David Shapiro

You can cancel a divorce petition in Queens, and the earlier in the process you do so the easier it is. At this early phase, you’ll need to file a Notice of Discontinuance with the court. If your spouse is party to the case at that time, they’ll have to file a Stipulation of Discontinuance … [Read more...] about Can I Cancel My Divorce Petition In Queens If My Spouse Hasn’t Been Served Yet?

Yes, you can move to a new address in Queens while your divorce is pending, and in fact, many people do. Finding more affordable housing, moving in with a new partner, or wanting to live closer to work or family are all reasons people move, but when a divorce is underway, it’s often desirable to … [Read more...] about Can I Relocate Within Queens While My Divorce Is Pending?

You are allowed to take a vacation during your divorce, but you should work with your attorney to ensure that the funds you use to pay for it can’t be mistaken for marital funds. Since the divorce is already underway, your income and personal accounts should be separate property, but many … [Read more...] about Am I Allowed To Take A Vacation During My Divorce, Or Will I Owe Those Funds Back To The Marriage?

New York’s no-fault ground is called Irretrievable Breakdown, and allows divorce in cases where one spouse attests that the marriage is irretrievably broken and has been for at least six months. Prior to the creation of Irretrievable Breakdown as part of a package of reforms in 2010, divorce in … [Read more...] about What Are The Grounds In A No-Fault Divorce In Queens?

If your name is still attached to the mortgage, then yes, you are liable for any delinquent payments your former spouse may have accrued. Additionally, if the home goes into foreclosure, that will appear on your credit report, even though you’re divorced. If your divorce attorney failed to … [Read more...] about Can The Mortgage Company Come After Me If I Gave Up The House In Our Divorce In Queens?

If you meet New York’s residency requirements, you’ll file for divorce here, regardless of where you married. Many people choose to have “destination weddings” in scenic places or even other countries, but as New York residents, our state’s courts retain jurisdiction over matrimonial matters. … [Read more...] about We Were Married In Another State But Live In Queens. Where Do We File For Divorce?