Long Island Divorce Lawyer

Meyers Law Group, PC, is a full-service Long Island family law firm that focuses on divorce, modification proceedings, contested and uncontested cases, separation, equitable distribution, child custody, child support, child visitation,relocations, alimony, same sex family law cases regarding same sex marriage, civil unions and prenuptial agreements, and the Marriage Equality Act, paternity issues, domestic partnerships, mediation, and divorce litigation. We have successfully helped countless mothers, daughters, fathers, and sons handle their legal issues with compassion, sensitivity, and care. Our reputable attorneys have extensive training, knowledge, and experience in this area of the law and are dedicated to providing exceptional legal representation to all of our clients.

While it is true that any family law case has the potential to be highly complex, emotionally charged and difficult to deal with, experienced legal counsel can make all the difference. A Long Island divorce attorney at our firm can assist you in taking the proper approach to your divorce or other family law case. By fully preparing you, we can take preventative measures and can actually help you avoid various problems later on. By actively protecting your legal rights through the entire process, we can seek an outcome that is in your best interests. Your case may have a lasting financial and emotional impact on you, your spouse and your children. You should do whatever you can to seek an advantageous result; the best way to achieve this is with an experienced lawyer's help and guidance.

New Laws in Long Island, New York

No-Fault Divorce

Significant changes have recently been made in regard to divorce in New York. In August of 2010, new laws were passed affecting divorce, temporary spousal support and attorney fees in family law matters. Perhaps the most important change is the fact that New Yorkers may now file for divorce on a "no-fault" basis. A spouse may file for divorce on the grounds that the marriage is irretrievably broken and has been for a period of at least 6 months. Prior to this, spouses could only file for divorce based upon the following grounds: adultery, abandonment, abuse, imprisonment or separation for one year.

Additional changes were made in regard to the award of temporary maintenance to a spouse who makes less than two-thirds of the income level of the other spouse in a divorce, as well as the award of attorney fees in divorce, enforcement and modification proceedings to the spouse with significantly less income. We welcome you to contact our offices to learn more about how these new laws may affect you.

Marriage Equality Act

With the passing of New York's Marriage Equality Act, same-sex couples all across Long Island are preparing to get marriage licenses and wed in the State of New York. However, before you embark on the adventure, our firm strongly advises you to speak with a seasoned Long Island family law attorney. We can help you with your prenuptial agreements, which are highly suggested if you have any valuables that you wish to retain in the event of a divorce. The new law that grants permission to same-sex couples to marry in New York also provides them with benefits for their partner as well. To learn more about the Marriage Equality Act in New York, contact our office today!

We take great pride in protecting the needs and rights of our clients, and fighting on behalf of their best interest. We understand that divorce and other related disputes are some of the most emotionally difficult experiences to endure. When dealing with these matters, it is important that we not only meet the legal needs of our clients, but also understand their emotional needs as well. Our Long Island divorce attorneys exhaust all possible resources to protect our clients during these hard times and keep their personal matters in strict confidence. Furthermore, our attorneys make sure each client receives the time, dedication and compassion they deserve.

Contact a Long Island Divorce Attorney

When your family's future is on the line, do not trust your case to just any lawyer. Make sure you involve a team of professionals that actually cares about the outcome of your case and its impact on you and your family. The decision to terminate a marriage, whether easily reached or hotly disputed, is often a tumultuous and overwhelming affair. Although it may be the best solution for a marriage that was not living up to the standards that you may have envisioned on the wedding day, it is nonetheless a difficult process to endure. For these reasons, it is absolutely essential to feel secure in the legal counsel you choose to represent your case. Dissolving a marriage requires each party to have their own divorce attorney; therefore, you want to make sure that the professional on your side is someone on whom you can rely and trust.

No matter what the conditions of your divorce may be there is no denying that you will need help attending to the legal aspects of the issues involved. We can offer support in many areas, including cases of domestic violence, fathers' and grandparents' rights, spousal maintenance or modification, orders of protection, nuptial agreements and parental alienation. Recent legislation affecting the outcome of your case can also be explained to you, as well as any issues relating to relocation after a divorce or real estate and trust matters.

At Meyers Law Group, PC our devotion to our clients is unwavering. We pride ourselves on providing all of our clients with the highest standard of legal care, tailored to meet their specific needs. Furthermore, we strive to give our clients the guidance they need to make informed and intelligent decisions regarding their legal matters. We achieve this goal by providing each client with personalized attention, frequent communication, viable options, and a thorough evaluation of the case at hand. It is always our primary goal to ensure that the needs of our clients are met during the settlement of their case. The plans you may have for the future should not be hampered because the results of your divorce, child custody dispute or anything else do not allow for your ultimate wishes and desires to be met. At our firm we do not rest until our clients walk away with a fair and just outcome and a rewarding experience.

If you are in need of dedicated and compassionate legal representation, the best thing you can do is contact a Long Island divorce lawyer at our offices today for your free consultation at (631) 784-7722. We look forward to hearing from you!