New York used to require fault grounds for a divorce, but as of October 12, 2010, couples can now petition for a no fault divorce without grounds.
At the law office of Warren Welch Esq., LLC, we are familiar with this new legislation, and we can help you use this new option to dissolve your marriage. For more information and experienced family law counsel, contact us today 585-200-5437 to schedule your consultation. You may also email us, and someone will be in touch with you promptly.
You can now cite as "irretrievable breakdown" if the marriage lasted for at least 6 monthsas the reason for a no fault divorce without assigning blame to one side. This new option also avoids making the other side prove one of the fault grounds, which can create additional bad feelings. In the past, using grounds for fault allowed one spouse to leverage his or her position as a wronged party when negotiating the economics of property division and other parts of a divorce agreement. Now, you can still have a contested divorce without contesting the grounds, which can be very helpful when trying to avoid additional conflict, time, stress and money.
New York Divorce Separation Agreement Lawyer
As a Rochester, New York, no fault divorce attorney, Warren Welch can help guide you through this process and use this new option, especially when couples have grown apart, or the marriage simply did not work out. He will carefully draft a divorce separation agreement that includes all the major issues including:
- Property division
- Child custody and visitation
- Child support
- Spousal support
Understanding Grounds for Divorce
Warren Welch can also help you if you would like to pursue the traditional divorce option that includes asserting grounds. There are six grounds for divorce, which are as follows:
- Adultery
- Abandonment for one year
- Imprisonment for three years
- Cruel and inhuman treatment
- Living separate and apart pursuant to a valid decree of separation
- Living separate and apart pursuant to a valid separation agreement
We know that divorce can be a costly process, both emotionally and financially. Mr. Welch will identify all the necessary components of your divorce action and work with you to find a fee arrangement that meets your needs. Fixed fees are also available and arranged.
The law office of Warren Welch Esq., LLC can provide you the legal help you need during this time, so you dissolve your marriage and move on with your life. Contact our law firm to schedule your consultation.
