Question: There was a misunderstanding between me, my partner, and my son. Someone else called the cops, and now there’s an order of protection. We are trying to go to counseling but this order is preventing us from moving forward as a family. Answer: While the individuals may agree to lift the order of protection […]
Category Archives: Jean Mahserjian Blog
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Apr
Apr
Nurses, doctors, hospital workers, and other essential employees are on the front lines in the battle against coronavirus. However, this means that they are also at higher risk of exposure. There is a growing number of ex-spouses and parents across the country who are withholding child custody or seeking full custody during COVID-19 due to […]
06
Apr
Apr
Question: I am currently paying child support for my 2 children. My oldest will turn 18 years old in September. Can I file a motion to reduce my child support payment when she turns 18 years old? Answer: Unless otherwise agreed, child support ends at 21. Your child turning 18 does not in and of […]
30
Mar
Mar
Question: I am pregnant and in a domestic violence situation. The child’s father put me in the hospital last week and has continued both verbal and physical threats of violence and homicide. I’m trying to understand what steps I can take moving forward to ensure safety both physically and on a legal ground regarding custody. […]
Question: I am going through a divorce in the state of NY. I am seeking 50/50 of all marital property, joint legal and physical custody of 2 minor children. There are 4 main real estate properties which were acquired during the marriage, one is main residence and the other 3 are rental properties. Spouse claims […]
16
Mar
Mar
Question: We were married on 5/30/2010. We split in October 2010, she left N.Y. and i have no idea where she is. I would like to remarry later this year so i need a divorce soon. Answer: If you cannot find her by any means, you will need to commence an action for divorce and […]
09
Mar
Mar
Picking a legal guardian for your child after a divorce can be a difficult task. It can cause a lot of stress if the choice you made is not working out well. If you are interested in requesting a new legal guardian for your child, here is what you will need to know. Requesting a […]
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Feb
Feb
Trusts are important legal instruments that hold and control assets, managing and distributing them for specific purposes. They provide tax relief, preserving the wealth you will want to access later or pass on to your heirs. But the dedicated Saratoga wills and trusts lawyers at Jean M. Mahserjian, Esq., P.C. understand that trusts are more. […]
10
Feb
Feb
Question: I am in New York State. Last year I was awarded final say for all medical and health related issues for my two children. I recently went to two orthodontist consultations and my ex husband attended both. I picked one to visit and he picked the other. One orthodontist want to extract two of […]
03
Feb
Feb
After a child custody arrangement is settled, it is not uncommon for one parent to move out of state. This is often done out of necessity. However, relocating makes it much more difficult for the non-custodial parent to see their children. If you are having trouble coming up with an out of state visitation schedule, […]
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Jan
Jan
As Saratoga divorce attorneys with over 20 years of experience, we know how to handle a wide variety of cases. A question that occasionally comes up is, “What happens if I want a divorce but can’t locate my spouse?” The State of New York requires that a spouse be personally served in an action for […]
20
Jan
Jan
The division of assets is often the most complex and contentious aspect of the divorce process. Oftentimes it is challenging, stressful, and overwhelming. Trying to come to a mutual agreement between yourselves is certainly possible, if not encouraged, but hiring an experienced lawyer to help with the various legal issues is recommended. This is especially […]