Hudson Valley, New York Divison of Assets Lawyers
When a marriage is ending, property division issues are often one of the greatest sources of conflict. Having an experienced attorney by your side can help you reduce this conflict while getting the best possible results.
At Silver, Forrester, Schisano & Lesser, P.C. in New Windsor, New York, Barry Silver has been practicing law for 44 years. Over this time, he has earned a reputation as one of the leading family law attorneys in the Hudson Valley region. With in-depth knowledge of property division and family law issues, he understands the best strategies under New York law for helping clients effectively resolve property disputes and move forward with their lives.
Property Division Under New York Law
New York state divorce law divides marital property and debts using principles of equitable distribution. Although it often is, equitable does not necessarily mean equal. Courts determine what is equitable by looking at a series of factors including years of marriage, interests in the marriage, distribution of jobs and assigned tasks.
Sometimes, determining "marital property" is a complicated task. Marital property does not include property owned before the marriage, property given as a gift to one spouse or inherited property. When property owned before the marriage — like a business or a home — grows during the marriage, it takes a skilled lawyer to help the courts divide the property appropriately according to your interests.
At Silver, Forrester, Schisano & Lesser, P.C., we often work with forensic accountants to look at books and records. These experts are adept at finding hidden assets through a system of reverse audits and can be very helpful in resolving property division conflicts.
Contact Silver, Forrester, Schisano & Lesser, P.C.
To talk with us about how attorneys at Silver, Forrester, Schisano & Lesser, P.C. can put years of legal experience to work for you, contact us at 845.764.4271 or toll-free at 866.687.1338.
