About Divorce in Long Island
Long Island Divorce Lawyer
A couple that no longer is able to make their marriage work may decide to end it with a divorce. It can be an emotionally and financially draining experience for both spouses whether the divorce is contested or uncontested. In the State of New York, the state Supreme Court not Family Court grants divorce. Family Court manages the affairs of family relationships. The Supreme Court specifies child support, divides property and fully resolves all divorce issues, and lastly grants divorce. New York has specific requirements for divorce that may be different from other states.
A divorcing individual must protect their rights while resolving issues such as equitable distribution, alimony, child support, and child custody. If you are considering a divorce, an immediate step to resolving your situation is to contact a Long Island family law attorney who can help guide you through the legal process to the final dissolution of your marriage. At the Law Offices of Scupp & Berman, LLP, we have successfully represented hundreds of clients through the divorce procedure. We can assist clients in any of the following family law matters:
Divorce Attorney serving Suffolk and Nassau Counties
The first step in a divorce proceeding is the service of a summons. Next is the filing of a complaint, followed by a counterclaim action and, if necessary, a financial disclosure to see financial records of the opposing party. It is important in a marriage that financial issues be resolved. New York divorce court "equitably" divides all marital property, which is property accumulated from the date of marriage until the date of commencement of divorce proceedings. Non- marital property includes all property accumulated prior to the marriage. Calculating the division can become quite complex if it involves pensions, retirement funds, inheritances and debts.
The decisions made that involve child support and child custody affect all family members well after a finalized divorce. Emphasis placed on the best interests of the children while working out the divorce issues is of utmost importance. Our lawyers and staff understand that divorce can be a very emotional time for the parties while they dissolve their marriage. The skilled and qualified family law attorneys at the Law Offices of Scupp & Berman, LLP can help you through the divorce proceedings.
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