There are two requirements to get a divorce in New York before the proceedings can begin. First, the couple must meet the residency requirement. In order to get a divorce in New York, the couple must have lived in the state for at least one year without interruption. If only one spouse lives in New […]
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Beginning the divorce process is tough. However, our Buffalo attorneys are ready to guide you through this difficult time every step of the way. Our goal is clear: to do what is right by your family. For more information, contact Cole, Sorrentino, Hurley, Hewner & Gambino P.C. today to schedule a free consultation with our […]
Are you having trouble calculating child support in New York State? New York has a specific law called the Child Support Standards Act that calculates the basic amount of child support you may owe (or receive). The formula will calculate the noncustodial parent’s child support payment by adding up the incomes of both parents, multiplying […]
Dividing Benefits After a Divorce Dividing benefits after a divorce is a common concern, especially when it comes to dividing retirement benefits, military benefits, and other types of pensions. If you have any questions, please contact our dedicated New York divorce lawyers today. Let our experience work for you. Dividing Benefits After a Divorce | […]
Calculating Child Support When a couple gets divorced with children, one of the parents is ordered by the courts to pay child support. There are a variety of different factors the courts will look at when calculating child support payments. An experienced Buffalo child support lawyer will be able to negotiate a fair deal that […]
Getting Started with Divorce If you are getting started with divorce, you might be wondering what to do. You might consider calling one of our highly experienced attorneys. Here is what you need to know. Getting Started with Divorce | Where to Get a Divorce A large number of divorces occur in court. The New […]
How to Get a Divorce Are you wondering how to get a divorce? A divorce is the legal process by which a couple ends their marriage. Because of the legal status marriage enjoys, only a court order can end it. Generally speaking, the spouse who starts the divorce is the plaintiff, while the other spouse is […]
Going to Court for Divorce Are you worried about going to court for divorce? Luckily, many divorces settle outside of court, and starting a divorce does not mean you will have to go to court. Most lawyers, including myself, try to keep cases out of court if possible by attempting to negotiate an agreement and […]
If you are going through a divorce, you may be worried about dividing retirement plans between you and your spouse and if it considered equitable distribution. Here is what you need to know. Dividing Retirement Plans | What Am I Entitled To? Retirement plans are among the most difficult areas for my clients to wrap […]
Amicable Divorces Have you and your partner decided you are going to have an amicable divorce? If so, you may have already figured out all the arrangements of the divorce. You may be wondering what happens legally now if you have situated things with your spouse. Here is what you should know about amicable divorces. […]
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