by Andrew L. Rochester, Esq. | Divorce, Divorce and Finances
A divorce decree is the final ruling made by the court concerning a divorce; it’s a binding legal obligation for all involved. It makes the termination of the marriage official under the law, and while it is a “final” ruling, it’s not actually set in stone. Divorcees...
by Andrew L. Rochester, Esq. | Divorce, Family Law
The real impact of a divorce is seldom felt until it’s over, until the judge has signed the divorce decree. Though many recent divorcees (men in particular) often publicly claim relief or renewal or even joy, experts say that, more realistically, everyone who...
by Andrew L. Rochester, Esq. | Divorce, Family Law
Your marriage is over and you are either in the midst of a divorce or trying to move forward with your life. The last thing you want is for your children to bear the brunt of your inability to get along with your spouse, but it’s often unavoidable, no matter how...
by Andrew L. Rochester, Esq. | Divorce, Family Law
You’re a dad who’s recently gone through a divorce and now you asking, “what now?” How do you pick up the pieces and move forward? What are some pitfalls to avoid and how can you maximize your relationship with you children and move toward a...
by Andrew L. Rochester, Esq. | Divorce, Divorce and Pets, Property Division
Divorce and Property—Who Gets the Family Pet? For many people, a cherished pet is like a child—so what happens to that pet if you go through a divorce? Can you fight for custody of a pet? What will a judge do if the parties cannot agree? What’s Best for the Pet...
