How to Get an Uncontested Divorce in New York

Divorce is often an extremely stressful and difficult time. The breakup of a relationship is a challenging and emotionally draining undertaking. Thankfully, for those seeking divorce on Long Island and in the greater New York metropolitan area there is...

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The Benefits of Both Collaborative Divorce and Mediation During Covid-19

The Covid-19 pandemic has placed numerous stressors on individuals and families, particularly those either thinking about, in the midst of, or having finalized a separation or divorce, especially when children are involved. For those parents who are co-parenting children, the...

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Divorce During COVID-19: Why the Collaborative Model Makes Sense

We are members of the Long Island Collaborative Divorce Professionals, which is a group of specially trained professionals, committed to helping families find a better path when faced with divorce or family conflict. Our professional group publishes relevant articles pertaining to...

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Persuading Your Spouse to Use the Mediation or Collaborative Divorce Process

Divorce is never an easy decision. But, once you have decided to move forward, you next must decide the best method of settlement for you and your spouse.  There are three options to consider: litigation, collaborative divorce or mediation.  If you have...

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Six Reasons Why Divorce Mediation is the Best Choice for Your Children

Divorce can be a challenging time for parents and children alike, but parental mediation offers a peaceful, cost-effective solution that benefits everyone involved. Here’s why mediation between parents is the best choice for your children. 1. Less Stress for Everyone Divorce...

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Self Care During Divorce: How to Cope With Separation and Find Strength

Going through a separation or divorce can be one of the most challenging transitions in life. It’s not just the end of a relationship—it often comes with overwhelming emotions, financial uncertainty, and questions about parenting or the future. Feelings...

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“Gray” Divorce: Separation or Divorce in Older Couples

The American Dream! You’ve married, raised a family, bought a house, put the kids through college. A few years later your children have grown, moved out, started careers and families of their own. Now the “empty nest” feeling of...

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Parenting After Divorce: Approaches, Challenges, and Supporting Children

When parents go through a separation or divorce, one of the biggest challenges is learning how to manage parenting after divorce. Different parenting styles, emotional stress, and lifestyle changes can create tension—not just between parents, but also for children...

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NY Spousal Support Guidelines

In an attempt to obtain more uniformity in Judge’s awards regarding the amount of spousal support (also called “Maintenance”) and the length of time spousal support will be paid, New York State passed a new law in January 2016. The...

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Do we have to be “amicable” to mediate our divorce?

Many couples contemplating divorce are under the false impression that they must get along and be “amicable” to mediate their divorce or separation. This is a common misconception. The truth is that the vast majority of mediation clients will,...

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