On Behalf of The Law Offices of Joseph H. Nivin, P.C. In recent years, many couples have been drawn to mediation as an alternative to going to court. It is an attractive option because of the benefits it offers: less expense, a faster divorce, confidentiality, a less formal way of divorcing and more control for […]

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On Behalf of The Law Offices of Joseph H. Nivin, P.C.  Couples who have marital agreements know exactly what will happen when they divorce. They already set their property division rules in writing in their prenuptial or postnuptial agreement. The majority of couples divorcing in New York will not have an agreement dictating what they do […]

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On Behalf of The Law Offices of Joseph H. Nivin, P.C.  Pets are precious members of the family and as such, they become a hot-button issue in cases of separation and divorce. However, no matter how strongly pet parents feel about their beloved companions, courts cannot equate pet custody to child custody in contested divorce cases. […]

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On Behalf of The Law Offices of Joseph H. Nivin, P.C.  Getting divorced is one of the most emotionally taxing and financially challenging decisions you can make. After spending decades building a life with someone, property division can be among the most contentious aspects of the process. If you cannot settle with your ex-spouse who gets […]

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On Behalf of The Law Offices of Joseph H. Nivin, P.C.  A recent Supreme Court decision considered the complications in divorce cases and dividing assets that couples acquire during their marriage. Retirement savings are one of the largest and most valuable assets to be considered during a divorce, such as 401(k) and pension plans. In May, the […]

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