Divorces and legal separations are complex processes. Mediation can be a cost-effective and more efficient way to solve family law disputes, such as physical separation and child custody arrangements. You may be wondering how much control you will have in the mediation process. The outcome of family law mediation can depend on many factors, including the nature of the dispute

Mediation is a type of dispute settlement where a mediator helps two or more parties reach a mutually agreeable solution to a conflict. Mediation can be a beneficial alternative to the conventional Court system because it is often faster, less expensive, and less adversarial than litigation. One common question in the context of mediation is whether family lawyers can be

Vaccination is often a contentious matter. Some choose to receive vaccines, while others choose not to. For parents that are divorcing that have opposing viewpoints on vaccines, difficulties arise regarding their children’s visitation rights and schedules. Divorce cases that had been untouched and inactive for years are now being reopened in families with incompatible beliefs or levels of comfort regarding

Courts in New York State are responsible for considering the ownership and monetary value of goods and assets in the home during divorce proceedings. In terms of ownership and distribution, the Courts treat pets just like any other item or property. This ultimately means that a divorce Court Order will likely determine pet custody. Are there other choices available, to

Going through a divorce is difficult, and is often so in a myriad of ways for each person involved. Divorce is stressful and results in significant life changes, all of which impact the most important areas of the participants’ lives. Lifestyle changes and financial responsibilities shift, as well as considerations about costs relating to raising children separately. Navigating financial burdens

The divorce process can be incredibly overwhelming. It may be difficult to determine a starting point, especially if you do not know what the law requires. If you are unable to settle your divorce without litigation, the first step is to find a lawyer who is committed to help you. That attorney – your counsel and divorce law expert -

In most divorces, both parties agree that the relationship is over. Divorces will not be granted until an agreement or a court resolution of questions concerning division of property, custody over children, alimony, and child support. But what can you do if only one of the spouses wants to terminate the marriage? Reasons Only One Spouse Might Want to End

The agony of losing custody of a child is something no parent should endure. Parents often find themselves in this tragic situation, and it can be tough to know how to cope with such a life-altering occurrence. However, there are things you can do to simplify things for yourself and your family. It can be tough to imagine how you

Although the most intense period of COVID-19 is hopefully behind us, the fear of contracting this virus still exists, and it can affect court proceedings, including in the realm of family law. The pandemic has changed a lot about how courts operate, so someone who is concerned about their health can potentially be granted a virtual hearing in a divorce

Traditional views of family are evolving to keep pace with technologies and the changing legal and social landscape. Prior to assisted reproductive technologies, it was not necessary to determine who the parents of a baby were, as biology told you that. But the right to procreation has not always been available to everyone. Having children is a life event that