David Shapiro

The law guardian is an attorney who is appointed by the judge in your divorce action to represent the interests of your children. Law guardians talk to the children, the parents, and may also meet with school officials, the child’s therapist, and other appropriate parties to get a feel for what … [Read more...] about What’s A Law Guardian In A Queens Divorce?

Generally, child support payments are a separate calculation from the expected contribution each parent will make to medical and educational expenses. For children with special needs, these costs can be substantial, so it’s important that you work with attorneys who can help establish ground … [Read more...] about How Will Our Child’s Ongoing Medical Expenses Be Addressed In Our Queens Divorce?

Yes, however difficult your spouse chooses to be is entirely their decision, but there is nothing they can do to force you remain married to them. If your spouse refuses to sign or participate, you’ll ultimately be granted a default divorce, and your spouse will have to live with the terms of … [Read more...] about Can I Get A Divorce In Queens If My Spouse Refuses To Sign The Divorce Papers?

The length of your marriage is a major consideration in developing a settlement when you divorce in Queens. For those who’ve been married many years, there are strong odds that one spouse prioritized the domestic sphere at the expense of their professional life, while the other prioritized … [Read more...] about How Does The Length Of The Marriage Factor Into The Ultimate Settlement In Queens Divorces?