Disclaimer: we are not tax professionals and do not provide tax advice. We encourage you to consult with a qualified CPA for tax assistance. The child tax credit is a federal benefit designed to reduce the tax burden for parents raising children. After a divorce, the question of who gets the child tax credit in […]

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Not all divorces are fraught and full of conflict. Sometimes spouses are on good terms but realize that they would just be better off not married. If that’s your case, you may be asking do you need a lawyer to get divorced? At the Law Offices of Joseph H. Nivin in Queens, NY, our divorce attorneys […]

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On Behalf of The Law Offices of Joseph H. Nivin, P.C. Divorce is a challenging life event that can have significant financial implications. To safeguard your financial stability during this process, plan carefully and make prudent choices. 1. Assess your financial situation Start by thoroughly examining your financial circumstances. Compile a comprehensive list of your […]

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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.  Divorce proceedings are seldom easy. When a couple finds themselves in a contested divorce situation, the complexities can escalate significantly. In such cases, both parties need to maintain some stability and ensure the protection of their rights and interests throughout the process. This is where […]

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On Behalf of The Law Offices of Joseph H. Nivin, P.C.  Divorce is a lengthy process. There are a few major steps that you must take to go through it. If you want a legal separation, you would follow the same steps. If you separate, there is a waiting period before your divorce. The key to […]

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On Behalf of The Law Offices of Joseph H. Nivin, P.C.  Alimony, also referred to as spousal support or maintenance, plays a crucial role in divorce cases. It helps ensure that both spouses maintain a standard of living close to what they enjoyed during their marriage. Many individuals in New York question if they can receive […]

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On Behalf of The Law Offices of Joseph H. Nivin, P.C.  When you face a divorce, the settlement process can be contentious and hostile if you do not agree on how to handle things. This can leave you waiting for a court hearing and at the mercy of the judge after litigation. If you want more […]

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On Behalf of The Law Offices of Joseph H. Nivin, P.C.  It can be difficult to separate the goings-on of daily life from the constant online presence that everyone shares in today’s world. When you are going through a divorce, however, the ability to detach yourself from social media can save you a great deal of […]

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On Behalf of The Law Offices of Joseph H. Nivin, P.C. After parents call it quits on their marriage, child custody typically becomes contentious. Divorcing spouses experience conflict in the majority of cases. The following problems can worsen the situation. Everyone benefits from finding a resolution. Parenting techniques One reason for a couple getting a divorce […]

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