During divorce, discovery process is very common or it will only increase legal fees? How would you know it is worth to do?

This is a difficult question to ask without knowing the full facts of your case. That being said, New York is an Equitable Distribution state and...

What do I do if my ex is not following the divorce stipulations? (ie: not maintaining the life insurance policy)

First, I would simply call the insurance company and ask them to confirm whether or not there is coverage in place, you may be able to get proof...

I divorced 3 years ago. One of the assets in the decree stipulated that I would receive a large percent of a deferred comp

It is impossible to answer this question without reviewing your Stipulation of Settlement. There could be several avenues to explore including...

You definitely need to consult a matrimonial attorney. Obviously you are not going to agree as to who should pay the marital debt and the decision...

In my contested divorce case, my wife had 2 live-in lovers before she even began divorce proceedings.

With respect to the divorce itself, the Court will not care how many lovers your wife may or may not have had. Those facts are not relevant and...

Renting out income property while divorcing

If the Court has ordered the house to be sold, you should seek that Court's permission prior to renting out one or both apartments. You can do...

I have never heard of a compliance conference in an uncontested divorce. If the divorce is truly uncontested there should be no need for any court...

How can a divorce be legal when a husband falsifies divorce paperwork and files for divorce? What about Bigamy?

Your situation is a complicated one and will require several layers of work. Initially, you want to file a motion to have the judgment of divorce...

Is there a statue of limitations on a divorce?

First, you don't file for a divorce based on your own "bad" behavior; you file for a divorce when your spouse has behaved badly so your adultery...

During contested divorce, should I inform the Court that my wife, being 2 weeks pregnant took a handful of sleeping pills?

A single incident from five years ago is not going to sway the judge with respect to your wife's current fitness as a mother. Moreover, sharing...