David Shapiro

We know many people are anxious are get the divorce completed but there is one last step before that happens. You are officially divorced once the Judge signs what is called a Judgment of Divorce. If you are thinking about a divorce, give us a call at (718) 736-2778 - the call is free. … [Read more...] about When Am I “Officially” Divorced?

You may get re-married only after a Judgment of Divorce is signed by a Supreme Court Judge. Typically, this may not happen for months after the necessary documents are submitted to the Court. … [Read more...] about When Can I Get Re-Married?

During the duration of the divorce proceeding, you must keep everything status quo, as it was before the divorce proceeding was commenced. If your spouse was covered under your health insurance policy before the divorce proceeding began, he or she must remain on until the divorce proceeding has … [Read more...] about How Long Do I Need To Keep My Spouse on Health Insurance?

In order to have an uncontested divorce, all issues of the marriage must be resolved. Both parties need to be in agreement about everything, including but not limited to child custody, visitation, equitable distribution of marital assets and entitlements (if any) to spousal support, retirement … [Read more...] about What Does It Mean To Have An Uncontested Divorce?