Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Should You Adjust Your Parenting Time Schedule During The School Year?
Kids have been back in school for many weeks now and hopefully the 2002-2023 school year will be a good one. Unfortunately, a new school year can also bring about certain challenges, including those related to child custody. Our Suffolk County child custody lawyer can help parents anticipate potential adjustments and make hard decisions…. Read More »
Five Tips To Help You Financially Prepare For Divorce
Divorce can be expensive, and you may not walk away from your case with all the assets you had hoped for. Once your divorce case is final, you may also find it more difficult to live and support yourself on just one income instead of the two you had become accustomed to. If you… Read More »
Joint Custody: The Advantages And Drawbacks
In many child custody cases, Divorce or Family Court Judges in New York will encourage joint residential and/or legal custody. The presumption is that it is in the child’s best interests to spend an approximately equal amount of time with both parents. Just as with anything else though, joint custody has both its advantages,… Read More »
Busting Four Common Myths About Divorce Mediation In Long Island
For couples getting a divorce in Long Island, mediation is becoming a very popular option. Even as mediation becomes more popular though, many myths and misconceptions have arisen over the years. If you are considering mediation to resolve your divorce, it is important to fully understand what happens, so you know what to expect…. Read More »
How To Co-Parent Successfully After Divorce
One of the most important parts of any divorce in Suffolk County is a parenting agreement. Parents can work together to create a plan tailored to their needs and that addresses how they will co-parent with each other after the divorce. Parents who are able to work together to develop a plan can reduce… Read More »
Why Are Gray Divorces So Common?
According to the United States Census Bureau, adults aged 55 to 64 have the highest rate of divorces among married couples. Any divorce that occurs between people over the age of 50 are considered gray divorces, which are divorces that happen later in life. Many people wrongly assume that when older couples are married,… Read More »
Are You Headed For Divorce? Here Are Some Signs
Sometimes, people may know that there are problems in their marriage, but they do not know if it is going to result in divorce. Understanding when things can no longer be worked out and divorce is inevitable is important, as it can help one prepare for the process. Below, our Suffolk County divorce lawyer… Read More »
Should You Move Out Of The Family Home Before Your Divorce Is Final?
Television shows and movies often show one spouse moving out of the family home as soon as divorce is even mentioned. If you and your spouse are considering a divorce, you may think this is a logical move, particularly if you and your spouse cannot stop fighting. However, it is important to know that… Read More »
How Much Does A Divorce Cost In Commack?
It is no surprise that divorce is expensive. Many people put off the idea of divorce simply because they know there are significant costs attached to the process. Fortunately, if you are thinking about ending your marriage, there are ways to keep the costs of the case lower and more affordable. Below, our Commack… Read More »
How Long Does A Divorce Take In Commack?
Ending your marriage is bad enough. The last thing you want is for your divorce case to drag on forever. No one can determine how long any one divorce case will take, but there are some guidelines you can follow to determine how long your case will take. Several factors will determine how long… Read More »