Oneida County Divorce Law Blog
Divorce: Why a 2nd or 3rd Marriage May not Last
Divorce is never an easy thing to go through, but the fact is that there was a high probability of it before you even tied the knot. In fact, reports New York and around the world state that about 50% of first marriages will fail, with that number only climbing within...
How is credit card debt divided during a divorce?
When you file for divorce in New York, your first priority might be figuring out how to divide up your assets. But contrary to popular belief, it's not just the assets that get divided up in a divorce. Your debts can also be divided between you and your former spouse....
What are the benefits of a collaborative divorce?
The concept of a collaborative divorce isn't popular among many people in New York. In their minds, agreeing to a collaborative divorce is like giving up and letting their partner win. Why should they be civil to someone who's consistently disrespected them? However,...
How to split a pension in New York
If you get divorced in New York state, you may be entitled to a portion of a former spouse's pension benefits. In most cases, the Majauskas formula is used to calculate how much an individual is allowed to receive. However, other methods may be used to create an...
Social Security benefits for non-working ex-spouses
Some longtime New York marriages end in divorce near the couple's retirement years. While the marriage was in effect, at least one member of a married couple likely worked and earned a significant amount over a career. When that person qualifies to draw Social...
The basics of collaborative divorce
When it comes to divorce in New York and around the country, the typical image people have is of lawyers fighting for their clients in ways that can quickly become nasty. Not everyone wants to argue and try to get the most money and custody, however. Some people are...
Keeping transportation of children neutral after a divorce
There are few situations more difficult in life than a divorce involving minor children. Child custody and visitation are often the worst sticking points in hammering out a settlement. Parents in New York should always respect the schedules that they've arrived at...
Drafting divorce agreements through mediation
Mediation is a form of alternative dispute resolution. Courts often rule that civil cases, like divorce, may resolve in mediation instead of traditional litigation. Judges will not allow any case to leave the courtroom however, and only grant mediation if the...
Wait: How exactly does the holiday schedule with the kids work?
It’s that time of year again: While most people are thinking about how they’re going to get the leaves out of the yard, divorced parents are already thinking ahead about how they’re going to juggle the holiday schedule with the kids. If you’ve forgotten how this works...
What to do if you never acted on the need for a QDRO
There are so many details to manage during a divorce that is easy to let a few things slip. You have to advocate for yourself, adjust to a new household or custody arrangements, update your estate plan and get the support you need to move on emotionally. When the...