Attorneys Who Put Family First
Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcies are two common types of bankruptcies filed by consumers. Chapter 7 bankruptcy discharges all qualifying debts, while Chapter 13 bankruptcy consolidates debts that are paid off through a three to five-year payment plan. Chapter 13...
There are many steps and requirements involved in the New York adoption process. One of these is a home study. You must successfully complete a home study to adopt a child. The home study process involves more than allowing someone to come in and inspect your home,...
Starting your surrogacy journey brings both excitement and questions about your legal rights as parents. Fortunately, since the Child-Parent Security Act (CPSA) took effect in February 2021, New York's laws offer clear protections to secure your relationship with your...
There are those in the Buffalo area who might see a need to live apart from their spouses but who do not want a divorce. There are some who might have strong moral or religious objections to divorce. There are others who may just want some more time before divorcing....
Divorce often brings emotional and financial pressure that can be difficult to escape. And if you’re in a high-asset divorce, then the uncertainty you feel can be even more crushing. But you don’t have to enter your marriage dissolution blind. Instead, you can develop...
Many people choose adoption to expand their families or wish to provide a loving home to a child in need. Adoption offers a meaningful way to build a family and create lasting bonds. If you are considering adoption in New York, understanding the process can help set...
One of the scariest things that a Buffalo-area family face is the prospect of losing their home to foreclosure. Sadly, many people in this part of New York do get behind on their house payments and may be facing a foreclosure action from their lender. The result of a...
The law can feel overwhelming and confusing when you are not familiar with it or your legal matter. For those facing immigration matters, it can be challenging to navigate laws of a country they are not citizens of or in a language they are not fluent in. Immigration...
Any of our readers in New York who have dealt with an immigration legal issue have probably figured out something significant: these matters can be intricate, time-consuming and flat-out intimidating at times. The sheer amount of paperwork that usually must be filled...
Divorce is not always a terrible experience. Like any life event or change, the end of a marriage is a time of emotions and adjustments. However, it can be free of spite, conflicts and lack of communication. If both parties are on the same page when it comes to moving...