Question: While trying to get my husband counseling for his depression, I am trying to educate myself on divorce proceedings if it comes to that. I make $25k more than my husband. Would I have to pay child support or alimony to him in the event we divorce? (Based on us having joint legal custody […]
Yearly Archives: 2019
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Question: I pay child support and my daughter doesn’t even live at home! She doesn’t even receive any of the money. Do I have to keep paying? Download Our FREE Divorce Guide Answer: If your daughter is not living with her mother and not living away while attending school, you should be able to terminate […]
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Question: 14 months ago my ex filed for modification of parenting plan. He says I moved without sending a certified of move/address. I let him know my address through text and I sent him one but it wasn’t 60 days prior as that wasn’t feasible to my situation as I couldn’t afford rent in two […]
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Couples who find it impossible to live in the same household but have an interest in maintaining their married status can file for legal separation. The dedicated legal separation lawyers at Jean M. Mahserjian, Esq., P.C., draft legal separation agreements that protect our clients’ interests during the period of separation and work as a blueprint […]
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Do you need more information on uncontested divorce agreements? This process can be very stressful without the experience and guidance of a Saratoga divorce attorney. Here is what you need to know. Uncontested Divorce Agreements | Needing an Agreement Without Marital Assets Clients often ask me as a dedicated New York Divorce Lawyer, if they […]
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If you are going through a tumultuous divorce, you may be asking yourself, “How can a mediator help?” Divorce mediation is an alternative to litigation that can be less expensive and contentious. New York divorce mediation is a process whereby the parties work with a mediator or mediators who help them reach an agreement. A […]
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Are you thinking about moving to another state? If you are divorced and have kids, you may be wondering what New York State law has to say about child custody and relocation. Here is what you should be aware of. Child Custody and Relocation | Case Example Last week, I received a call from a […]
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Question: I have sole physical and legal custody of my children. The only other thing stated in my final order was that the biological father has the right to re-apply. He has had no contact for 3 years. He found out I was moving and re-filed. But I had already signed my lease in another […]
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If you are having trouble enforcing visitation rights in New York, please contact the experienced Saratoga County family law attorneys at Jean M. Mahserjian, Esq., PC, today to make sure the terms of your child custody and divorce agreement are met. Call our office today to get the help your family deserves. Enforcing Visitation Rights […]
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New York Divorce Mediation is an alternative to litigation that can be less contentious and expensive. New York does not require that spouses mediate or arbitrate their divorce or separation issues but does allow the mediation process to supplement or bypass the litigation system. Contact our experienced New York divorce attorneys if you are in […]
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Are you afraid that you will have to pay college expenses after 21 for your child? In this video, Jean Mahserjian explains how this can and can’t happen. Question: Can you be forced to pay child support after 21? Answer: In New York State, a judge cannot order the payment of child support past the […]
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Do you have any financial questions during divorce? Our experienced Saratoga divorce lawyers would be happy to answer any questions you might have, including issues relating to filing taxes and changing bank accounts. Contact our office today. Financial Questions During Divorce | Can I Open My Own Bank Account? It will be a good idea […]