Two Frequently Asked Questions About Divorce At Jean M. Mahserjian, Esq. PC, we highly recommend that all clients considering divorce first schedule a consultation with an experienced attorney. This isn’t something that you can just jump right into. This is a process that can very much change your life — for the better if you…
Ex-Spouse Refuses to Pay College Expenses If your ex-spouse refuses to pay college expenses, our family law attorneys can help. Watch this video about enforcing child support to learn more. Question: What if my ex-spouse refuses to pay college expenses for our child? Answer: If you and your ex-spouse have a dispute as to how…
Am I Obligated to Pay for My Child’s College Tuition? One of the most common questions that people will ask during a divorce is, “Am I obligated to pay for my child’s college tuition?” Child support is one of the most complex aspects of the divorce process, both legally and emotionally. The best thing to…
Requesting a New Judge Do you believe you were the victim of unfair bias? Watch this video about requesting a new judge for your family court proceeding. Question: Can I request a new judge? Answer: Once you participate in a family court proceeding, your initial judge will remain your judge so long as they are…
Child Custody Terms to Know Divorce can be stressful time, especially if there are children involved. During this process, you will always want to look at the best interests of your children to make sure they are able to cope with such a drastic change. In New York State, the courts do the same when…
Changing a Divorce Agreement Are you interested in changing a divorce agreement? Contact our experienced Saratoga divorce attorneys today to get the help you deserve. Question: Can I change the terms of a divorce agreement after it has been finalized? Answer: It is not uncommon for parties to seek to change the terms of a…
Questions About Handling Money During a Divorce Do you have questions about handling money during a divorce? If you are going through a contested divorce, you will want to make sure that your assets are protected. Contact our Saratoga County attorneys today for expert legal advice. Questions About Handling Money During a Divorce | Should…
Changing Guardianship In this video, our experienced attorney discusses changing guardianship of your child and what needs to be done to complete this process. Question: How do I change guardianship of my child? Answer: If you and the other parent of your children have agreed that someone else will be taking guardianship of one of…
Reasons Why You Should Consider Mediation One of the top reasons why you should consider mediation instead of litigation for your divorce is because it is a cost-effective and time-saving alternative. It’s a way to bypass the formality, expense, and uncertain outcome of a trial, and can encourage amicability and cooperation – the parties have…
Child Doesn’t Want to Live with a Parent If a child doesn’t want to live with a parent after a divorce, the courts may take this into account when deciding a custody arrangement. Question: Will the courts take a child’s preference into account? Answer: We’ve had a number of cases where a teenage child has…
Can I Modify Child Custody Out of Court? Issues of child custody are often contested and disputed in the courtroom. Obviously, no one wants to go to court, so if you are going through a divorce with children involved, you may want to know, “Can I modify child custody out of court?” If you have…
Ex-Spouse Monitoring Your Phone In the event of an ex-spouse monitoring your phone, you should contact law enforcement right away. Watch this video to learn more. Question: What should I do if I believe my ex-spouse is monitoring my phone? Answer: Electronic monitoring can be a form of stalking, and it’s illegal. If you…