Douglas Family Law Group, PLLC

Hi LinkedIn Network! Our July installment of our webinar series is coming up! This month, Dr. D Ivan Young will be joining our CEO and founding attorney, Elizabeth A. Douglas, Esq. for a conversation on not getting wrapped up in what "could-have" been. We hope to see you there!

Dividing assets in a New York divorce can be complex, especially when it comes to who keeps the house. In our blog, we outline New York’s equitable distribution laws, which divide property based on fairness, not a strict 50/50 split. Key factors like marital vs. separate property, financial standing, child custody, and each spouse’s contributions all influence who may keep the family home. The blog also details options for dividing the home, from buyouts to deferred sales, and explains the crucial role of a New York divorce attorney in guiding this process. For anyone navigating divorce in New York, our guide offers insights and expert advice to help you make informed decisions and secure your future. Read on for a roadmap to understanding your options. https://lnkd.in/eWfyN-qP

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Most married couples accumulate some form of marital debt. The most common forms are mortgages, auto-loans, and student debt. This week's blog discusses how these debts are can be divided in a New York divorce and helpful things to consider when considering a divorce. https://lnkd.in/egY3nm3c

Check out this week's blog, where we talk about how pets are factored into divorce negotiations. Pets are often some of the most important members of a family, but did you know that they are viewed as property in a divorce? This means that they are considered much like a bookshelf or a car would be during negotiations. Fortunately, an experienced divorce attorney can help you arrange for a favorable "custody" arrangement of your four-legged friend. https://lnkd.in/ePHChS28

The relationship between a grandparent and their grandchildren can be one of the most important relationships in a child’s life. This week’s blog discusses grandparents, child custody agreements, and helpful tricks to consider when dealing with a child custody case involving grandparents. https://lnkd.in/eh-ngrNd

Hi LinkedIn network, we are #hiring! We are looking for an associate attorney with 5+ years of experience in matrimony and family law to expand our elite team in White Plains, NY.

Co-parenting is never easy after the breakdown of a marriage or a partnership. When the other parent is a narcissist, or has narcissistic tendencies, it can be even harder. This week’s blog talks about what can make co-parenting with a narcissist tricky and offers some helpful tips on how to help reduce the potential for conflict. Check out the blog here: https://lnkd.in/e3prfSYS

One of the most commonly asked questions by people considering a divorce is what they should do in preparation to filing. This week's blog covers this question, along with the other commonly asked questions of when to tell your spouse you would like a divorce, and how to manage any feeling of guilt as a result of filing for a divorce. Remember that this is temporary and you'll be on the other side soon enough. https://lnkd.in/eXssQCsK