Divorce

How Is a Repayment Plan Created in a Chapter 13 Bankruptcy?

Bankruptcy is a powerful tool to help individuals and families who are struggling with overwhelming debt. There are multiple types of bankruptcy available, although Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 are the most common forms of debt relief used by consumers. [...]

April 6, 2023|Bankruptcy|

When Is Legal Separation a Good Option for Married Couples?

Legal separation may be an option when a married couple is considering changing their relationship, but the spouses are not yet ready to commit to a divorce. Legal separation offers many of the same protections as divorce—including legally binding decisions about [...]

March 24, 2023|Divorce|

Common Types of Child Custody Arrangements in New York Divorce Cases

For divorcing parents, child custody is often one of the most difficult and emotional issues to navigate during the process of ending their marriage. Courts in New York always put the best interests of the child first when making decisions [...]

March 14, 2023|Child Custody|

Do I Have to Share My Retirement Savings or Pension With My Ex-Spouse?

The process of divorce can be long and difficult, and there are numerous concerns that must be addressed before the legal dissolution of a marriage can be finalized. Issues that affect your family's finances are often among the most complex [...]

February 20, 2023|Divorce|

Read Our Top 10 Family Law and Bankruptcy Blogs for 2022

Here at Law Offices of Robert S. Lewis, P.C., we represent clients in multiple types of cases involving divorce, child custody, child support, bankruptcy, and more. In addition to providing legal help to people in these situations, we also work [...]

January 25, 2023|Bankruptcy|

How Should Real Estate Property Be Divided in a New York Divorce?

When it comes to the division of assets in a divorce, real estate can be one of the most complicated types of property to address. It is important for divorcing couples to understand their rights and responsibilities when it comes [...]

January 10, 2023|Divorce|

Is it Time for Me to Seek Guardianship of My Elderly Parent?

As parents age, their children often take on a bigger and bigger role in their lives. Many adult children help their elderly parents with household chores, yard work, and getting to and from medical appointments. However, some elderly parents need [...]

December 21, 2022|Estate Planning|

What Benefits Can a Postnuptial Agreement Provide for Married Couples?

While most married couples do not want to think about the possibility of divorce, it can be a good idea to consider what could potentially happen if a marriage should end in the future. Making decisions about divorce-related matters ahead [...]

November 18, 2022|Family Law|
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