If you are considering a divorce or have been served divorce papers, there is much that you need to know. 

While it is true that most matrimonial cases settle, the prospect of a trial is all too real. Although it might be preferable to amicably divorce, it is often not possible. An inexperienced divorce (trial) attorney will do everything to pressure you to settle in an effort to avoid an unfamiliar trial. Joseph & Smargiassi has years of trial experience. Not fazed by the threat of trial, we educate our clients to help them make balanced and informed decisions. We can be caring and even-handed. We can also be tenacious and unrelenting. If you need an experienced and tough divorce attorney in New York or New Jersey, you want Joseph & Smargiassi on your side.

Whether an uncontested divorce or divorce and custody battle, the information in these links will apply to your case:

1. Divorce & Family Law Information (NY Specific)
   1. What are the grounds for divorce?
   2. Will marital fault impact on my rights to a property settlement?
   3. How is child custody determined?
   4. How is Child Support calculated?
   5. What property is subject to equitable distribution?
   6. How will the marital property be divided?
   7. What property is not subject to equitable distribution?
   8. How is alimony calculated?
   9. How long must I pay or can I receive child support?
2. Procedure for Divorce (NY Specific)
   1. Starting the Divorce
   2. The Pleadings
   3. Discovery
   4. Motions
   5. The Trial
   6. Post Judgment Enforcement
3. Credit Cards and Divorce (Federal Trade Commission)

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