Category Archives: Michael Schmitt Esq. Law Blog

New York State Separate Property Laws

New York State Separate Property Laws

Are vehicles and personal belongings considered separate property in a divorce? Read about the New York State separate property laws, then call us today. 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 […]

Military Benefits After a Divorce

Military Benefits After a Divorce

In this article, we discuss how military benefits will be divided after a divorce. Contact our attorney today to schedule a free legal consultation. 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 […]

Child Custody During and After Divorce

Child Custody During and After Divorce

This article outlines the basics of child custody during and after a divorce in New York State. Contact our attorney today to get started on your case. Custody during divorce can cause emotional turmoil for families. If you are going through a divorce, you may be dreading the custody battle. It can be even more […]

Will I Have to Go to Court Over Child Custody?

Will I Have to Go to Court Over Child Custody

Are you in the process of getting a divorce and asking yourself, “Will I have to go to court over child custody?” Call our office to learn how we can help. A client recently came into our office and asked, “Will I have to go to court over child custody?” This is a question that […]

Rights of an Unmarried Parent

Rights of an Unmarried Parent

Read this article for a better understanding of the rights of an unmarried parent. Contact our experienced child custody lawyer to get started on your case. If you need an experienced attorney’s advice about the obligations and rights of an unmarried parent, contact experienced Rochester family law attorney Michael D. Schmitt today to arrange a […]

Questions About Child Support Agreements

Questions About Child Support Agreements

If you have any questions about child support agreements in New York State, please contact our attorney today to discuss your case and set up a free review. If you and your family are going through the process of divorce, you may have several questions about child support agreements. Our experienced Rochester family law attorneys […]

Settling a Child Custody Battle

Settling a Child Custody Battle

Settling a child custody battle will be difficult without the help of an experienced Rochester divorce attorney to mediate between the two sides. Call today. 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 […]

Obtaining an Order of Protection

Obtaining an Order of Protection

If you have been the victim of domestic assault or abuse, then you may be interested in obtaining an order of protection against the offender. Call us today. Here are some important things to know about obtaining an order of protection. Obtaining an Order of Protection | Process As an experienced Rochester domestic violence lawyer, […]

Advice About Divorce Modifications

Advice About Divorce Modifications

If you need legal advice about divorce modifications, please contact experienced Rochester divorce attorney Michael D. Schmitt for a free consultation. 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 Involving High Net Worth

Divorce Involving High Net Worth

If you are going through a divorce involving high net worth, you will want to make sure your assets are protected. Contact our Rochester attorney today. 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 […]