Trusts in Divorce
June 18, 2023
This post is about the intersection of divorce proceedings and legal instruments known as trusts. A trust places certain assets of the person who creates the trust (called a settlor) in the hands of a trustee, who is obligated to manage the assets in accordance … Read More »
How to Organize Your Finances and Documents
February 18, 2023
In a divorce case – whether in court or not – the parties, the attorneys and the court must know the incomes and assets of both spouses. They need to know what assets exist and how much they are worth. This is because marital assets … Read More »
Considering Divorce? Strategic Planning may result in better outcomes
January 29, 2023
Whether you are thinking of litigation or mediation for your divorce, there are considerations that, in an ideal world, you would look at before deciding when and how to proceed. It’s important to review these considerations with an experienced attorney, a professional who can help … Read More »
That First Conversation with Your Spouse About Divorce
October 4, 2021
A decision to divorce, ideally, is mutual. But most often, initially, it is not. Yet one spouse must be the one to initiate the discussion. If you’re that initiating spouse, then this is for you. If you are not, this blog is also for you. … Read More »
HAS COVID INCREASED THE DIVORCE RATE IN THE HUDSON VALLEY?
August 9, 2021
Many people have asked us whether there is an increase in divorce since the shutdown of 2020. Although it is too early to really know, it seems to us that it may not be so, even though we have been very busy since July of … Read More »
Thinking of Splitting Up? Read This First
September 30, 2019
If you are considering separating from your spouse, you are probably having a million thoughts a minute. It is a difficult choice, with lots of implications, so it makes sense to slow down and think clearly. Question One: Should I stay or should I go? … Read More »
Divorcing and Difficult Conversations – Where to Begin
September 28, 2019
DEALING PRODUCTIVELY WITH CHANGE TAKES COURAGE — BUT IT’S WORTH THE EFFORT Getting separated or divorced often requires having many difficult conversations. Sometimes it is hard to know where to start. If you are in the process of divorcing or are considering separation, read on. One … Read More »
Thinking About Divorce–What to Consider First
September 26, 2019
PERSONAL, FINANCIAL, AND LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS You’re thinking about divorce. It’s a complicated process, whether you look at it emotionally, financially or legally. You are likely feeling all different emotions, sometimes minute to minute it changes – anger, confusion, fear, hurt, maybe nothing. This is totally … Read More »
Collaborative Divorce–A Process Option Whose Time Has Come
September 24, 2019
WHY COUPLES CHOOSE COLLABORATIVE LAW OVER COURT Kim Ciesinski recently wrote an excellent article in the New York Law Journal explaining the advantages of collaborative law over litigation in divorce cases. She identifies upsides including client-driven negotiation, privacy, emotional guidance and financial expertise. In addition, she characterizes … Read More »
Legal Consultations–Fee or Free?
September 22, 2019
WHY SOME LAWYERS CHARGE A CONSULTATION FEE AND SOME DON’T We are sometimes asked why we charge a consultation fee when some attorneys give free consults. Our reasons are rooted in the quality of a potential client’s decision-making following the consultation. At Lazar & Schwartz … Read More »
