Breaking an Impasse
Bob* and Mary* were about halfway through their first mediation session when Bob announced that [...]
6 Factors to Consider When Considering a Divorce
As I have said before, I believe that couples who are seeking a legal separation [...]
Judicial “Approval” of Divorce, Part II
Many divorce lawyers, as well as divorce mediators, did not agree with my suggestion in [...]
Why Should a Judge “Approve” a Divorce?
Hal and Sheree had been dating for several years when they decided to get married. [...]
Still Living with Your Soon-to-Be Ex? A “Dating Agreement” Might Help
Many of my clients have been “separated” from their spouse for quite some time, even [...]
Preliminary Private Planning Sessions – Do They Work?
I just attended the Annual Conference of the New York State Council on Divorce Mediation [...]
Legal Advice vs. Legal Information
Are two attorneys better than one? This is the story of two couples who each [...]
No Pension? Why an Annuity Might Be Right for You
In my last post, I discussed the concern I have for someone who trades his [...]
Attention New York Homeowners
Since many of my clients have taken advantage of the STAR exemption (School Tax Relief [...]