New York Family Law Rules
New York Family Law Rules
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Get started with an overview of the basic laws and processes in a New York Divorce.
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How Do I File for Divorce in New York?
Filing for divorce on your own in New York is certainly possible, and you can learn the steps and get the forms here. But whether it’s a good idea—that might be a different story.
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Dividing Property in a New York Divorce
If you’re getting divorced in New York, the issue of dividing your property is going to come up. You may think you know what you’re entitled to—but you could be in for a surprise.
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New York Child Custody and Relocation
Child custody can be one of the most emotionally charged issues in a New York divorce. But once it’s been resolved, that ends it, right? Maybe not, especially if a parent wants to move away.
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Child support is an unavoidable by-product of having children, whether in New York or any other state. The question is: who’s responsible, and for how much?
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Uncontested Divorce in New York
Getting divorced in New York can be a relatively pain free process—if you qualify for an uncontested divorce.
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Family Law Motions in New York
What is a Motion? A motion is an application or request to the Court, to grant interim relief, usually made during the pendency of an action. Sometimes we call them applications for pendente lite relief.
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Validity of Foreign Divorces under New York Law
Divorce laws are different in every country and they may vary depending on regional, state or provincial laws, and even further on local customs, cultures and religion. With this complete lack of uniformity, should US courts recognize foreign divorces? What happens when a New York resident gets divorced in a foreign country?
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The Basics of Annulment in New York
In New York, the court offers two types of legal procedures to end a marriage: traditional divorce and annulment. Continue reading to learn about the grounds and requirements for an annulment in New York.
