Steps in the Divorce Trial Process Is your divorce going to trial? Read this article by Jean Mahserjian, one of our Saratoga divorce attorneys to learn about the steps in the divorce trial process. When we consider the option of a trial, as opposed to settlement, we always emphasize to our clients that the trial date or dates…
Paternity Rights in NYS Are you or a loved one going through the divorce process and have questions about paternity rights in NYS? Watch this video and call our office today. In order to establish Paternity rights in NYS, the parents have to sing an acknowledgment of paternity, or an order of affiliation If there…
How should I present proof that I have my child more than ‘primary custodian’? Question: What type of evidence does a judge/court case prefer when ‘proving’ time spent with the child? Text messages, phone calls, video (ring camera), photos of child on phone (time stamped)? What is the best way to present evidence to prove…
4 QDRO Questions Are you going through the divorce process and have questions about qualified domestic relations orders? Check out these 4 QDRO questions and call our Saratoga office today. Am I Entitled to My Spouse’s Social Security Benefits? You are entitled to social security benefits if you were married for 10 years or more.…
Life Insurance After Divorce Are you wondering if your former spouse needs to maintain their life insurance after divorce? Contact our divorce attorneys today. This is an issue that is raised in cases where there is going to be a stream of payments for equitable distribution, spousal maintenance, and child support It is quite common for…
3 Commonly Asked Divorce Questions Are you going through the divorce process? Check out these 3 commonly asked divorce questions, then contact our office today to get the help you need. 1. How Should I Prepare for Divorce in NYS? How you prepare for Divorce in New York State depends upon the type of Divorce…
Child Custody Witnesses in Saratoga Learn About Choosing Your Child Custody Witnesses Choosing your child custody witnesses in Saratoga can be a difficult decision. Watch this video by one of our family law lawyers for tips on how to choose. Download Our Free Divorce Guide If your custody case is going to trial, your attorney…
Memorandum of Understanding Do you know what an MOU (memorandum of understanding) is? Check out this video, then call our Saratoga Divorce Lawyer today. This is the document that your mediator prepares an agreement at the conclusion of the mediation It is a notice of all of the issues that you addressed and agreed upon in mediation…
Travelling Child Custody Questions Check out this article to learn about more about travelling child custody questions. Then, contact Jean Mahserjian for a legal consultation. What if my ex won’t give me permission to take my children on a trip? Clients will call and ask what to do if their ex won’t give them permission…
Child Support Payment Length in NYS Are you going through the divorce process and need help with understanding child support payment length. Contact our experienced Saratoga attorneys today. Child Support runs until the age of 21, unless a child emancipates themselves sooner Ways that a child can emancipate themselves includes leaving a parent’s home, obtaining their…
3 Child Support Tips If you have questions about child support and child custody, check out these 3 child support tips and contact our office today. Child Support if You Become Full Custody Holder As an Albany Child Custody Attorney I am often asked about stopping child support if you become the full custody holder.…
Divorce Mediation A common question our firm receives is “What is divorce mediation”. Watch this video by our experienced Saratoga divorce lawyer Jean Mahserjian to learn about the mediation process. Download Our Free Divorce Guide Divorce mediation is a process whereby our clients negotiate their own agreement with a mediator, and usually with the help…