How Long Will I Have to Pay Alimony?
In New York, alimony is referred to as “spousal maintenance,” although you may sometimes hear it referred to as “spousal support.” Spousal maintenance is a payment made from one spouse to another during or after a divorce. The intent behind an alimony award is to try and permit both spouses to continue...
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Are There Different Types of Trusts Used in Estate Planning?
A solid, comprehensive estate plan will help ensure that there will be a smooth transfer of assets to a person’s selected beneficiaries once he or she passes away and that everyone’s best interests are protected the whole way. Without proper planning, inheritances can be whittled away by taxes, excessive court costs,...
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How to Prepare for Cross-Examination
Criminal trials are complex and, of course, can be very stressful, particularly for the defendant. If you are called as a witness in a criminal trial, whether you are the defendant or not, you should be as prepared as possible for what is going to happen, or what might happen, when...
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The Benefits of a Special Needs Trust
A special needs trust is a legal tool designed to both hold and protect assets for the benefit of a disabled beneficiary. The structure of a special needs trust allows both a special needs individual, as well as family members and loved ones, to contribute assets and other resources to the trust...
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What Is Proper Court Etiquette?
Watching courtroom dramas on TV is not exactly an accurate portrayal of what going through the criminal justice system may look like. While there may be some truth in these representations, it is still important to separate reality from TV dramatics. If you are going to court, whether it be as a...
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What Should I Look For in a Family Law Attorney?
Choosing a family law attorney can be a daunting task when you may already be in the middle of an overwhelming situation. Whether a divorce, child custody issue, or other family law matter, having the right attorney by your side can not only make the difference as to the...
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What Is a Pour Over Will?
Estate planning is so much more than a last will and testament, although most people associate the two. Estate planning has a number of valuable legal tools you can put in place to help you accomplish unique, specific goals that meet your own objectives. For instance, have you ever heard of...
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¿Cuáles Son Los Beneficios de Un Juicio Ante Un Juez?
Si has sido acusado de un delito penal, es posible que te enfrentes a la difícil decisión de si quieres un juicio ante el tribunal o un juicio por jurado. Un juicio ante el tribunal es otra forma de decir que deseas un juicio ante un juez, o que deseas un juicio...
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The Pros and Cons of Accepting a Plea Deal
Plea deals are fairly common in resolving a criminal case. In fact, it may even be claimed that the judicial system has come to depend on plea deals to help manage caseloads and reduce the number of cases that go to trial. The time and expense saved when a plea deal...
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How a Prenup Can Impact the Divorce Process
A prenuptial agreement, commonly referred to as a “prenup,” is a contract established prior to marriage by two prospective spouses who plan on getting married. A prenuptial agreement becomes effective upon marriage. While some people mistakenly see a prenup as planning for the failure of the marriage, a prenup can actually serve...
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Common Estate Planning Mistakes to Avoid
Estate planning puts important legal tools in place that can provide serious protections for you and your family. While estate planning can provide critical benefits for you and the ones you loved, estate planning the right way is very important. There are several mistakes people make in estate planning that can be...
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Cinco Cosas Que Debe Saber Sobre El Divorcio Con Hijos
Proceso de Deliberación del Jurado
Al final del juicio, después de que ambas partes hayan presentado sus argumentos de cierre, el juez presidente da las instrucciones al jurado. Estas instrucciones informan a los jurados sobre los estándares legales que deben aplicar al decidir si un acusado es culpable o no culpable. Después de que se...
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