Social media is a huge part of daily life for many people. Most people use these websites as a way to keep in contact with family members and friends. Some people use it to rant about experiences or to rave about excursions. If you are going through a divorce, child...
Strategies for the best resolution possible in complex divorce situations
Brooklyn Family Law Blog
What New York’s equitable division laws mean for your divorce
Divorce is never an easy process. It is full of complications, including child custody issues, property division and possibly determining spousal support. Sometimes is can take months for the court to finalize a divorce due to the complex nature of the elements. Now...
Think twice before ranting on Facebook about your divorce
Most Americans these days have a social media routine. Maybe you wake up in the morning, get a cup of coffee in hand and peruse your Facebook account. You post photos, like and comment on your friends' posts. Or, you log onto Twitter late at night and make your...
Paying alimony? Be sure to keep records
Your divorce settlement included a provision that you pay spousal support to your ex-wife. The divorce was messy and you have a feeling that your ex is going to challenge your payments at some point. Instead of finding yourself in a he-said-she-said situation in front...
3 ways mediation can help you tackle a tricky divorce
A divorce isn't easy for anyone, and when children are involved, it's important to make sure their best interests are kept close to your heart. A long, drawn-out divorce does nothing for anyone except waste time, but for some people, arguments just keep coming up. If...
Tips for handling the holidays with a divorce in process
Going through a divorce is hard, but it can be downright devastating during the holidays. You are essentially splitting up two extended families, and if you've become close, it could be awkward to say the least. Still, there are things you can do to make your holidays...
Why does the valuation date for marital assets matter in divorce?
When you are going through a divorce and have accrued valuable assets during the marriage, it is vital that the parties accurately valuate all the marital assets to assure they are fairly and equitably divided. In order to ensure this is done, the valuation date must...
Earn more than your spouse? Three tips if considering divorce.
The structure of the family has changed in recent years. It is not uncommon for both partners in a marriage to pursue their careers, or for the woman to pursue her career while the man takes over the role as the homemaker. Regardless of the structure chosen in your...
How creative can you make your parenting plan?
Parenting after divorce is a challenging and complex job. Trying to parent your children with the person you no longer love gives new meaning to the word difficult. An important truth to remember on this topic is that there is no right way to do it. There is only the...
Divorce and social media: it’s complicated
In some ways, social media, such as Facebook, Twitter, and Google, has been a boon for communications with friends and family, even those you haven't seen in years. However, your relationship status with social media should be flagged as "it's complicated" if you...
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