What is considered marital property ?

Here is an easy way to think about it....from the day you're married to the day the action for divorce is filed, anything acquired in that window...

Is mediation the best way to go?

Mediation works best when you're not planning on fighting for the children, maintenance, assets or debt. If that is true, then you should simply...

How long do I give a husband's attorney to respond to my settlement offer in NY?

There is no specific time limit. I would send a follow up letter inquiring as to whether the attorney received your settlement offer. Then I...

How can I protect myself when my spouse wants a divorce and I don't? She has told me she is serving me with divorce papers soon.

If you wife insists on getting divorce, as others have indicated, there really isn't much you can do to stop her. With the passage of the "no...

My husband and I lived in MA and due to his infidelity, I was forced to leave and move to NY. In which state should I file?

As some of my colleagues have pointed out, there are residency requirements to meet with before being able to file in NY. I would first consult...

Must initial service of divorce papers be done in person or can it be done via mail?

The defendant must be personally served. If they are avoiding service, you may petition the court for alternative ways of serving after you show...

Do i have any legal recourse in this personal injury situation?

From the facts given, seems like you may have a case. Save all the evidence and find an attorney with products liability experience. Regarding...

Should i have a lawyer present with me or not?

You absolutely need an attorney! If you can't afford one, the court will provide an attorney. In the meantime, do not explain yourself to anyone. ...

I have an index # and need an attorney to review and file my paperwork. How much would that cost?

If the paper work is already completed, I'd recommend simply submitting to the clerk. If there are any problems, they will inform you and you...

The length of your marriage is from the day you were married until the day the action for divorce is filed. If the divorce proceeding takes four...