Who Gets to Keep the Engagement Ring?
Who gets to keep the engagement ring after a couple decides to divorce? You would think there would be a simple answer to this question because it was a gift from one person to another. So the gift receiver should keep the ring, right? Not so fast.
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If I Move Out, Is It Considered Abandonment?
Deciding to move out of the marital home during separation or divorce can raise concerns about abandonment and how it may affect legal proceedings. Many spouses worry that leaving the family home could harm their case regarding property division, child custody, or spousal support.
However, New York law does...
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High-Net-Worth Divorce
Handling a high-net-worth divorce in New York requires experience and a solid understanding of complex financial issues. Ascertaining the value and relevant contributions to multiple properties, investments, business interests, and numerous accounts can complicate the distribution of marital assets. Tracing separate property, protecting inheritances, and locating all of the assets often...
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How to Prepare Your Finances for a Potential Divorce
Marriage is an economic partnership and divorce involves the untangling of the partnership. Besides custody and parenting issues, most aspects of a divorce relate to financial issues. Understanding your financial circumstances is critical to being prepared for a divorce.
There are important steps you can take to
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How Is Spousal Maintenance (Alimony) Determined?
Spousal maintenance, spousal support, and alimony all refer to the same concept. When a couple divorces or separates, the parties will often have a disparity in economic situations. A court can order spousal maintenance so each person can meet their expenses each month.
Here are some of the...
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Father’s Rights: How Do I Protect My Rights as a Dad?
Under New York law and the U.S. Constitution, fathers and mothers have equal legal rights. Both parents stand on equal footing in the eyes of the court.
Here are some suggestions about how to use that principle of equality to protect your rights as a dad.
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Can Husbands Receive Spousal Maintenance (Alimony)?
If you are facing a potential divorce, you may be entitled to spousal maintenance (alimony). Many people are curious about whether a husband may be entitled to spousal support. Husbands in New York can receive spousal support just like wives when applicable based on the parties’ incomes and financial circumstances.
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How to Enforce Child Support Awards & Potential Penalties
Child support is the obligation of both parents, but it is the non-custodial parent who is required to pay the custodial parent a certain amount each month (or on a more frequent basis depending on parties’ pay schedules). Child support is intended to meet the needs of the child or children...
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