Science predicts which marriages will end

Science predicts which marriages will end

Business Insider shares How to know if your marriage will end in divorce, according to science Factors include:  Getting married in your teens or after age 32, Having a husband who doesn’t work full-time, Not finishing high school, Showing contempt for your...
Prenuptial agreements can work for both partners

Prenuptial agreements can work for both partners

Long Island Business News shares  Berkowitz: Prenuptial agreements can work for both partners Berkowitz:  Having your partner request that you sign a prenuptial agreement before marriage can often be a nerve-wracking and confusing experience.  Some people are offended...
Legal Separation in New York State

Legal Separation in New York State

A Separation Agreement is not something the Court grants. There is no application form.  You cannot apply for one. However, you can obtain a judgment of separation and live separate and apart pursuant to the judgment. If you do not know where your spouse is, or if...
NYS Marriage Equality Act Frequently Asked Questions

NYS Marriage Equality Act Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Marriage Equality Act? On June 24, 2011, Governor Andrew M. Cuomo signed into law the Marriage Equality Act. The Law amends New York’s Domestic Relations Law in the following ways: Applications for a marriage license shall be granted regardless of...

Domestic Violence Orders of Protection

Q. Can I get an order of protection against a person I’m not married to in Family Court? A. Yes.  You don’t need to be married to the person to get an order of protection against them in Family Court. Q. Who can I get an order of protection against in...