Oneida County Divorce Law Blog
What is the goal of a prenup?
In many ways, a prenup is a chance to talk through your divorce and make decisions even before you get married. You know that your rights are going to change when you marry the other person, entering a contract with them, and you want some control over that. The...
4 things you need to know about getting a QDRO
As you prepare for the divorce process, it’s natural to have concerns about what will happen to your retirement benefits. While there are many ways to tackle this, a qualified domestic relations order (QDRO) may be your best option. A QDRO is most commonly used for...
Winning a divorce battle with a sociopath
Divorce battles, including the ones over child custody, can wear you down mentally. When your ex is sociopath, you’re likely going to feel like you’re constantly fighting, but there is a technique you might be able to use that could help you to get the matters...
Can you get a QDRO if you’re already divorced?
A Qualified Domestic Relations Order (QDRO) is a very valuable tool to use if you are getting divorced and your partner has a pension or a retirement plan. Even though they may not be retired yet, they earned a portion of that plan during your marriage, and that makes...
Are military pensions different than other pensions in a divorce?
People who serve in the military are subject to more regulations and rules than other American adults. In addition to complying with state and federal laws, they must also comply with the Uniform Code of Military Justice. The military has its own rules that affect...
Why paying spousal support may make your life easier
Paying money to your ex-wife may be the last thing you wish to consider when getting a divorce. However, it may make your life more comfortable in the long run. Put yourself in your wife’s shoes for a minute. She has to go out into the world and stand on her own two...
Does divorce mean selling your home?
Divorce means the end of your marriage, and that can be a big enough change to really present some challenges all on its own, but it may be compounded by the fact that you have to sell your home. You have to move. You lose this place that you may have called home for...
Child custody negotiations don’t have to be contentious
Child custody negotiations are sometimes heated discussions, but you don’t have to suffer through this. You and your ex can decide to put the children first and put your focus on doing what the kids need. This means you’ll have to put your differences aside and leave...
Collaborating can be a great way to resolve conflicts in divorce
You and your spouse still get along, even though you’ve decided to separate and divorce. Neither of you wants a costly divorce, nor do you want to drag it out longer than necessary. One thing that may be helpful to you is a collaborative divorce. Collaborative...
What to know about QDROs
For those expecting to retire soon, understanding the basics of a Qualified Domestics Relations Order (QDRO) is essential. Retirees expecting a divorce or with dependents will be particularly impacted by a QDRO, as these court orders affect the payout of retirement...