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  • What Rights Do Grandparents Have in a Divorce?

    While divorce can be messy for the spouses involved, it can also be a stressful time for the grandparents of their children. A divorce can have a substantial impact on the relationship a grandparent has with their grandchildren. Sometimes one spouse will decide to cut off communication between grandparents and their grandchild. If you are a grandparent who wants to take legal action to preserve ...
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  • Are There Tax Breaks for Divorce?

    Divorcing a spouse causes a lot of change, including the way you file taxes. Once you have finalized your divorce , your filing status will return to single, and you will need to immediately update your W-2 with the proper deduction amounts. Additionally, a number of tax breaks may apply to you. If you need a Westchester County divorce lawyer, look no further than Friedman & Friedman, Attorneys at ...
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  • The Cost of Divorce in New York

    Divorce is a tricky thing. There’s paperwork, lawyers, and the anxiety of dealing with your future-ex. On top of all that, there’s a financial toll that comes with the process, which begs the question: How much does a divorce cost? The short answer is that cost depends on the terms and process of your divorce, and can vary from a few hundred dollars to tens of thousands of dollars. The stress of ...
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  • Can I Represent Myself In a Divorce?

    One of the most common questions we receive from prospective clients is: “Can I represent myself in a divorce?” The short answer is yes, you can technically represent yourself in your divorce . However, before you choose to represent yourself, there are some things that you should be aware of. In this blog, we explain why finding yourself in court without a lawyer can be a disconcerting ...
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  • Why January Is the Most Popular Month to File Divorce

    January is the mark of the new year and, for many, it symbolizes a fresh start and an opportunity to become a better version of themselves. However, this is not only a month for embarking on new diets, breaking bad habits, or pursuing loftier goals. According to courts across the country, this is also the month when most divorces are filed. Why is that, after such a family-focused holiday season, ...
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  • Are Divorces Public Record in New York?

    Most people do not want their neighbors, their friends, or even close family members knowing the details of their divorce . Unfortunately, that is a possibility for any divorce filed in New York. Due to the state’s underlying legislation regarding family law cases, each divorce is a matter of public record. Who Would Search for a Divorce Record? Anyone who knows where to look can access divorce ...
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  • The Effects of Divorce on Children

    As divorcing parents, you and your spouse are likely concerned about navigating the end of your marriage in an efficient and effective way. We have all heard stories of children who have grown up in broken homes, traumatized by all they witnessed and heard throughout the demise of their parents’ marriage. Perhaps you were even one of those children, and it impacted you more than you’d like to ...
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  • The Divorce To-Do List

    Divorce is never a truly simple process. Every case is unique and involves its own unique combination of issues and problems; but there are some aspects of every divorce that generally remain the same. To help you prepare for the smoothest possible divorce, our White Plains divorce lawyers at Friedman & Friedman have compiled a “divorce to-do list" to guide you as you prepare to dissolve your ...
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  • Can I Get a Divorce in NY Without My Spouse's Consent?

    Divorce is never a simple process, but there are some situations that only complicate the process. For example, there are some cases where one spouse wants a divorce and even serves a divorce summons to their spouse, but never receives a response, consenting or otherwise. There are also cases where a person is married and wants a divorce, but has been separated from their spouse and has no idea ...
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  • Legal Separation or Divorce - Which Is Right for Me?

    Choosing the Best Option for Your Family For many couples who are unhappy in their marriage, divorce is simply not an option. Going separate ways and cutting all ties is not only a daunting prospect, but can also be damaging to any children that the two parties have together, or to financial and business assets that have been built during the marriage. Fortunately for some, there is a possible ...
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  • How to Tell Your Spouse You Want a Divorce

    Divorce is never expected. Even with divorce rates as high as 50% for first marriages in the United States, no one ever gets married expecting their relationship to fail. So, when that unexpected moment comes and you realize that you and your spouse were never meant to be in it for the long haul… how do you break the news that you want a divorce? The Westchester County divorce lawyers here at ...
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  • Social Media in Divorce

    Social media has become an issue in a larger and larger number of divorces over the past decade. When you are involved in a legal issue—be it a criminal case, civil suit, or a family law issue—the words you say can potentially be used against you in court. For this reason, attorneys will always strongly advise you to refrain from speaking about your case as much as possible, confiding only in your ...
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  • Can a Marriage Survive a Significant Political Divide?

    Many Americans will admit that no matter what side they were on in the 2016 Presidential election, it did feel as if they were on a side. Candidates and campaigns seemed to be focused more on “them versus us” and less on “all of us together” than ever before. Nearly a month after the election concluded, Trump and Clinton supporters alike are still at odds in the news and all over social media. The ...
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  • Gray Divorces are on the Rise

    Over the past few decades, the divorce rates across the country have been on the rise. At first glance, it may be tempting to attribute this trend to the younger generation, however, older generations such as the baby boomers are also playing their part. A study out of Bowling Green State University in Ohio found that on average, the divorce rate among those over 50 years of age doubled between ...
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  • 7 Financial Tips for Divorcing couples

    If you are currently going through a divorce , issues related to the division and distribution of assets can be on the forefront of your mind. Make no mistake, without adequate preparation, a divorce can wreak havoc on your finances. Reviewing years of monetary data can seem overwhelming, but the first step is to create a plan and get organized. Our blog covers 7 tips for divorcing couples to help ...
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