New York Mediation Attorneys
Frequently Asked Questions
How can mediation help me?
Anyone who is faced with family law issues, especially ones that involve divorce or child custody should consider mediation. It is an excellent way to come to a mutual agreement and understanding while avoiding the difficulties that unresolved issues may bring. Mediation can also be highly effective in lessening the amount of money that one may pay if several court appearances must be made. Mediation can also greatly decrease the amount of time spent in family law court. In order to find out if mediation may work for you, contact a New York mediation lawyer at our firm today.
Why should I hire a New York mediation lawyer?
Hiring a lawyer who has excellent mediation skills can be very beneficial to your family law case. Not only can it help to avoid the financial and emotional strain that a court case may bring, but it can also help to keep communication lines open between both parties. This can be a great asset as it can help to avoid future litigation.
What is equitable distribution?
The state of New York is an equitable distribution state. What this means is that the court will divide what is marital property from what is separate property, equitably. This allows for a fair resolution to who acquires what property and marital debt during a divorce. The court will equitably distribute the marital property based on several different factors, which may include: the income level of each spouse, age of each spouse, how child custody is awarded and value of all assets. It is important to note that “equitably” does not necessary mean “equally”.
My spouse and I argue constantly. We cannot agree on anything regarding our divorce. What should we do? When two people cannot come to a mutual agreement during a divorce it is considered a contested divorce. This type of divorce is often extremely difficult and can be emotionally upsetting for both parties involved, including any children. As knowledgeable New York mediation attorneys it is always our advice that anyone facing a contested divorce tries mediation first. Since a third party would be present, it can help to resolve any possible conflicts and possibly help a mutual agreement to be made by putting a couple in charge of their own divorce without a judge making the decisions for them.
New York Mediation Lawyers
The experienced New York mediation lawyers at the Law Offices of Brian D. Perskin dedicate themselves to clients in need of legal representation for family law issues in Manhattan, Bronx, Queens and Brooklyn, New York. We are strongly aware of the many complexities that can surround any family law case and we hope to help minimize this by providing outstanding legal skill through mediation. Whether you are facing a contested divorce, child custody dispute or any other family law issue, a New York mediation attorney at the Law Offices of Brian D. Perskin can review the facts of you case and answer any questions that you may have.
Please contact a New York mediation lawyer at our firm today to schedule a free consultation of your case. We help individuals who has questions about contested divorce, child custody, prenuptial agreements, separation agreements, marital property, business division and high net worth cases in New York.
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