Yes, alimony, technically known as “spousal maintenance” in New York, is available in Queens regardless of gender. When one party requests alimony, the judge will review both spouse’s earnings and earning potential to determine whether and how to provide a fair amount of support. Alimony can be … [Read more...] about Are Men Eligible For Alimony In Queens Divorces?
There are several things at play here, but it seems like the core question is whether you should have to pay alimony for your spouse not to work outside the home while they are a stay-at-home, custodial parent to your children. The short answer is, “No, you shouldn’t have to support your ex if … [Read more...] about My Spouse Wants To Be A Stay-At-Home Parent In Queens With Full Custody After Our Divorce, And Has Requested A Large Spousal Support Payment. If I Get Custody, Can I Cut The Spousal Maintenance Payment?
There are so many variables in any Queens divorce that it’s impossible to speak to your situation without more information. As a general guide, if you and your spouse are able to work together, reach a settlement between yourselves (reviewed by your lawyers), and then file an uncontested divorce … [Read more...] about How Long Does It Take To Divorce In Queens?
Yes, under New York law, one spouse can’t force the other to stay married, and a spouse can unilaterally be granted a divorce, even if their spouse objects. What any person considering divorce should keep in mind is that the elements of a divorce - distribution of property, child custody and … [Read more...] about I Want To Divorce But My Spouse In Queens Doesn’t. Can I Still Get Divorced
Every divorce has its own set of issues, but depending on the facts of your case, you may spend as little time as none in court in Queens, or you may spend a considerable amount of time in conferences, negotiations, hearings, and a trial, if your divorce is especially difficult. In the best case … [Read more...] about How Much Time Will I Spend In Court With A Divorce In Queens?
Within reason, your former spouse has the right to know where you’ll be during your visitation with your children in Queens. This doesn’t mean that you have to map out your days, but in situations where your child may be spending the night with a friend, your former spouse has a right to know … [Read more...] about Do I Have To Tell My Ex Everywhere We’ll Be During My Kids Visitation In Queens?
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