Terms of Divorce in New York City

Making Your Uncontested Divorce Work for You

One of the most difficult aspects of divorce is that it often leaves one or both spouses deeply dissatisfied with the final outcome. When your divorce is litigated in court, the family law judge—though experienced in legal matters—is not the most qualified person to decide on such deeply personal issues as child custody or the division of marital property. Unfortunately, once the case is in court, you are legally bound by the terms of the final decree issued by the judge.

Why should anyone other than you and your spouse have the power to decide who your children will live with, who retains the house, or whether spousal maintenance will be paid? This is one of the strongest arguments in favor of pursuing an uncontested divorce: it enables you and your spouse to remain in control of the outcome. By working together, you can arrive at mutually agreeable terms and avoid the stress, uncertainty, and expense of a courtroom battle.

Contact our New York City divorce attorney today to take control of your divorce and protect your future.

Deciding the Terms of Your Divorce

In an uncontested divorce, you and your spouse will sit down across the negotiating table to work out the terms of:

- Child custody
- Visitation
- Child support
- Division of assets and debts
- Payment of spousal support

The outcome of these negotiations will be up to you. However, before the divorce can be finalized, you must submit the proposed settlement agreement to the judge. The court will review your arrangements to ensure they comply with the requirements of New York State law.

For example, your parenting plan must clearly serve the best interests of the children, and your property division must satisfy the principle of equitable distribution so that neither party is left in serious financial hardship after the divorce.

By and large, however, you and your spouse retain control over how the divorce is resolved, allowing you to craft a settlement tailored to your specific needs and expectations.

Speak with a NYC Uncontested Divorce Lawyer Now

If it is important for you to stay in control of the final outcome of your divorce, contact H. Benjamin Perez & Associates, P.C. A New York City uncontested divorce attorney from our team is ready to meet with you for a Free Case Evaluation to discuss your concerns and priorities. We can help you begin the process without unnecessary delay.

You must first meet the minimum eligibility requirements, but now that New York is a no-fault divorce state, it is possible to file for divorce as soon as you can demonstrate that the marriage has been irretrievably broken for at least six months.