Divorce and Family Law FAQs

For the purposes of divorce in Queens, your marriage will have begun on the date of your “legal” marriage. Property that you acquired jointly prior to that will generally be considered separate assets in the divorce, though there may be opportunities to convince the court that certain properties … [Read more...] about We Had A Religious Ceremony Years Before We Had Our “Legal” Marriage. In A Divorce In Queens, Which Date Is The Start Of Our Marriage?

Unfortunately in your situation, New York law allows a spouse to unilaterally divorce, even if the other spouse doesn’t want to. If your spouse is serious about a divorce, you don’t have the power to stop the action, but you do have the power to slow it down. This may or may not achieve your ends … [Read more...] about My Spouse Filed For Divorce In Queens But I Don’t Want A Divorce. Can I Just Say No?

You’d be well served to speak to an experienced alimony attorney in Queens before you file for divorce. Getting a clear understanding of your marital financial picture is key to knowing how your spouse’s unemployment may affect your future settlement, and if the divorce turns ugly, what you could … [Read more...] about My Spouse Has Typically Been The Higher Earner, But Has Been Unemployed For Several Months. If I File For Divorce Now, Will I Have To Pay Alimony Because I Earn A Small Income In Queens?