An Overview of Our Upstate New York Law Practice
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Real Estate Law
A home is more than a place to live. It is also one of the largest investments you will ever make. Unfortunately, not every real estate transaction goes as planned. Spending a few hundred dollars on legal advice today can save you thousands later.
Real Estate Closings
Selecting the right lawyer for your real estate closing is an important decision. The guidance of an experienced real estate attorney can help prevent problems that could otherwise lead to the loss of your deposit or a lawsuit.
Divorce
Obtaining a divorce in upstate New York State can be extremely complicated. Unlike any other state in the country, New York does not have "no-fault" divorce.
Division or Distribution of Property
Did you know that if you get divorced in New York State, you may have to give a portion of your future earnings to your spouse? New York is the only state that values careers as marital property.
Child Custody & Visitation
Our legal system does not handle certain aspects of divorce well — in particular the issue of child custody. When children are involved, great care needs to be taken to assure their best interests are met.
Alimony & Child Support
In most cases, determining child support is a simple matter of plugging numbers into a formula. The same cannot be said for alimony, where there are minefields for the unwary.
Domestic Partners
Eventually, we believe that all states will have some form of civil union for same-gender or same-sex couples. In the meantime, our lawyers can use the principles of contract law to secure most, if not all, of the same rights that traditional married couples have.
Wills & Probate
Our lawyers will help you determine what estate-planning documents you need — quickly and at a reasonable fee. We will also guide you through the probate process if you are named the administrator of a family member's will.
Business Formation
Starting a small business can be one of the most exciting times in your life. It is also a time when you need legal advice in order to minimize taxes and protect yourself from liability.
Contact us for an initial attorney consultation with no obligation. Talk to attorneys who listen and who have the experience you require for important legal matters. Our law office is located in the Albany suburb of Delmar in upstate New York. We offer free parking.
