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Equitable distribution is the distribution of property and debt obligations used by courts in most states when dividing marital property during divorce proceedings. Equitable distribution does not mean "equal" division - it means "fair" division. Call today to discuss equitable distribution with an attorney.

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Utilizing a divorce mediation lawyer instead of traditional divorce litigation is beneficial for many reasons. Because we mediate your divorce in a cooperative and non-adversarial setting, you and your spouse should be able to establish better lines of communication. learn more on our website.

We handle all felonies and misdemeanors, and we can begin our representation at any stage of a case, or an investigation. Call today for assistance.

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The criminal law offense of operating a vehicle after having drunk an amount of alcohol sufficient to raise one's blood alcohol content above a legal limit, commonly referred to by the acronym DWI.

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Valley Stream (1/4 mile from Green Acres Mall) and in Forest Hills (one-block from the Criminal Court).

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No, you do not have to answer questions asked by the police. Under the U.S. Constitution, and the Constitution of the State of New York, you have the right to remain silent, and to not answer questions. It is not a crime to refuse to answer questions, and you do not have to give a reason for not answering questions. However, if you do speak with the police, or other government agents, anything you say can be used against you in a court of law. Also, if you lie to them, that can be a crime. If you are stopped by the police while driving a car, though, the situation is somewhat different. You are not required to answer questions, but you must hand over your driver’s license, and insurance card, if asked by the police to do so.

No, it is not. Generally, divorce mediation is a good option for couples that have decided it is best to separate, or divorce, they trust one another to deal honestly, and they don’t want to squander their life savings, or college fund, fighting over relatively petty details. Additionally, a successful divorce mediation requires couples to put aside feelings that might impede their ability to negotiate in good faith, such as anger, resentment, and bitterness. If either you or your spouse cannot do this, divorce mediation will probably be a waste of time.

Divorce is a legal dissolution of a marriage by a court or other competent body. The New York State Unified Court System provides a wealth of information on divorce.

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A trial is a formal examination of evidence in a judicial proceeding to decide guilt in a criminal or civil case. In New York, defendants have a right to a trial by jury if they face the possibility of a jail sentence greater than six months. However, a defendant has an absolute right to waive his or her right to a jury trial, and have a judge decide the issue of guilt at what is known as a, “bench” trial.

A suppression hearing is a legal proceeding conducted by a Court prior to trial. The purpose of a suppression hearing is to determine if a defendant’s constitutional rights were violated, and if evidence was seized from a defendant, as a result of the constitutional violation. If the Court makes such a finding, then the evidence in question should be suppressed, or kept out, at trial.

No, you do not have to hire a lawyer for a criminal case. But you should hire a lawyer. Otherwise, you may represent yourself, “pro se.” You may do this whether, or not, you are a lawyer. However, it is generally unwise for anyone, including a lawyer, to represent himself. In fact, there’s an old adage that, “a lawyer who represents himself has a fool for a client.” So, representing yourself “pro se” is generally unwise. If you cannot afford to hire a lawyer, the Court will assign a lawyer to represent you, free of charge.

Generally, divorce mediators sit down with couples seeking a divorce, explain the legal issues, and help couples to reach agreement on each issue, until all issues underlying a divorce are agreed upon. Each mediator has his or her own approach to mediation, and a unique style.

In divorce mediation, the parties hire a neutral third person to work with them to reach an agreement on the terms of their divorce. While the parties certainly may hire attorneys while they mediate, unlike the traditional model for divorce, the parties do not need to hire attorneys. Nor do the parties need to sign retainer agreements, nor pay hefty legal fees before work even begins on their divorce. Instead, divorce mediators generally meet with clients for an hour, focus on one or two issues, and are paid at the end of the session for their time spent during the session. Typically, each session lasts an hour.

Talk to a lawyer. A consultation with a seasoned divorce lawyer can give you invaluable knowledge regarding the ways in which divorce can impact your post-marital life. You will learn about your legal rights, and the rights of your spouse. You will also gain a better understanding of your legal responsibilities, as well as the responsibilities of your spouse. And just as you might seek a second opinion when confronting a serious medical problem, it’s a good idea to speak with a second lawyer, so that you can get a second perspective on your situation.