David Shapiro

Each spouse is entitled to what is known as an “equitable distribution” of marital assets. There’s a little more complexity to that idea than you may realize. Equitable distribution doesn’t mean equal distribution, so while some divorces do result in roughly a 50-50% split of marital assets, the … [Read more...] about In Queens, NY., What Will My Spouse Get In A Divorce?

Adultery is unfortunately an extremely common cause of divorce actions, whether or not it is the grounds you choose to file under. When a spouse cheats, it breaks the bonds of trust the couple has established. When you’re the cheater, you may find yourself struggling with balancing the competing … [Read more...] about How Will A History Of Adultery Play Into A Divorce In Queens, NY Courts?

Domestic abuse and domestic violence are serious allegations that must be promptly addressed for your own safety. It may be necessary to ask the court for an order of protection, which will force your spouse to leave the home and stay away, or risk arrest and criminal contempt charges. Your … [Read more...] about I’m A Victim Of Domestic Abuse. How Does That Impact A Divorce In Queens, NY?

Reconciliation after filing for divorce is more common than you may think. Couples often seem to find space, once they’ve agreed to dissolve the marriage, to really talk through their issues and come to some firm resolutions about how to proceed. As family law attorneys, we’re always thrilled … [Read more...] about What Happens If We Reconcile During Our Divorce In Queens?

Yes, your spouse has to be served with papers by a person over the age of 18. You are not allowed to personally serve the papers on your spouse. If you choose to use a process server, you can rely on knowing that an informed individual can properly serve the papers, and that the process service … [Read more...] about Does My Spouse Have To Be Personally Served With Papers?

New York doesn’t require a waiting period before you’re able to file for divorce, but some grounds will require waiting a particular length of time. For instance, if you file for divorce alleging abandonment, you’ll have to wait at least one year from the time of the abandonment before you can … [Read more...] about Is There A Waiting Period Before I Can File For Divorce In Queens, NY?