Category Archives: Matrimonial & Family Law
Special Problems When Prominent People Divorce
Divorce is an intensely personal process for both spouses. However, under certain circumstances, it is very easy for the unpleasant details to become public. We frequently see the details of divorces involving celebrities and politicians reported on the evening news. But, privacy and discretion during divorce can be just as troublesome for people of more… Read More »
New York City Divorce Statistics
As an individual going through the process, a divorce can easily seem to consume your life. For the legal system, however, your case is just one of many. It can be easy for individual cases to get lost in the shuffle — causing mistakes and unnecessary delays — unless they are closely shepherded by an… Read More »
Special Challenges For Same-Sex Divorcees In New York
Same-sex divorce is, of course, an inevitable issue in states like New York that have chosen to recognize same-sex marriage. States that have gone this route have taken great care to craft laws that apply equally and without distinction. In theory, same-sex divorce should proceed in the same manner and be governed by the same… Read More »
Bringing A Family Business Through Divorce
Even if your assets are straightforward, such as bank accounts or even a family home, property division during divorce is subjective and often contentious. When a family business is involved, the process becomes even more challenging. Valuation and management issues abound and every delay has the potential to seriously diminish the future profit potential of… Read More »