Divorce Attorney in Jericho, New York

New York

Law Office Of Darren M. Shapiro

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99 Jericho Turnpike Suite 300-K Jericho NY 11753

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Divorce - In New York, parties can obtain a divorce after living apart, pursuant to a separation agreement or judgment of separation for one year in New York. Thereafter either one of the parties may file for divorce. The divorce will be granted on a "no fault" basis provided all the formalities have been observed. In other cases, New York requires one of the grounds for divorce to be present such as: cruel and inhuman treatment; abandonment for one or more years; imprisonment for three or more years; or adultery. Equitable distribution of marital property, maintenance (f/k/a alimony), support, custody, and visitation are all issues that can be agreed upon or litigated in the divorce action. This law office fights hard to obtain the best result under the circumstances for each of its clients. Until 7/31/10 - $175 per hour rate is available for divorce, separation and annulments.

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To provide Jericho quality assistance as a Divorce Attorney, Family Law Lawyer, Divorce Lawyer and Family Law Attorney.

Law Office Of Darren M. Shapiro meeting your needs since 2005.

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Support, custody, visitation - Spousal and child support, custody, and visitation proceedings can be started, enforced, or modified in a New York Supreme Court as a result of or after a divorce action. Spousal and child support, custody and visitation cases may also be started, enforced, or modified in Family Court. There is no precise formula for what is appropriate for spousal support or maintenance, rather a court determines what is fair and reasonable on a case by case basis. There are many factors which your lawyer can argue are appropriate to be considered for a court to award or deny maintenance. The amount of child support, on the other hand, is usually determined by a formula set forth by law and is usually fixed as an obligation of the "non-custodial" parent. The formula is usually followed by the court, but your lawyer may persuade the court that the calculation is unjust or inappropriate based on a variety of factors. An application for a downward or upward modification of a support order can be made based on changed circumstances. Jail time is a possiblity in cases of willful violations of support orders. The best interests of children is the most important consideration to a court in deciding custody and visitation matters. This office fights for what is fair. Until 7/31/10 - $150 per hour rate is available for Family Court representation for custody, visitation, support, and family offense, order of protection matters.

Family Court Act and Family Offense (Orders of Protection) proceedings - the family court and the criminal courts both have jurisdiction over proceedings concerning acts which would constitute disorderly conduct, harassment, stalking, menacing, reckless endangerment, assault, attempted assault between spouses, former spouses, between parent and child or between members of the same family or household. The family court has exclusive jurisdiction over cases when the alleged offender is an infant according to the law. If you are the victim of domestic violence you have the right to seek legal counsel of your own choosing. If you proceed in family court and it is determined that you cannot afford an attorney, one must be appointed to represent you without cost to you. Victims may also ask the district attorney or a law enforcement officer to file a criminal complaint. If you or your loved ones have legal issues involving juvenile delinquency, paternity, abuse, neglect, termination of parental rights, child protective proceedings, orders of protection, or family offense matters, it is advisable to consult with an attorney to help ensure that your rights are protected.

Key Contacts

Darren M. Shapiro, Esq.

Darren M. Shapiro, Esq. Received His Bachelor Of Arts From Emory University And Juris Doctor From The University Of Miami School Of Law. He Was Admitted To The New York State Bar In January 1999. Mr. Shapiro Was Admitted To Federal Practice For The United States District Courts For The Southern And Eastern Districts Of New York In 2000.

Certifications

Ba In Psychology - Emory University - 1994
New York State Bar Admission - 1999
U.s. District Court Eastern District New York Admission - 2000
U.s. District Court Southern District New York Admission - 2000

1) Divorce

Divorce cases require child custody, parenting time or visitation, child support, maintenance (f/k/a alimony), equitable distribution of marital assets, equitable distribution of marital debt among other ancillary matters to be settled or decided by the court. Life insurance, exclusive use and occupancy of the marital, residence, orders of protection, private school, college expenses, and extracurricular activity expenses, are all matter that may be relevant in a particular case. If a settlement is possible, this office will attempt to negotiate a deal that best represents the client's goals. This office fights hard and litigates when settlements fail. Separation agreements and annulments are also handled by this law office.

2) Child Custody

The best interests of the child are always the most important factor to a court in deciding child custody matters. If an appropriate custody arrangement can not be made with the other side, great care is taken to show the court how my client has the best interests of the child. In cases where the client is not attempting to obtain physical custody themselves, we try to maximize parenting or visitation time, involvment in decision making and access to records. Joint legal custody and shared custody arrangements are considered. Your best interests are most important to this office.

3) Child Support

4) Family Offense - Order Of Protection Cases

Family Court Act and Family Offense (Orders of Protection) proceedings - the family court and the criminal courts both have jurisdiction over proceedings concerning acts which would constitute disorderly conduct, harassment, stalking, menacing, reckless endangerment, assault, attempted assault between spouses, former spouses, between parent and child or between members of the same family or household. The family court has exclusive jurisdiction over cases when the alleged offender is an infant according to the law. If you are the victim of domestic violence you have the right to seek legal counsel of your own choosing. If you proceed in family court and it is determined that you cannot afford an attorney, one must be appointed to represent you without cost to you. Victims may also ask the district attorney or a law enforcement officer to file a criminal complaint. If you or your loved ones have legal issues involving juvenile delinquency, paternity, abuse, neglect, termination of parental rights, child protective proceedings, orders of protection, or family offense matters, it is advisable to consult with an attorney to help ensure that your rights are protected. We fight hard for our clients in order of protection and family offense cases.

5) General Practice

This law office is a full service firm that can handle the majority of your legal needs including matters in Criminal, Housing, Family, Supreme, Traffic, Civil, and Small Claims Court. Darren M. Shapiro, Esq. has a wide variety of experience in each of these areas of law. Whether you have a civil litigation, foreclosure, criminal defense, matrimonial, landlord/tenant, support, custody, visitation, family offense/order of protection or other legal situation this office can help. Mr. Shapiro personally represents all the firm's clients. Great care is taken to help ensure the best results for your personal circumstances.

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Serving Area:

Jericho, Nassau, Queens, Suffolk, Manhattan, Brooklyn, Bronx, New York City, Long Island, Westbury

Counties

Nassau, Queens, Suffolk

Serving Zip Codes:

11753, 11747, 11793, 11001, 11950, 11568, 11590, 11773, 11791, 11426, 11429

Latitude

40.7805646

Longitude

-73.5591082