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3 key ways a trust can safeguard your child’s future
As a parent, nothing is more important than protecting your child. Thinking about what could happen if you are suddenly unable to care for them is difficult, but planning ahead can give you peace of mind. One of the most effective estate planning tools is a trust. A...
How families can avoid probate delays
Probate in New York can become complicated. When it drags on longer than expected, it forces your family to wait for access to the assets you intend for them. The good news is that you can take steps now to keep things moving. By understanding what slows the process...
Caught off guard? 5 things to consider when asked for a divorce
Divorce can be an overwhelming process, whether you expected it or not. If the request surprised you, you might still feel shocked and unsure about your next steps. But even amid the confusion, it is important to think clearly and act with intention. In New York,...
Are marital mistakes threatening the outcome of your divorce?
No one is perfect in their marriage. Although a lot of couples can work through their mistakes and their shortcomings while protecting the integrity of their marriage, sometimes that just isn’t possible. And some marriages fall apart simply due to changed priorities...
My spouse wants a divorce. Now what?
It can feel like you’ve been hit by a wrecking ball when your spouse informs you that they want a divorce. This is true even if you were suspecting that marriage dissolution was on the horizon. The shock of it can leave flat-footed, stunned and uncertain of your next...
What to do when falsely accused of parental alienation
Child custody disputes can become more contentious than many expect, resulting in serious allegations being lobbed by each parent. This can include accusations that one parent has engaged in parental alienation. If you’re on the receiving end of parental alienation...
Four ways to protect yourself from a lying spouse
In an ideal divorce, you and your spouse would effectively communicate, be honest with each other and work to find mutually beneficial resolution. Yet, the reality is that all too often divorces are riddled with conflict, and spouses struggle to be truthful. That’s...
Four reasons to engage in estate planning at a young age
A lot of people think that estate planning is something for the elderly, and many make the mistake of thinking that estate planning is only about asset distribution. There’s so much more to the process that can give you and your loved ones needed protection and peace...
Tips for defending against a motion to modify custody
As time goes on and circumstances change, you might suddenly find that your child custody agreement or visitation order is no longer tenable. In some instances, the custody order becomes downright dangerous when the child’s other parent poses a threat to their...
Four dangers of DIY estate planning
A quick internet search will uncover a whole host of templates and self-help guides claiming to give you the tools you need to build an effective estate plan. When you see these resources, you might t be tempted to create your own estate plan and bypass legal...