A. We can discuss any of your questions or concerns. First, we will provide you with 1) a retainer agreement that explains the scope of our services and your rights as a client; 2) an information form to complete; and 3) a Payment Fee Schedule. After we receive your signed retainer agreement and take the initial payment we will then prepare and be ready to file the initial Summons with Notice/Complaint. After your spouse signs and notarizes the papers, you will sign and notarize the final papers for filing with the court. You are free to come to the office, or we can mail or email you these documents. After approximately six months, the court will issue the judgment and you will receive a copy.

A. Yes. For your convenience, we do offer payment plans. Usually, clients separate the payments into either two or four parts. We require an initial payment of at least $300 at the initial meeting to get your case started. All payments are due prior to preparation of papers or filing with the court.

A. Although preferred, office visits are not required. You can fill out our online information form and pay your fees though PayPal. Once we have been retained you will have an opportunity to consult with one of our matrimonial attorneys by phone or meet in our office. We are also always available for questions and inquiries by phone or email. All document communication can be handled by mail, email or fax. If you prefer, all documents requiring a signature can be mailed to you with clear instructions, and will include a return envelope for a prompt response. For your convenience, we offer day, evening and weekend appointments.

A. The grounds for divorce are nothing more than a legally recognized reason for the dissolution of a marriage. While reviewing your particular case, our attorneys will be sure to explain the various options and their significance. In New York, a divorce can only be granted based upon one or more of the following causes of action: " Irretrievable Breakdown/Irreconcilable Differences " Actual Abandonment, or " Constructive/Sexual Abandonment, or " Imprisonment, or " Written and acknowledged Separation Agreement after living separate and apart for more than one year, or " Cruel and Inhuman treatment, or " Adultery.

A. That depends. New York maintains specific "residency" requirements that must be met before a couple can file for divorce within the State. In order for the court to accept your case, you and/or your spouse must fall into one of the "residency" circumstances outlined below:

1.You were married in NY and either you or your spouse is a resident of NY when the action is commenced and has been a resident for a continuous period of one year immediately preceding, or 2.You and your spouse have resided in NY as husband and wife and either of you is a resident of NY when the action is commenced and has been a resident for a continuous period of one year immediately preceding, or 3.The "grounds" occurred in NY and either of you has been a resident of NY for a continuous period of at least one year immediately preceding the commencement of the action, or 4.The "grounds" occurred in NY and both of you are residents of NY at the time of the commencement of the action, or Either of you has been a resident of NY for a continuous period of at least two years immediately preceding the commencement of the action.

A. If you have your spouse personally served by one of our process servers, then we have proof that he/she received notice of the divorce. This will allow us to finalize your divorce even if your spouse refuses or forgets to sign and return the papers. You might save money without personal service, but your case will expire if your spouse delays signing long enough. Therefore, we suggest that you choose personal service unless you are absolutely sure that your spouse will sign and return the papers to us. By the way, certified mail does NOT offer this protection.

A. Yes, as a matter of fact, we serve almost anywhere in America as long as you have a concrete address to reach your spouse and your case remains uncontested.

A. Generally, in an uncontested matter, after your spouse is served they have the option of signing what is called an "Affidavit of Defendant" which allows the divorce to be immediately placed on the court's calendar, waiving all applicable waiting periods. If, however, your spouse fails to sign, you will be required to wait 40 days after the date of such service in order to proceed with the final steps.

A. Using a process server will ensure that your spouse has been properly served according to state law. Process service also provides the proof of service required to finalize your divorce. If you are certain that your spouse will sign and return the divorce papers then using a process server is not required. Otherwise, to ensure that your case does not expire due to your spouse's failure to sign and return the papers in a timely manner, you may want to use a process server. We will arrange to serve the paperwork for a fee.