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Should I Be Worried If My Divorce Lawyer Gets Along with My Spouse’s Lawyer?
When you’re in the middle of a divorce, the last thing you may want to see is your lawyer being friendly with your spouse’s lawyer. Your attorney is supposed to fight for you,...
Do I Have Rights to My Spouse’s Past Financial Records in Divorce?
If you’re considering divorce and worried that you don’t know much about your spouse’s finances, New York law offers protection. Spouses have the right to access financial...
Who Pays the Taxes on Spousal Support in New York State?
Many people assume New York and IRS tax rules are identical when it comes to taxing spousal support payments. Before the Tax Cuts & Jobs Act of 2017 (“TCJA”) was enacted,...
Can You Keep Your Income While Your Divorce is Pending?
Marriage is an economic partnership under the law. When you are married, both you and your spouse have a one-hundred percent right to each other’s income. You also have a duty...
Do You Have a Right to Your Spouse’s Income If It Is Kept in a Separate Account?
It’s common today for couples to have separate financial accounts. This may be done for convenience, financial independence or other reasons. Most people think that by...
When Does a Prenuptial Agreement End?
If you’re getting married and considering a prenuptial agreement, it’s important to understand when a prenup is triggered and when it ends. A prenuptial agreement is a valuable...