Parenting agreements can strengthen parental bonds

On behalf of Cobert, Haber & Haber Attorneys at Law posted in Child Custody on Tuesday, May 17, 2016. Getting a divorce in New York essentially dissolves your relationship with your spouse but it does not put an end to the relationship that exists between you and your children. Here at Cobert Haber & Haber […]

What factors determine alimony eligibility in NY?

On behalf of Cobert, Haber & Haber Attorneys at Law posted in Alimony on Sunday, May 8, 2016. If you are making the decision to divorce or your spouse has filed for divorce, you must address your changing financial circumstances. Here at Cobert Haber & Haber Attorneys at Law, we often meet with New Yorkers […]

The internet is not Vegas: Lessons about social media and divorce

On behalf of Cobert, Haber & Haber Attorneys at Law posted in Divorce on Friday, May 6, 2016. It’s not a new idea, yet it bears repeating: tread carefully on social media during divorce. Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Snapchat – whatever the site or sites of choice, be warned that anything that goes online could potentially […]

What are the benefits of divorce mediation?

On behalf of Cobert, Haber & Haber Attorneys at Law posted in Divorce Mediation on Friday, May 6, 2016. Whether you have already filed for divorce or you are in the beginning stages of terminating your marriage, it is important to know all of your options. Divorce mediation has quickly become a popular alternative to […]

Child support dispute center’s around Charlie Sheen’s income

On behalf of Cobert, Haber & Haber Attorneys at Law posted in Child Support on Tuesday, April 26, 2016. The main factor determining the amount of child support that someone in New York has to pay is income. For those who make millions of dollars every year, their child support obligations are going to be […]

Challenging a prenuptial agreement

On behalf of Cobert, Haber & Haber Attorneys at Law posted in Divorce on Monday, April 25, 2016. If you are getting divorced, there are many things to consider. One important document that should not be overlooked is a prenuptial agreement. If you and your spouse have a legally binding prenup, this document will state […]

More men are asking for alimony in divorce settlements

On behalf of Cobert, Haber & Haber Attorneys at Law posted in Alimony on Wednesday, April 20, 2016. There has been a long tradition of women receiving alimony after a divorce, but societal shifts may make it harder to determine which spouse deserves this support. Although still a significant minority due to gender biases, there […]

What is parental alienation and is your child at risk?

On behalf of Cobert, Haber & Haber Attorneys at Law posted in Child Custody on Monday, April 11, 2016. There’s no doubt that divorce can be difficult and, for parents who choose to divorce, the emotional ups and downs that accompany the process are likely to be even more magnified. While, in a perfect world, […]

Why unwed parents are advised to establish paternity

On behalf of Cobert, Haber & Haber Attorneys at Law posted in Child Custody on Thursday, April 7, 2016. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, during 2014, more than 40 percent of U.S. babies were born to unwed mothers. In terms of child custody, unwed mothers are automatically granted 100 percent legal […]

Divorce and the family home

On behalf of Cobert, Haber & Haber Attorneys at Law posted in Divorce on Tuesday, March 29, 2016. For many married couples, a shared family home is their most-valuable asset. Many couples, particularly those who have children, also have strong emotional ties to a family home. Therefore, when a couple chooses to divorce, it can […]