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Divorce
Jeff Bezos’ and Lauren Sánchez’s decision to draft a prenuptial agreement has gained a lot of attention. This week’s blog talks about some of the reasons the couple may have elected to draft a prenup, and how a prenup can be a useful tool for a happy couple
November 15, 2024
Divorce
Intended parents have important legal considerations to keep in mind when embarking on their surrogacy journey. This week’s blog goes over some key points for Intended Parents to keep in mind as they seek to grow their family.
November 8, 2024
Divorce
Have you ever wondered what happens when a child is taken across country lines without the other parent’s consent. This is what is referred to as a Hague case. Hague cases present unique legal challenges and are best served by experienced child custody lawyers.
November 1, 2024
Divorce
One of the most important questions for many people in a divorce is who gets to keep the family house. This week’s blog talks about some key considerations the courts take in mind when determining how the house will be divided between the spouses.
October 25, 2024
Divorce
Most married couples accumulate some form of marital debt. The most common forms are mortgages, auto-loans, and student debt. This week’s blog discusses how these debts are can be divided in a New York divorce and helpful things to consider when considering a divorce.
October 18, 2024
Divorce
For many people, pets are a part of the family. The idea that they can be considered as marital property is foreign to most. This week’s blog helps to shed light on how pets are factored into a divorce settlement and provide some tips on how to approach this tricky topic.
October 11, 2024
Divorce
A common question we hear from individuals facing or considering a divorce is the role that infidelity plays in a divorce proceeding. This week’s blog discusses the grounds for divorce, how infidelity factors into these grounds, and what may be impacted in your ultimate Judgment of Divorce by infidelity.
October 4, 2024
Child Custody
The relationship between a grandparent and their grandchildren can be one of the most important relationships in a child’s life. This week’s blog discusses grandparents, child custody agreements, and helpful tricks to consider when dealing with a child custody case involving grandparents.
September 27, 2024
Child Custody
Co-parenting is never easy after the breakdown of a marriage or a partnership. When the other parent is a narcissist, or has narcissistic tendencies, it can be even harder. This week’s blog talks about what can make co-parenting with a narcissist tricky and offers some helpful tips on how to help reduce the potential for conflict.
September 9, 2024
Divorce
A commonly asked questions by people considering a divorce is what they should do in preparation to filing. This week’s blog covers this question, along with the other commonly asked questions of when to tell your spouse you would like a divorce, and how to manage any feeling of guilt as a result of filing for a divorce.
September 13, 2024
Divorce
Cryptocurrency has become more and more prevalent in today’s society. As an intangible asset, it is important that you understand some key considerations of digital assets as you navigate a divorce.
September 6, 2024
Divorce
Spousal Maintenance is often a common topic of concern for people facing a divorce. This week’s blog talks about what spousal maintenance is, what the different types are, and what factors affect duration and amount of maintenance.
August 30, 2024
Divorce
Divorces involving narcissists tend to be some of the most complex and contentious divorces we see. Fortunately, our office has the knowledge and experience to help you navigate your divorce, particularly when the other side has narcissistic tendencies. Read this week’s blog to learn more.
August 23, 2024
Child Custody
We often get asked if there is a bias against fathers when it comes to child custody agreements. No! This week’s blog talks about how fathers can best set themselves up when facing a child custody matter in New York.
August 16, 2024
Divorce
A primary concern for everyone going through a divorce is how their health coverage may be impacted.This week’s blog discusses how divorce may impact your health insurance and what to consider when going through a divorce.
August 9, 2024
Divorce
One of the top concerns we hear from people who are considering a divorce is how long the process will take. While there is some control you and your attorney have over the length of a divorce process, there are some things outside of your control. Check out this week’s blog, where we talk about what can make a divorce take longer than expected and how you can avoid a lengthy divorce.
July 26, 2024
Matrimonial
If you are planning for your upcoming wedding, don’t forget to include a prenuptial agreement as part of the preparation! This week’s blog covers all things prenups. Check out our seven important questions to consider when drafting your prenuptial agreement.
July 12, 2024
Divorce
Divorce is hard enough as it is. As a business owner, you may find yourself worrying about how a divorce could impact your business interests. While seemingly complex, divorces involving marital businesses are not uncommon. Read this week’s blog to understand more about how a divorce works when a business you own is involved.
June 28, 2024
Divorce
Have you ever wondered what the difference between mediation and litigation is when it comes to divorce? Our team of experienced litigators and trained mediators breaks down some helpful differences between these two approaches to divorce and when one may be better for you and your spouse than the other.
June 21, 2024
Matrimonial
Are you and your partner fighting about money or how you may be spending it? In this week’s blog, we talk about a few ways money can affect your relationship and give some tips on how to navigate this sensitive topic.
June 14, 2024
Divorce
In today’s increasingly global society, the rate of international marriages and divorces is increasing. With New York being a mecca for international exchange, how do international divorce decrees work in New York? Read this week’s blog to find out.
June 7, 2024
Matrimonial
Couple’s therapy is often viewed as a sign your relationship has already failed. Even if it is too late, a good therapist can help you idenitfy the best next steps to take for you and your partner. On the other hand, they may be able to help you find a common ground and avoid a divorce or a separation.
May 31, 2024
Family
Orders of Protection are orders designed to protect individuals from alleged threats. There are several kinds Orders of Protection and circumstances that may lead to one. This week’s blog talks about what these orders are, how you can petition for one, and what to do if you are served an order of protection.
May 24, 2024
Divorce
After a long, complex divorce, it is tempting to start fresh somewhere new. However, if you have children, there are some important considerations to keep in mind when considering moving somewhere new after your divorce is finalized.
May 13, 2024
Family
Assisted Reproductive Technology, or A.R.T. for short, refers to the non-traditional methods used to grow a family. It involves I.V.F (in vitro fertilization), Surrogacy, gamete donation, and other fertilization technologies. As this field grows, it is important to understand the important legal implications.
April 29, 2024
Divorce
While it may seem tempting to undervalue or conceal assets to prevent giving them up, it is a dangerous game to play. An experienced divorce attorney can help you get an agreeable settlement without lying about or concealing your assets.
March 25, 2024
Child Custody
Circumstances often change following a finalized agreement. As you and your life grow, these agreements should be tailored to continue to fit you and your family’s lifestyle. Our attorneys at Douglas Family Law Group are experienced modification attorneys and are here to help.
March 25, 2024
Matrimonial
During a complex divorce or child custody case, you may be tempted to record evidence concerning your spouse’s conduct in any way you can. It is important that you speak with an experienced New York divorce attorney to understand what is legally acceptable when it comes to recording.
March 25, 2024
Family
Minors engaging in sexual activities is a sensitive topic. However, it is important that parents understand the legal repercussions of a minor engaging in sexual relations when one party is a legal adult.
March 25, 2024
Divorce
We often hear about annulments in the news when it comes to celebrity marriages, but do we really know what this powerful term means? Annulments are not exclusive to the famous. In this blog, we break down this nuanced term and explore the reasons for an annulment, the consequences of an annulment, and what it takes to be granted an annulment.
March 22, 2024
