Probate disputes can be a source of tremendous stress and conflict for families during an already difficult time. These disputes often arise when family members disagree on how to distribute a deceased loved one’s assets, or when there are questions about the validity of a will or the competency of the deceased at the time […]
Category Archives: Divorce
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Apr
Apr
Divorce can be a difficult and emotional process, but mediation can offer a more amicable and cost-effective way to settle the various issues that arise when a marriage ends. Mediation is a collaborative process where both parties work with a neutral third-party mediator to reach a settlement agreement that satisfies the needs of everyone involved. […]
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Feb
Feb
New York joins Alaska, California, Illinois, Maine and New Hampshire in enacting pet custody laws. Under the New York “pet custody” legislation enacted on Oct. 25, 2021 and effective immediately (S.4248/A.5775), courts will now be required to consider the best interests of “companion animals” when awarding possession during divorce or separation proceedings. Companion animals include […]
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Nov
Nov
Yes. In Torcivia v. Suffolk County the 2nd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals at New York upheld a police policy to temporarily seize guns from people transported for a mental health evaluation following a domestic incident. The court said Suffolk County, New York, isn’t liable because its gun-seizure policy falls within a special-needs exception to […]
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Aug
Aug
Are you ready to start the divorce process? Check out these 4 divorce tips for legal guidance, then give our Rochester attorneys a call today. Contested Vs. Uncontested Divorce Most clients say theirs will be amicable and uncontested – but the terms are considerably different. Your divorce is uncontested when you serve your spouse and […]
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May
May
Are you going through the divorce process and need help? Check out these 3 commonly asked divorce questions, then call our attorneys today. 1) What are the Steps in the Divorce Process? The client’s first step toward divorce is learning about his or her legal rights. The second step is making a decision as to […]
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Mar
Mar
Are you facing a divorce and need experienced advice and representation? Check out these 4 important tips, then give our office a call. 1. Most Important Issues in Your Case In an initial divorce consultation, the two most important issues are children and money. The client wants to know who’s going to have custody of […]
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Feb
Feb
As a dedicated Rochester Divorce Attorney, I often speak to clients about what they need to know about spousal support and maintenance. Give this a read about understanding spousal maintenance then give us a call to set up your first consultation with our Rochester family law attorney. New York law contains a formula specifically designed to […]
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Nov
Nov
As a dedicated Rochester Divorce Lawyer, I am often asked about the steps in the divorce process. The client’s first step toward divorce is learning about his or her legal rights. The second step is making a decision as to whether or not to proceed with the divorce. If the decision is to proceed, the next […]