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There are two requirements that must be met before you can file for a divorce in New York State. 1.) You must satisfy the residency requirements as set forth in Domestic Relations Law Section 230. The Domestic Relations Law is the law that governs divorces in New York State. 2.) You must satisfy one of the grounds for divorce set forth in Domestic Relations Law Section 170.
The following are common questions and answers concerning divorce and separation in New York State. Divorce matters are complex and the advice of an attorney is always recommended.
An order of protection is a court order that is designed to stop violent and/or harassing behavior and to protect you and your children from an abuser. An order of protection can also force an abuser to stay away from you and your children and to have no communication with you. In NY, you can get an order in family court, criminal court, or supreme court.
The New York State Unified Court System strongly suggests that you give serious thought to using a lawyer for your divorce. A lawyer can help you think through important issues and take the legal steps to get you what you want.
If you’ve recently been through a divorce – or are contemplating one – you may want to look closely at issues involving credit. Understanding the different kinds of credit accounts opened during a marriage may help illuminate the potential benefits – and pitfalls – of each.
Collaborative Family Law is a problem-solving process that gives divorcing parties and their lawyers a way to end a marriage and restructure families without the stress, delay, and expense of litigation.
Abandonment: A reason for divorce. Abandonment occurs when one party has left the other for a continuous period of one year or more, without the party’s consent, and without justification (good cause).
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