Different Options for Divorce Are you and your spouse looking to reach a mutually agreed upon, amicable end to your marriage? There are a few different options for divorce that will decrease the likelihood of this process turning into a long, drawn-out battle. Different Options for Divorce | Separation Agreements A separation agreement is a…
New York State Separate Property Laws When going through a divorce, you may need to divide assets such as vehicles and personal belongings. However, there are certain items that you are legally allowed to retain. This is known as separate property and, when undergoing the division of assets process, it is important to have a…
Military Benefits After a Divorce Going through divorce is challenging for anyone. If you are separating from a spouse in the service, you may be wondering what will happen to military benefits after a divorce. This can be a complex process, which is why it is very beneficial to hire an experienced divorce attorney to…
Settling a Child Custody Battle If your divorce is contentious, settling a child custody battle can be particularly stressful and overwhelming. Experienced divorce attorney Michael Schmitt has a long history of helping divorced spouses reach a peaceful agreement and always keeping the child’s best interests in mind. Contact our office today to schedule a free…
Advice About Divorce Modifications It is not unusual for the financial and parental arrangements of a prior divorce order to require some adjustment in future years. If you need legal advice about divorce modifications, please contact experienced Rochester divorce attorney Michael D. Schmitt to schedule a free consultation. We are here to help. Advice About…
Divorce Involving High Net Worth In a divorce involving high net worth, one or both partners have a number of assets with high monetary value. In these types of divorces, it is important to hire an experienced and skilled lawyer who can protect these assets and make sure everything is divided fairly. Contact our office…
Dividing Assets in a Divorce Dividing assets in a divorce is a difficult concept and can be very stressful. If you are facing issues of how your property will be distributed, please contact Michael D. Schmitt, Esq., Attorney at Law to schedule a free consultation. Dividing Assets in a Divorce | Separate Property Separate property…
Divorce Retainer Fees One of the chief concerns of anyone going through a divorce is cost. Contact our office today to schedule a free consultation and learn more about our divorce retainer fees and payment plans. Let our experience work for you. Divorce Retainer Fees | Examples Divorce retainers run at different price points for…
Information About Cohabitation Agreements Cohabitation is not the same as a marriage or civil union and, therefore, if the relationship comes to an end, each partner will not have the same protection under New York State law. That’s why it is important to hire a Rochester divorce lawyer that specializes in handling domestic partnerships if…
5 Important Divorce Issues There are many aspects of divorce that will cause you stress. Here are 5 important divorce issues that you should be aware of. Contact our experienced Rochester family law attorneys to schedule a free consultation and get the help you deserve. 5 Important Divorce Issues | Length A common question about…