David Shapiro

This is a question we have been asked a lot over the last several months. While many states do require a waiting period of separation before a divorce action, New York, like 34 other states, has no mandatory waiting period. If you are considering divorce, why not speak to an attorney for free. … [Read more...] about Is There A Waiting Period Before I Can File Divorce In NY?

Inherited money or other assets are considered separate property, which your spouse is not entitled to. However, the money/assets may be subject to equitable distribution if you commingle them with other marital money/assets. This includes giving those inheritances to the children of the marriage … [Read more...] about I Inherited Money. Is My Spouse Entitled To Part Of That?

You do not need to go to trial on issues that you and your spouse can agree to as and for a final settlement. You may need to go to trial for a divorce in Queens on individual issues if you and your spouse cannot agree. In that case, the Judge will make a final determination on those specific … [Read more...] about Do We Need To Go To Trial In A Divorce?

In Queens, NY, yes, your spouse needs to be personally served. As a party to the action you may not be the one that personally serves the papers on him/her. It must be another person over the age of eighteen (18) that serves your spouse. If you need help with a divorce, call the attorneys with … [Read more...] about Does My Spouse Need To Be Personally Served With Divorce Papers?

If you have an existing Family Court matter when you file for divorce, your attorney may make a motion to consolidate the Family Court matter with the divorce matter. Otherwise, Family Court will retain jurisdiction over the pre-existing matter. If you live in Queens and have a family law … [Read more...] about What Happens To My Existing Family Court Matter When I File For Divorce?