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Most people go into marriage with the belief that it will last forever. However, circumstances change and so do people and this can lead to conflict in the marriage. Deciding to get a divorce isn’t easy. However, it may be the best option for you and your children. However, if you and your soon-to-be-ex-spouse cannot agree on important issues, a contested divorce may be the best option for you. An NYC contested divorce lawyer from the Law Offices of Frank Bruno, Jr. can help ensure that your rights are protected and that you get what is rightly yours.
The attorneys at the Law Offices of Frank Bruno, Jr. are experienced in representing clients in a contested divorce. We work with the best interests of our clients in mind. We will fight aggressively to get the best outcome in your case. We will help to protect your rights and ensure just distribution of assets, favorable child custody, and child support as well as many other important issues in the divorce process.
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The Contested Divorce Process in New York
If you and your soon-to-be-ex aren’t able to resolve the terms of your divorce amicably, a contested divorce may be the best option. This type of divorce involves the intervention of the family court. An NYC contested divorce attorney from the Law Offices of Frank Bruno, Jr. will walk with you throughout the divorce process to ensure the best outcome. This type of divorce involves the following steps:
Initial filing
If the couple cannot come to an agreement, one spouse can file a petition for a divorce in family court. In New York, the petitioner will have 120 days in which to serve their spouse with the summons. This complaint marks the beginning of the divorce process and the end of their marriage.
Serving of papers
The petitioner must serve their spouse with the summons within 120 days of filing for the divorce. Suppose the divorce papers cannot be served to the spouse for some reasons such as when the whereabouts of the other party are unknown. In that case, the court may approve for the serving of the divorce papers through an alternative method such as publication of the divorce.
Responding
The spouse that was served the divorce papers will have between 20 and 30 days to respond to the summons. They may either accept the divorce terms or choose to contest them. If they want to contest the terms they must respond with an Answer or a Motion.
Request for Judicial Intervention (RJI)
A Request for Judicial Intervention is filed. This is an acknowledgment from both parties of the divorce. It is also a request for the court to set a date for the Preliminary Conference.
Preliminary Conference
The date for this conference is set within 45 days of the filing of the RJI. During this session, the court will set a date for an official hearing. Each spouse is required to provide a statement of their net worth 10 days prior to the preliminary conference.
Discovery
Before the divorce case goes to trial the attorneys representing either spouse will collect evidence to build a case on behalf of their clients. The attorneys may meet to discuss their discoveries to try and come to a pretrial conclusion. This process must be completed within 6 months following the preliminary conference.
Disposition
This is when the trial process begins. Each side is allowed to present the case to the judge. The judge will issue a ruling at the end of the process. This ruling must be followed by both parties. If either party finds the ruling unsatisfactory, they can file an appeal to a higher court.
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Divorce is not a simple process. A contested divorce is even more complicated. However, you can get through this difficult process with the help of an experienced and skilled NYC contested divorce attorney from the Law Offices of Frank Bruno, Jr. Our attorneys will provide you with the guidance and support you need to get through this difficult time.
The attorneys at the Law Offices of Frank Bruno, Jr. are experienced and skilled in handling contested divorce cases. We will fight aggressively to protect your rights and ensure that your best interests are represented and considered throughout the process. Contact us today for a consultation with an attorney from our law firm. We will help you understand your rights and legal options. You can trust us to fight for the best outcome in your divorce case.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Contested Divorce in New York
It is impossible to say how long a contested divorce will take. Every divorce case is unique. A contested divorce is more complex than an uncontested one. The divorce must go through various steps such as discovery and the disposition before it is finalized. The divorce process can therefore take anywhere from several months to more than a year.
The attorneys at the Law Offices of Frank Bruno, Jr. understand how emotional a divorce can be. We will work to get your case resolved as quickly as possible. We will work to protect your rights and ensure that your best interests are considered throughout the process. Contact us now to learn more about how we can help.
A contested divorce is the best option when both parties are not able to settle on issues regarding the divorce on their own. Intervention from the family court may help to ease the tension and allow you to fight for what you deserve. This route is advisable when couples cannot agree on the distribution of substantial assets. Seeking intervention from the court will also help in identifying assets that may have been hidden. It will also ensure that assets are distributed fairly.
A contested divorce may also be a good option if there are minor children involved and the parents are fighting over custody or if there are legitimate concerns about who should have sole custody of the children. It may be best to have a neutral party decide your case.
An experienced NYC contested divorce lawyer from the Law Offices of Frank Bruno, Jr. can help you prepare for your contested divorce and walk you through all the requirements. They will represent you and help protect your rights.
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