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On Behalf of The Law Offices of Joseph H. Nivin, P.C. Olliette Murry-Drobot was subjected to domestic abuse before she was even born. When Murry-Drobot’s mother was pregnant, she endured frequent beatings from her partner. The violence intensified to the point that Murry-Drobot’s mom didn’t feel her daughter move for days at a time. Murry-Drobot survived, and witnessed her father terrorize her mother throughout her early childhood, she told Huffington Post. Now, she has committed her life to protecting and empowering victims of domestic violence and ensuring that the children who often suffer long-lasting consequences, also get the support they need. 1 in 4 women and 1 in 7 men will experience domestic violence at some point in their lives, according to Memphis CBS affiliate WREG. Nationally, 1 in 3 women and 1 in 7 men experience intimate partner violence, according to the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence. Children who are exposed to domestic violence also face a number of other risks. They’re susceptible to developing anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder and drug and alcohol abuse issues, according to the National Child Traumatic Stress Network. Domestic violence is a crime. If you or a family member is a victim of domestic violence or abuse defense lawyer Joseph H. Nivin can help you navigate the civil and criminal justice systems. Our law firm will help ensure your safety, prosecute the attacker and give you hope for a new life.

On Behalf of The Law Offices of Joseph H. Nivin, P.C. Are you concerned about Grandparent Visitation Rights? If you have been separated from your grandchildren you are probably experiencing a sense of loss and wondering if you have any options. In the state of New York, grandparents can legally request court-ordered visitation if they meet certain criteria, which differs from the criteria for parent/child visitation or custody. Grandparent visitation rights are not guaranteed, but a judge will weigh several factors to determine if legal visitation should be granted. Grandparents should establish the existence of a previous relationship with the grandchildren before visitation will be considered. Other factors that determine grandparent visitation rights include the nature of the circumstances surrounding the denial of visitation, if the parents are deceased or living, the wishes of the child, and what is in the best interest of the child in the eyes of the court.  Learn more about how attorney Joseph H. Nivin can assist with your grandparent visitation rights case here.

On Behalf of The Law Offices of Joseph H. Nivin, P.C. Fathers’ Rights are important. As a father, you have an equal right to seek custody of your children.  In custody cases, whether part of a divorce or not, the mother does not get automatic custody preference in a court of law. The Court will consider many factors but will look primarily at who is currently the primary caretaker of the child or children.  If the mother is the primary caretaker, that will be taken into consideration. In this case, under normal circumstances, the mother will likely take preference and continue her role as the primary caregiver. If you, the father, are the primary caretaker, then that will be favorable for you in a child custody case. Each case is unique. If there are doubts about the primary caregiver’s ability to continue in that role, such as drugs or mental illness, then the other parent can get custody based upon those concerns. Attorney Joseph H. Nivin can answer all of your questions about child custody and fathers’ rights.

On Behalf of The Law Offices of Joseph H. Nivin, P.C. PRESS RELEASE March 21st, 2016—The National Advocates organization is pleased to announce that Mr. Joseph H. Nivin has been selected for inclusion into its Matrimonial and Family Law specialty, an honor given to only a select group of lawyers as recognition of their superior skills and qualifications in the field. The selection for this exclusive list is limited to only 100 attorneys per state or highly populated region who have demonstrated their extraordinary abilities with superior results, a high level of peer respect and client satisfaction. The National Advocates is a professional organization comprised of premier lawyers from across the country who have demonstrated exceptional qualifications in their area of the law, including Matrimonial and Family Law, Employment Law, Social Security Disability Law, Immigration Law, Bankruptcy Law and Estates, Wills and Trusts. The National Advocates provides accreditation to these distinguished attorneys, and provides essential legal news, information, and education to trial lawyers across the United States. With the selection for membership by The National Advocates, Mr. Nivin has shown that he exemplifies superior qualifications, leadership skills, and case results as a legal professional. The selection process for this elite honor is based on a multi-phase process which includes peer nominations combined with third party research. As The National Advocates is an essential source of networking and information for trial attorneys throughout the nation, the final result of the selection process is a credible and comprehensive list of the lawyers chosen to represent their state. To learn more about The National Advocates, please visit: http://www.thenationaladvocates.org.