A divorce can be one of the most painful and expensive experiences of your life. Whether you use a lawyer or not, protect yourself by getting all the information you need about New York divorce law and your legal rights. File for Divorce in New York simplifies and explains everything you need to know to work with an attorney or handle your case on your own. Whether you are planning to file for divorce, hire an attorney to file for divorce for you or your spouse has already filed, this book will guide you through the divorce process in New York courts.
Providing accurate and objective information to help make the right decisions during a divorce in New York, this guide provides answers to 360 queries such as What is the mediation process in New York and is it required? How quickly can one get a divorce? Who decides who gets the cars, the pets, and the house? What actions might influence child custody? How are bills divided and paid during the divorce? How much will a divorce cost? and Will a spouse have to pay some or all attorney fees? Structured in a question-and-answer format, this divorce handbook provides clear and concise responses to help build confidence and give the peace of mind needed to meet the challenges of a divorce proceeding.
A great how-to book for people who want a fair divorce -- without all the hurt, animosity and misconceptions usually associated with divorce proceedings. Friendly Divorce Guidebook for New York will help you understand your options and emotions. This book will help you through the decision making process, the legal system, negotiations, separation, finances, paperwork, and dealing with issues such as children, homes and taxes. Inside, you will find: -- checklists -- things to gather and do -- examples -- ways to divide your property -- tax information -- how to save money -- sample wording -- to create your Separation Agreement -- sample New York Court Forms And Instructions plus a complete set of Blumberg forms to file with the court. All the things you need to plan a better future.
An invaluable tool for those who want to handle their own divorce, this guide is designed for those who want to gain a better understanding of New York separation and divorce proceedings. Easy-to-use tear-out forms with instructions are included.
-How does divorce work-emotionally, practically, legally? -How can you make it as painless as possible for you, your children, and even your spouse? -How can you avoid a trial-and why should you? -How do you select a lawyer or mediator? -When is litigation the only answer? -How do you divide your property-including intangibles? -What are your rights if you were never legally married? -How can you best protect the children-now and in the future? -How do you pick up the pieces and get on with your life? Whether you are contemplating divorce or have already begun the process, this book's step-by-step approach will go far in putting control of the divorce in your hands.
A divorce can be the most painful and expensive experience of your life. Whether you use a lawyer or not, protect yourself by getting all the information you need about divorce laws and your legal rights. Let File Your Own Divorce help you get control over this stressful time of your life. Book jacket.
"Elite New York City divorce attorney Jacqueline Newman is here to help, sharing her secrets from over two decades in the trenches. THE NEW RULES OF DIVORCE: 12 Secrets to Protecting Your Wealth, Health, and Happiness is the first definitive guide for navigating modern divorce, full of advice to help readers: decide whether they are actually ready to get a divorce protect and secure their finances post-breakup find the right lawyer (or mediator) for their situation win the child custody schedule they want heal and stay sane through a disorienting time"--
Whether you are planning on filing for divorce, have been served with divorce papers, or simply contemplating the potential consequences of a future divorce, this book provides everything you need to know, in easy-to-understand language. Unlike most other books on divorce, which are filled with vague answers like "it depends," the author gives honest real-world answers to tough questions like: - What's the secret to getting a really fast divorce? - How much is my divorce realistically going to cost? - What should I do if I am served with divorce papers? - How can I get a lawyer if my spouse has all the money? - Can I legally punish my spouse for cheating on me? - How much support will I have to pay if I file for divorce? - I don't trust my spouse to be alone with our child. What can I do? - My spouse hides his income, so how can I get the support I am entitled to? - Can my spouse have divorced me without my knowledge? - Should I allow my real estate (or injury or traffic ticket) lawyer to handle my divorce case? - Can I serve my spouse with divorce papers by certified mail? You can spend an hour with a divorce lawyer for $300, or you can read this book for a fraction of the cost and learn almost everything you need to know.
Divorce in the United States is becoming more prevalent than ever. More than 2.3 million Americans divorce each year, and halt of all marriages and 60% of all remarriages end in divorce. And the costs of ending a marriage--(both financial and emotional--(are staggering; the most conservative estimated cost of divorce is $15,000 and average legal fees range from $20,000 to $30,000. And with most lawyers fees reaching $300 or more an hour, there is a widespread need for accessible, inexpensive, and trustworthy information on all aspects of divorce. "The Complete Guide to Divorce Law provides readers who have no legal background with a detailed explanation of divorce law in each of the 50 states, which will help to minimize these legal fees and some of the emotional trauma that accompanies a divorce. For a fraction of the cost of an hour with their divorce lawyer, legal expert Nikara Choudri provides an easy to understand explanation of legal rules governing alimony, child support, child custody, and visitation. Now everyone going through a divorce will learn the requirements for filing for divorce, how divorce courts divide property, the qualifications for alimony, and how much child support will be required in a specific case. From the basic subjects, like determining the grounds for divorce, to complex topics like pensions, stock options, and professional licenses and degrees, Choudri offers sound, step-by-step advice that will help those contemplating the dissolution of a marriage to negotiate a settlement directly with a spouse as well as helping them to determine whether they can reach an out of-court settlement. With chapters on such topics ranging from transmutation to drafting anout-of-court agreement, this is an invaluable guide that will help everyone make informed rational decisions while coping with the difficult issues that can arise in a heated divorce.
