Divorce

Unfortunately, there’s a real risk that you’ll be assigned at least some of the value of a business loan your spouse was given. There may be ways to offset some of the value on the business loan through a negotiated settlement. You should prioritize finding legal counsel with particular expertise … [Read more...] about In A Queens Divorce, Who Is Responsible For A Business Loan My Spouse Took Out, When The Business Ultimately Failed?

You have the right to go to Civil Court in Queens and ask for a name change, the same way that anyone else can, but the right to revert to a maiden name or other surname is a routine part of your divorce. If your divorce is being delayed, or you are just eager to rid yourself of the vestiges of … [Read more...] about Can I Change My Name Before My Divorce Is Finalized In Queens?

As a moral issue, there may be merit to the idea that a spouse who destroyed a marriage with infidelity should pay a long term financial price for their misconduct, but as a legal matter, courts no longer use divorce to punish a spouse that way for adultery. Whether you are entitled to permanent … [Read more...] about Shouldn’t My Spouse Continue To Support Me Indefinitely In Queens If They Committed Adultery And Ruined Our Marriage?

Durational maintenance in a Queens divorce is a form of spousal support, also known as alimony, that continues for a set period of time after a divorce. It is applied in a gender-neutral way, and is often applied after a short or medium duration marriage where the lower earning spouse still has … [Read more...] about What Is Durational Maintenance In A Queens Divorce?

At the conclusion of a long marriage, you may feel that there’s little that can definitively worked out as “mine” or “yours,” but in reality, there are a number of assets and even cash that may be the separate property of one spouse. For instance, if a cash inheritance was left to one spouse and … [Read more...] about Do We Need To Account For Separate Property After A Long Marriage In Queens?

When you’ve decided that your marriage can’t be saved, it’s time to consult with an experienced Queens divorce attorney who can ensure that your interests are protected and the ultimate divorce settlement is one that reflects your long term goals and financial health. Your attorney will advise … [Read more...] about How Do I Start A Divorce In Queens