Many couples sign prenuptial agreements before marriage to clarify financial rights and obligations. However, life circumstances change, and you may wonder if your prenuptial agreement can be updated after marriage.
In New York, prenuptial agreements can be modified after marriage, but specific legal steps must be followed to ensure...
In divorce cases, courts strive to ensure that marital agreements and settlements are fair and reasonable. However, when one party claims that an agreement is unconscionable, the court may intervene to determine if the terms are unjust. Unconscionability refers to a situation where an agreement is so one-sided that it shocks...
A prenuptial agreement allows couples to set financial terms for their marriage and potential divorce. Many people wonder, however, whether a prenup overrides state marital property laws. The answer depends on the agreement's terms, enforceability, and state-specific legal requirements.
New York is an equitable distribution state, meaning that...
Imagine you’re happily engaged and planning a future together when the thought of a prenuptial agreement pops up. How do you bring up that conversation with your partner without awkwardness or hurt feelings?
Many couples fear that even mentioning a prenup could spoil the romance or signal distrust. It’s...
Divorce doesn’t have to be a battle. Many couples prefer a respectful, cooperative approach rather than a drawn-out courtroom fight. In New York, an amicable and collaborative divorce can save time, reduce stress, and help both spouses move forward with dignity.
If you and your spouse want to...
Raising a child with developmental disabilities presents unique challenges, which often do not conclude when they turn 18. In cases where divorce is involved, many parents question whether child support can continue for a developmentally disabled adult. If you are facing child support issues for a developmentally disabled adult, this blog will...
Dividing property during a divorce is one of the most important financial aspects of the process. In New York, marital property is divided according to the rules of equitable distribution. Unlike in community property states, where assets are split 50/50, New York’s approach aims to divide property fairly based on several...
When couples divorce, dividing marital assets is one of the most challenging parts of the process. Who gets the house? What happens to a retirement account? Does an inheritance need to be shared? In New York, the law classifies assets as marital or separate property, and that distinction plays a major...
Divorce affects many aspects of your financial life, including your life insurance policy. Whether you purchased coverage to protect your children, provide for your spouse, or secure outstanding debts, you likely have questions about what happens to your policy when your marriage ends.
In New York, life insurance can...
Divorce brings changes for everyone involved, including children, as the parties transition from living under one roof to sharing custody in two separate households. Suddenly, parenting plans start to revolve around a fixed schedule and detailed rules that were not necessarily in place during the marriage. Many parents make the mistake...
