Legal Blogs
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
