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Why couples should meet with divorce attorneys before marrying

On behalf of Michael G. Putter, Attorney at Law | Jan 18, 2021 | Blog, Divorce

Couples headed for matrimony likely look forward to a lifetime with their spouses, so why should they meet with a divorce attorney before getting married? Setting up such a meeting could make sense as a preparatory measure. Many marriages in New York end in divorce,...

What can’t be included in a prenup?

On behalf of Michael G. Putter, Attorney at Law | Jan 12, 2021 | Blog, Divorce

Although most people don’t want to talk about divorce before they even say their “I dos,” it is incredibly important to introduce the idea of creating a prenuptial agreement to protect one or both parties. However, much like any other legal document...

Alternatives to the week-on, week off custody arrangement

On behalf of Michael G. Putter, Attorney at Law | Dec 31, 2020 | Blog, Child Custody

When it comes to divorce, figuring out how to manage child custody can be one of the most difficult parts of the process. Even if parents have an amicable divorce, they’re aware that their children may be dealing with a lot of emotional issues regarding the...

Divorce: Why a 2nd or 3rd Marriage May not Last

On behalf of Michael G. Putter, Attorney at Law | Nov 20, 2020 | Blog, Divorce

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 to split a pension in New York

On behalf of Michael G. Putter, Attorney at Law | Oct 22, 2020 | Blog, Division Of Pensions

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...

QDROs and the importance of a retirement plan administrator

by Michael G. Putter, Attorney at Law | Apr 28, 2018 | Blog

Employer-provided retirement plans are very important assets, and in a divorce proceeding, their importance rises to a whole new level. Certain retirement fund benefits may have one or more beneficiaries, but Qualified Domestic Relations Orders, or QDROs, must first...

3 tips for protecting your retirement savings during divorce

by Michael G. Putter, Attorney at Law | Apr 1, 2018 | Blog

As your marriage fades away, you do not need to let your retirement savings to go with it. You probably have concerns about your spouse getting a huge chunk of your retirement savings. The thought of watching your 401(k) or IRA go down the drain may be just as...

Can I request custody of a child if I am not the parent?

by Michael G. Putter, Attorney at Law | Mar 4, 2018 | Blog

You are not the parent of the children you take an active role in helping to raise, but you love them very much. Recent circumstances have made it necessary to question who the children’s primary custodial guardian should be. If you are not the biological parent, do...

3 ways to make divorce immensely easier on the kids

by Michael G. Putter, Attorney at Law | Jan 29, 2018 | Blog

Divorce is one of the most stressful things a person can go through. The reason for this is that a breakup of any kind leads to a disruption in a person’s normal activities. The status quo is no longer there, and it is important for spouses to understand...

What happens to your pension in a New York divorce?

by Michael G. Putter, Attorney at Law | Jan 2, 2018 | Blog

Getting a divorce is a difficult process on both an emotional and a practical level. There are so many things to consider that it can often happen that some detail gets overlooked. Financial assets are of primary importance, and the division of your assets...
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