Recent Posts in Family Law

• Posted By The Law Office of Ava G. Gutfriend 24-Aug-2016

  Divorce Rates Surge in March and August

  In August, summer is winding down, the school year is gearing up, and families are preparing for the holiday season. What many people may not know is that August, along with March, is also a time which sees divorce rates peak, according to a new ...

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• Posted By The Law Office of Ava G. Gutfriend 19-Nov-2015

  New York's Spousal Support Formula is Altered

  Out of all the aspects of a divorce, spousal support – sometimes called just alimony or even spousal maintenance – has long been regarded as one of the most frustrating and complicated. In New York especially, where some people were ...

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• Posted By Law Office of Ava G. Gutfriend 23-Jul-2015

  Possible Changes to Family Law On the Horizon Due to Same-Sex Marriage Legalization

  For weeks now, news headlines have been talking about how the United States Supreme Court decided to legalize same-sex marriage and how it has sparked serious controversy in America. Some people celebrate the ruling, believing it upholds liberties ...

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• Posted By The Law Office of Ava G. Gutfriend 12-Sep-2013

  Filing for Divorce in New York

  Are you interested in filing for divorce? If so, there are a few important things that you need to know about filing in New York. First, the state recognizes seven different grounds for divorce: irretrievable breakdown, abandonment, adultery, cruel ...

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• Posted By The Law Office of Ava G. Gutfriend 12-Sep-2013

  Welcome to The Law Office of Ava G. Gutfriend's New Blog!

  Family law issues can be emotional, and many people do not know where to turn or who to trust in order to obtain the best possible outcome for their case. At The Law Office of Ava G. Gutfriend, I have assisted countless clients over the years with ...

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