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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

Do I Have to Pay Child Support if I Don't Get to See My Children?
It hardly seems fair to pay your child support on time, week after week, month after month, only to have your ex-husband or ex-wife prevent you from seeing your children. In fact, problems with visitation are one of the most common reasons given by parents for not paying their child support. However, child support and visitation are two totally separate issues, and you cannot stop … more
The Difference Between Marriage and Civil Unions
Much is made in the media about the differences between marriage and civil unions but what exactly are those differences and are they significant? People, presumably, get married because they are in love and seek to make a life time commitment to each other. People enter domestic partnerships for the same presumptive reasons. However, a marriage brings certain legal benefits … more