Taxes are one extra complexity that can affect a New York couple trying to divorce, and many may prefer just not to worry about it. However, the reality is that a White Plains couple’s divorce can have federal and state tax consequences in a number of respects. Most...
There is an old saying that goes, "A good divorce settlement is one that leaves both sides unhappy." It's a cynical thing to say, but there is some truth to it, at least when talking about traditional divorce litigation. But surely a process that makes everyone...
Does every divorce have to end in a dramatic courtroom showdown pitting each spouse against one another? Not necessarily. Some couples in the Westchester and White Plains area may wish to end their marriage in a more amicable and cooperative manner. Two options these...
Losing the parent-child connection is one of the biggest fears for those going through a divorce. Parents can address this by sharing joint custody of the children and drafting a parenting plan that enables both parents to remain active in their children's lives....
Some parents come to an understanding about their job as parents. There may be an unspoken or discussed arrangement where they will go their separate ways after the kids are out of the house or old enough to "understand." However, some studies find that children of a...
Getting divorced is often described in terms of war and battle. There is an assumption that a divorce will be (and even has to be) acrimonious. Part of the reason for this belief is that for much of the history of legal divorce in the United States, litigation was the...
The Covid-19 pandemic has changed the way that much of daily life operates. And logistically speaking, it has made things very difficult for divorced parents who share custody of their minor children. There is generally a scientific consensus that avoiding public...
They say a person’s home is their castle and their refuge from the world. During the Covid-19 pandemic, many of us have grown to appreciate our homes even more as a refuge from fear of the virus and from wearing masks. For all these reasons and more, the marital...
Prenuptial agreements have not always had a great reputation. They have long been seen as a way to maintain a wealth and power imbalance in relationships rather than protecting the interests of both spouses. Thankfully, the reputation of prenuptial agreements is...