Alternative to Divorce Litigation Mediation is a cost-effective and time-saving alternative to divorce litigation. If you are going through a divorce, this is an avenue you should consider. It’s a way to bypass the expensive and uncertain outcome of a trial and encourages amicability and cooperation. Through mediation, the parties have more control over their…
Changing Guardianship in New York State Sometimes, unforeseen circumstances leave us with tough choices, especially when it comes to family. If you and your spouse or ex-spouse believe that it is in your child’s best interests to legally change guardians, we support your decision. Our Saratoga divorce attorneys are here to help you and your…
Family Law Issues with Ex-Spouse Even after a divorce is finalized, family law issues with an ex-spouse may still persist. If you are experiencing something like this, our experienced Albany family law attorneys are here to help. Contact our office today and we will make sure your legal matters are resolved in a peaceful, favorable…
Visitation Rights in New York Our experienced Saratoga County divorce lawyers are dedicated to defending your visitation rights in New York and protecting parent-child relationships. At the law offices of Jean M. Mahserjian, Esq., P.C., we don’t just look at divorce proceedings as a way to dissolve marriages; they are also a way to preserve…
Dividing Retirement Assets When couples divorce, dividing retirement assets can be split proportionally without tax liability under ERISA, the federal statute that regulates retirement benefits. Whether your retirement plan is a defined contribution or a defined benefit plan, you will need a qualified domestic relations order (QDRO) signed by a judge and accepted by the…
