Defending Visitation Rights Divorce proceedings are not only instituted to dissolve marriages; they are designed to preserve healthy family relationships so children of divorce are not unduly burdened. While there are always instances where children need to be shielded from an abusive parent, most often it is in the best interest of the child for…
New York Prenuptial Agreements Negotiating a prenuptial agreement may not be the most romantic activity an engaged couple shares in, but for individuals with significant assets, it is a realistic and necessary precaution. You carry insurance for all the valuable assets you hold: auto, home, health and life. A prenuptial arrangement is nothing more than…
Difficulties of Divorce If you are facing difficulties of divorce, you may be feeling very overwhelmed. Sometimes divorce can be a true shock, a rug-pull, that catches you without any time to prepare. But even if you’re the one filing for divorce, if you’ve been thinking about this choice for months and years, you can…
Legal Separation vs. Divorce 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…
Misconceptions About Divorce If you are going through a divorce, you may be feeling worried. Most of our worries are because we aren’t informed about something. Here are some misconceptions about divorce that might help you relax a little. Misconceptions About Divorce | Cannot Get Divorced If Not Married in NYS You may obtain a…
Questions About Child Custody Divorce is often a stressful and overwhelming process, and the issue becomes even more complex when children are involved. Our experienced Saratoga child support lawyers can ease your burden and help you negotiate a peaceful settlement. Here are some of the most commonly asked questions about child custody. Questions About Child…
Grounds for Divorce in New York State If you are seeking to obtain a divorce, there are plenty of legalities that you should be aware of. Our experienced divorce lawyer explains important things you should know about the process, including grounds for divorce in New York State. Grounds for Divorce in New York State |…
Getting a No-Fault Divorce If you are seeking divorce in New York State, you may be interested in getting a no-fault divorce. Divorces in general can be a very stressful and overwhelming process, and you will need the help of an experienced divorce attorney. Here is some important information about getting a no-fault divorce. Getting…
You Should Consider Mediation You should consider mediation as forward-looking and solution-setting, and litigation as backwards-looking and blame-laying. Mediation may be a cost-effective and time-saving alternative to litigation. It’s a way to bypass the formality, expense, and uncertain outcome of a trial, and can encourage amicability and cooperation – the parties have more control over their outcome,…
Logistics of Divorce Are you trying to figure out the logistics of divorce? There are certain things that you surely are wondering about. Our attorney can help you with any questions you may have. Here are a few things you should know. Logistics of Divorce | How Long Will It Take to Get Divorced? The…
Getting Your Spouse to Move Out How can I get my husband to leave my house when he refuses Are you trying to move on with your life but your having trouble getting your spouse to move out? Read this blog and then call our attorneys for strong guidance. Question: I owned my mobile home…
Different Avenues of Divorce As far as the legal result for you, the divorcé(e), there are different avenues of divorce: but one divorce will always have the same legal effect as any other. We do typically classify divorces as either contested and uncontested, and while they bear the same legal result, the former will be much longer and more expensive.…