NYC Contested Divorce Lawyers
Helping Clients Get Results When it Matters Most
Going through a divorce can be stressful and even traumatic. If your marriage is ending, you may experience a wide range of emotions from grief to anger to relief. These emotions make it difficult to think clearly or pursue your best interests in the divorce order. To make matters worse, divorce litigation can drain your energy and your financial resources.
You can take steps to protect yourself and ensure your rights are protected, no matter what problems arise during your divorce. Even if you hope for an uncontested divorce, you should still consult an attorney to understand your rights.
At Cohen Forman Barone, PC, we have your best interests at heart. We promise to devote our experience, knowledge, and compassion to your case as we seek a favorable solution to your divorce proceedings. Contact us today to schedule your free consultation.
What Is a Contested Divorce?
Unlike an uncontested divorce, a contested divorce involves conflict between the divorcing couple. With the many issues that arise in a NYC divorce, it is no surprise that most divorces have some degree of contention. When spouses can’t agree on child custody, spousal support, or how to divide the marital assets, the divorce is considered contested.
Many people think that having a prenup will prevent their divorce from becoming contested. However, this is not always the case. Some couples continue to dispute the meanings and interpretations of certain aspects of the prenup. In other cases, the prenup’s validity is questioned. You can protect your assets and future by contacting the divorce attorneys at our law firm today.
What Issues Most Often Result in Disputes During a NYC Divorce?
Some of the most common issues divorcing spouses experience in New York City include:
- Child custody – Decisions regarding childcare, legal custody, visitation rights, and parental rights can be highly emotional and stressful
- Child support – A higher-earning parent is often ordered to pay child support to the recipient parent. While a judge will make this decision, each party should accurately and honestly demonstrate their ability to pay or need for payment
- Spousal maintenance – Also known as alimony, spousal support is another contested item
- Equitable Division of the marital estate – Dividing the marital estate is among the most hotly contested items in many New York divorces. The assets will need to be categorized as either separate or marital property, which often comes under dispute. Valuation of complex issues like family businesses or a partnership is also common.
How Can Your Divorce Attorneys Help Me?
Hiring a divorce attorney is one of the best steps to take during your contested divorce. Your attorney can ensure the divorce papers are filed correctly, help inventory the marital estate, represent you in family court, and advise you throughout the legal process. With a knowledgeable attorney, you can rest assured that your rights are protected.
Our divorce lawyers are highly skilled in many family law cases, including domestic violence, contested divorce, high net worth divorces, postnuptial agreements, prenups, and other matters of litigation. Let us help you achieve the divorce settlement you deserve. Call our legal team now.
Should You Hire Our NYC Contested Divorce Lawyers?
Your choice of attorney can impact nearly every aspect of your life, from your relationship with your children to your financial security. With our law firm by your side, you can let us handle the legal nuances of the divorce process so you can move forward with your life.
We have vast experience helping clients with a wide range of legal issues and are ready to aggressively represent you, no matter what obstacles you’re facing.
If you and your spouse are experiencing irreconcilable differences or if you have grounds for a fault-based divorce, let us help. We will fight for you both in and out of the courtroom until we reach a favorable agreement on your behalf.
Our law firm serves Midtown Manhattan and many other areas of New York City, Westchester, Long Island, and Connecticut. Contact us immediately to schedule your free consultation.