MATRIMONIAL LAW
In a recent release of Census Bureau statistics, an estimated 2.5 million people are divorced each year in the U.S. In legal terms, divorce is the legal dissolution of a marriage and its associated distribution of marital wealth, any spousal support, and to set child custody and visitation schedules. If you are filing for divorce, it is important to work with a firm who can help you protect yourself and your children by developing legal strategies to maintain finances, insurance, marital assets and family safety (if appropriate) while the divorce is pending.
In order to successfully practice Family Law, attorneys must utilize an appropriate balance of aggressiveness in fighting for a client's rights and compassion in working with the client during this stressful time. Family Law is about the relationships between people connected by blood, marriage or adoption and is an extremely sensitive and personal area that includes:
- Divorce
- Alimony/Spousal support
- Child support
- Child custody
- Equitable Distribution
- Paternity
- Name changes
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Matrimonial practice requires far more than the drafting of legal documents or negotiating settlements. It entails uncovering hidden assets and appraising the “real” value of a business, profession or other valuable marital asset. Obtaining successful results for clients require thorough investigations of their and their spouses’ complex finances, which may include stock options, deferred compensation plans, real estate, brokerage accounts, foreign accounts, offshore trusts and deferred tax planning devices that are very difficult to unravel and value.
When a matter cannot be amicably resolved, litigation becomes a necessary component of divorce. Experienced lawyers are necessary to successfully navigate through the pitfalls of marital litigation and to effectively present a case in the courtroom.
Family law also includes child custody and guardianship matters, referring to the legal and practical relationship between a child and his/her parent(s). Child custody arrangements determine: which parent a child will live with, the amount of time the child will spend with each parent, which parent will make decisions pertaining to the child’s well-being, and the visitation rights of each parent. In the State of New York, there are several different types of child custody arrangements that may be ordered by the Court.
If you plan to seek custody of your child/children, you should consult with a trustworthy family law attorney. A family law attorney can evaluate your situation and provide valuable legal insight. Most importantly, a lawyer can guide you throughout the child custody process and make sure that your rights and your children remain protected.
Regardless of the family law issue you find yourself faced with, Grant & Longworth has lawyers accomplished and experienced enough to guide you through any difficult family matter.
If you are injured, call Grant & Longworth LLP at (914) 400-3700
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