Are Divorce Records Public in New York?
Issues about confidentiality often arise during and after a divorce proceeding. A common issue is whether divorce records are public in New York state. The answer is typically no,…
Lawyers at IEP Meetings: Understand Your Rights
The educational support and services your child with a disability receives are determined through their Individualized Education Program (IEP). An integral part of this process is…
Digital Domestic Violence in New York State: From Text Messages to Tracking Apps
In the digital age, domestic abuse does not always involve physical harm. Increasingly, abusive partners use various forms of technology, such as smartphones, AirTags, and Ring…
Surprise Heirs and Estate Planning in New York State
The rising popularity of at-home DNA testing kits is bringing consequences to an area its many users might not have anticipated: estate planning. Online services such as 23andMe…
How the Role of an Attorney Is Important for a Child in Divorce, Custody Disputes
When families go through divorce or custody disputes, children often find themselves caught in the middle of the issues. In New York State, the legal system recognizes that minors…
How Mobile Sports Wagering Can Negatively Impact Family Relationships
Since the legalization of mobile sports wagering in New York State in 2022, New York has collected billions in taxes from mobile betting. While New York has allowed legal gambling…
What is ‘Gray Divorce’ and How Can It Affect Assets and Retirement Planning?
More couples in their 50s, 60s, and beyond are choosing to end their long-term marriages, commonly referred to as “gray divorce.” Statistics about gray divorce, according to…
A Holiday Guide to Staying Safe with an Order of Protection
The holiday season is often a time of joy, family and celebration. However, for many families there may be increased emotional strain, financial pressure, and disrupted routines…
Co-Parenting Tips for a Joyful Holiday Season
The holidays should be a time of significant joy, yet absent careful planning, they can quickly become stressful for everyone involved when co-parenting is part of the equation.…
Special Education Due-Process Complaints in New York: A Guide for Parents
When discussions between a parent and a school district fail to resolve disagreements about a student’s right to a free appropriate public education (FAPE), the next step may be…