Category Archives: Divorce Law

Queens Divorce Law: Uncontested vs. Contested Divorce

When going through a divorce in the Queens or greater New York City area, there are two types of divorce available: contested divorce or uncontested divorce. While a number of factors, including separation prerequisites, legal costs, and time required to obtain a divorce, might affect which type of divorce is filed, it’s important for separating […]

  • Posted on: Mar 24 2015
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Social Security and Divorce – Queens Divorce Attorney Explains

While going through a divorce in Queens or the greater New York City area, the Social Security benefits you may qualify for varies from situation to situation. How those benefits are divided between you and your spouse will depend on a number of factors, including how long you’ve been married.  A Queens Divorce Attorney can […]

  • Posted on: Feb 28 2015
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New York State Marriage Annulment FAQs

Annulments are a legal procedure for declaring a marriage null and void. But before you go off marrying someone with the idea that you can “always have an annulment,” you should read some of the most frequently asked questions we receive here at FK Law Group from residents of Queens, New York, regarding this legal […]

  • Posted on: Dec 16 2014
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Reasons for Invalidation of New York Prenuptial Agreements

So you and your future spouse have drafted and signed a prenuptial agreement, that means it’s all legally binding- right?  The short answer is: not always.  Prenups can become invalidated on a variety of grounds, and prenups are a great protective financial measure for engaged couples to take, specifically the spouse with a greater amount […]

  • Posted on: Nov 20 2014
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In the News: Joint Child Custody Rulings

There are Fathers’ rights groups throughout the country fighting for the right to be treated equally to their female counterparts when it comes to obtaining custody of their children during divorce proceedings. Not only are these groups pushing for fathers to be recognized for their involvement in their children’s lives, but they are advocates for […]

  • Posted on: Oct 25 2014
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