Why You Should Get a Family Law Attorney

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Attorneys and lawyers that practice family law are known to take up all kinds of cases that relate to family issues ranging from common to highly unusual cases. Normally they will handle cases regarding separation,  legal separation, divorce, adoption, prenuptial agreements, child custody, alimony, and support agreements, or the division of properties that were accumulated throughout the marriage.

They can handle pretty much anything that is related to family and even sometimes take uncommon cases that intersect with other branches of the law such as property law, criminal law, even probation issues.

As always there are a ton of questions that can come up when searching for a family law attorney. One of the biggest questions asked is “how easy will this be?”

An honest lawyer is going to be straight with you and explain the process, even the hard parts– especially the hard parts. They will discuss all options available, what kind of effects it will have on your friends, family, and children along with the pros and cons of each option.

They can also answer questions regarding child custody, alimony, child support, and numerous other things.

Family Lawyers are there to assist you with any questions that you might think of and a good one will have an simple understandable answer. One thing for a family to take into consideration if you are separating or divorcing is child support laws. They usually vary state to state, are not bound by any specific federal statutes, and can be extremely confusing — especially if you don’t receive proper assistance.

If this is the case it is always a good practice to seek out a lawyer from your state, or the state where the case is being processed as they will be well versed in that state’s family law statutes.

Another advantage a family lawyer has is their ability to help a parent out if they are having issues making child support or alimony payments on time due to extraneous circumstances like loss of job, injury, etc. Normally when this is the case they will help you seek assistance through the courts to make adjustments. They can also help in regards to other things such as child visitation rights, even pet visitation rights which is becoming quite a common issue, and receiving and transferring funds if parents are living in separate states.

When it comes to family problems which are usually extremely stressful and upsetting, a family lawyer can be quite useful in assisting with the resolution of those issues. As always it is usually best to seek out a family lawyer who has qualifications in the specific area that you need help with but also has experience in other areas if such a need should arise.
One final thing to look at is the Family Lawyer’s work load. They may be a capable lawyer, but if their workload is too large they may not be able to dedicate the time required to resolve the case. As with most things, you can always start off with researching lawyers in your area either through the web or the yellow pages.

Aronov Esq Contested Divorce Lawyer 98-14 Queens Boulevard Flushing, NY 11374 (718) 206-2050 http://divorcelawyernys.com

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What Is The Law Regarding Divorce Fees/Costs in NYC?

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The good news is that NYC is part of state wide effort to make the divorce process faster and cheaper. In July of 2011, New York State passed a law which serves to allow couples to obtain a divorce without having to prove any timely and costly legal claims like adultery or abandonment. This innovative “No-Fault” divorce in our state allows couples to get divorced without making any one party at fault. Divorce attorneys can now provide client’s looking for an uncontested divorce with a cheaper, easier and less time consuming divorce.

When it comes to divorce one of the first things that comes to mind is how much will it all cost? The short answer: it depends if it contested or uncontested and how hard the sides battle in the event it is contested. uncontested divorces are fast & easy while a contested divorce can go past settlement and deep into trial. In most cases the couple will be able to save a lot of legal fees by coming to mutual agreement and filing for an uncontested divorce.

If divorce is contested, both partners usually pay the court fees and legal fees upfront. Some people have their attorney’s request for their spouse to cover a portion of their fees or the whole thing. It is also common for a judge to order one spouse to cover all legal costs involved. This is determined by a number of factors such as which of you filed for the divorce, if one partner is a stay-at-home parent, and who has a more capable divorce lawyer.

Here is a list of things that will determine how much divorce can cost:

Your divorce lawyer’s legal fees

When it comes to divorce, you don’t want to skimp on attorney fees. Find a NYSBA authorized divorce lawyer who will protect you and your interests. With enough searching, you may be able to find a lawyer who won’t charge incredibly high fees. Most divorce lawyers usually charge a lot but they usually provide good work to back it up.

Settlements

The divorce proceedings will cost significantly less the more you and your spouse can come to terms and agree on all matters involved and avoid trial as fast as possible. Lengthy settlements or drawn out court cases about marital property, child custody, and child support can cost a pretty penny. These factors constitute the major expenses in most divorces.

Will you fight for custody of your children?

Fighting for custody over your children will bring up several fees including psychiatric evaluations, witness testimonies, etc. Fighting for custody also means more work for your lawyer who is likely to be billing you by the hour.

How much marital assets and debts is there?

If you have gathered significant amounts of debts and marital property, you may need to hire a certified divorce financial analyst, or a pension fund expert. This would be additional expenses added on top of all your legal fees. One should seek advice from a divorce attorney regarding the effect that any debt, assets and property will have on their case.

Your legal strategy and your spouse’s legal strategy

This simply highlights the importance of picking legal representation you are comfortable and see eye-to-eye with. If either you or your spouse’s attorney chooses aggressive one-sided strategies, you will be the one footing the bill. Some divorce lawyers choose more adversarial tactics since it means more money for them.

Legally, you can always fire your legal representative and find another one if you want to try a different more practical approach. What really determines the cost of divorce is how much you and your spouse are willing to work with each other to fix your issues. Settling things outside of court from the get go will be the key to save money. This will allow you to take advantage of the aforementioned “NYC No Fault Divorce Law” If both of you cannot put your differences aside prepare your wallets and free up your schedule.

Contributed By A New York State Bar Authorized Attorney

What’s The Law For An Uncontested Divorce in New York?

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In the state of New York, a couple can get divorced without the intervention of a court of law through a divorce agreement or settlement. As long as the parties agree about the future of their property, finances and children it will be referred to as an “uncontested divorce”. This is a quick process which usually does not involve the need to appear in court. Sometimes an uncontested divorce is referred to as “on consent,” as the defendant agrees to divorce with the signing of the required documents. Other times an uncontested divorce is referred to as “on default” as the defendant does respond to a summons with a notice that is served to them.

If you would like to learn more about our local divorce process read this informative and to the point Divorce guide for residents of NY.

This valuable information was contributed by the: Law Offices of Nathan Pinkhasov 95-20 63rd Road, Suite B Rego Park, NY 11374 (718) 459-2600 nathanpinkhasov.com

Nathan Pinkhasov is a Divorce Attorney in the Queens, NYC area. Nathan’s informative writings on Matrimonial & Divorce law are well recognized and published across the five boroughs of NYC.