Divorce in New York : the legal process, your rights, and what to expect / Michael D. Stutman, Esq., partner and head of Family Law Group, Mishcon de Reya New York LLP.
"Providing accurate and objective information to help make the right decisions during a divorce in New York, this guide provides answers to 360 queries such as What is the mediation process in New York and is it required? How quickly can one get a divorce? Who decides who gets the cars, the pets, and the house? What actions might influence child custody? How are bills divided and paid during the divorce? How much will a divorce cost? and Will a spouse have to pay some or all attorney fees? Structured in a question-and-answer format, this divorce handbook provides clear and concise responses to help build confidence and give the peace of mind needed to meet the challenges of a divorce proceeding"-- Provided by publisher.
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Contents
Front Cover; Title Page; Copyright; Dedication; Contents; Acknowledgments; Introduction; 1: Understanding the Divorce Process; 2: Coping with Stress during the Divorce Process; 3: Working with an Attorney; 4: Attorney Fees and Costs; 5: The Discovery Process; 6: Mediation and Negotiation; 7: Emergency: When You Fear Your Spouse; 8: Child Custody; 9: Child Support; 10: Maintenance and Spousal Support; 11: Equitable Distribution of Property; 12: Benefits: Insurance, Retirement, and Pensions; 13: Division of Debts; 14: Taxes; 15: Going to Court; 16: The Appeals Process; In Closing; Glossary.