Frequently Asked Questions

In almost any matter of family law, there are many intricacies. You probably have a lot of questions. Simply searching on Google for an answer to complicated questions is not the correct approach. You want somebody with extensive family law experience to answer your questions. You want to talk to a real expert. This is why we have not only put together a list of frequently asked questions and their answers, but also changed our approach. You can now get a free consultation for free. So what are you waiting for? Call us today at 718-304-8130 and ask away! Our family lawyer in Staten Island is ready to help you.

Changing Your Last Name After the Divorce

Can you change your name after the divorce? This is a very common question. Of course, you are allowed to change your last name and revert to your maiden name. The process is relatively simple, but we would still recommend you to work with a family attorney in Staten Island to make sure everything goes smoothly.

Postnuptial and Prenuptial Agreements

You've probably heard about prenuptial and postnuptial agreements. But what are they? They are just contracts that clearly describe what happens with your assets and other rights in case your spouse passes away or if you go through a divorce. The prenuptial agreement is signed before the marriage, while the postnuptial one is signed after the marriage. They are both similar in form though.

Can a Grandmother Get Custody?

This is a very tricky question. Even though it's not very often, close relatives can indeed get custody. However, the outcome of such a case depends on many things. It would be best to get in touch with our family lawyer in Staten Island and discuss your case with him. You will get answers to all your questions so you can make the right decision.

Can the Father Get Custody?

In most cases, courts do not differentiate between parents based on sex. So yes, the father can get custody of the child. However, it depends on what the court considers to be in the best interest of the child. Again, we can't stress enough the need for an experienced family lawyer to represent you in court.

Can You Get More Child Support?

The court will decide the gross amount to be used for calculating child support. There are ways to get more, of course. However, you need to be represented by a family lawyer who knows what he's doing. Our family attorney in Staten Island can help you with this.

Give Us a Call For More Answers!

We know there are many more questions that have not been answered here. This is why you will be very happy to learn that you can call us right now (during regular business hours) and get more answers from our team of family law experts. The first consultation with our family attorney in Staten Island is free. Pick up the phone and dial 718-304-8130!

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