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Frequently Asked Questions

• When is Spousal Support or Alimony Awarded in New York?
  A New York Court may direct either spouse to provide alimony to the other spouse depending on the standard of living of the parties established during the marriage, the property and income of the … more
• What Documents and Supporting Information are Required to be Submitted with a Divorce Petition in New York?
  In New York, a verified complaint action for divorce must state the spouses’ names and residences, how the spouses’ have satisfied the residency requirements to obtain a divorce, the … more
• What are Grounds for Divorce in New York?
  Currently, the grounds for divorce in New York include: (1) the cruel and inhuman treatment of the plaintiff by the defendant; (2) the abandonment of the plaintiff by the defendant for one year or … more
• What are the Laws in New York about How Marital Property Will be Distributed After Divorce?
  If the parties do not come to an agreement, a New York Court will distribute the marital property equitably considering: (1) the income and property of each party at the time of marriage, and at … more
• What are the Residency and Filing Requirements for Divorce in New York?
  In New York, residency is established for purposes of filing a divorce petition if: (1) the parties were married in New York, one party is a resident of New York and has been a New York resident … more