ups and sudden downs, so naturally, married individuals in New York may long for independence from time to time. This may leave many wondering when their marriages are truly over. Here is a rundown on a few signs...
Filing the divorce petition is necessary to kickstart a divorce
A marriage is not merely a romantic relationship, it is also a legal one that provides both parties with obligations and rights. For this reason, if two people wish to end their marriage in New York, they must take the first legal step to dissolve it formally. This...
Tips for navigating divorce from beginning to end
The divorce process in New York can unfortunately be an emotionally tumultuous process, even in the most amicable of situations. Fortunately, it is possible to move from the emotionally chaotic stage of divorce to the relief stage, which may take place even after the...
How businesses are split during divorce
The process of dividing a spouse’s business during a marital breakup can be tricky. One spouse might have worked hard to start and grow the company, but the other spouse will likely still be entitled to part of this asset. Here is a look at how businesses are...
Navigating a gray divorce
Gray divorce, or divorce among people 50 years of age and older, is on the rise for several reasons. For starters, marital breakups are more acceptable socially today than in past decades. In addition, people are simply living longer. Here are a couple of tips to help...
What to do if children blame a parent for the divorce
When two spouses in New York decide to divorce, they may naturally blame each other for their marital breakup. All the while, their children may be casting blame on both parties or perhaps even just one of the parents. Either way, if children are blaming one parent...