New York City Divorce Lawyer

Divorce Attorney in NYC

When you are considering a divorce in New York City, you need an attorney at your side who can not only protect your interests outside of the courtroom through divorce mediation in an uncontested divorce but also in the family courtroom in a hotly contested divorce. Since 1976, the attorneys at Wisselman, Harounian & Associates, P.C. have been helping clients in NYC with their divorce cases and all other family law matters. We understand that these legal issues are often complex for many reasons, including the emotional and financial impact they may have on you now and for many years into the future. That is why we are committed to aggressively asserting our clients' rights while offering them the compassionate guidance and assistance they deserve.

For a free case review from a New York City divorce lawyer who has the experience and know-how to help you, contact our law offices today.

About Divorce in New York City

In order to be granted a divorce, a New York City couple must meet certain residency requirements. New York law stipulates that in order to be granted a divorce, a couple must meet at least one of the following requirements:

The couple must have been married in the state of New York as husband and wife
At least one spouse has been a New York resident for at least one continuous year before filing for divorce
The couple resided in New York state as husband and wife
The grounds for divorce occurred in New York

Because New York is NOT a "no fault" state, a couple must have reasonable grounds for filing for a divorce. This means that a couple will not be granted a divorce for reasons like "loss of interest" or "irreconcilable differences." Acceptable grounds for divorce in New York include:

Cruel, abusive, or inhumane treatment
Adultery
One spouse abandoned the other for at least one year
One spouse has been imprisoned for at least three years
The couple lived separately for at least one year under a separation agreement
The couple lived separately for at least one year under a court judgment

If a couple does not have legal grounds for divorce they must live separately for a period of one year under a court-issued separation agreement. After one year has passed, if the couple still wants to proceed with the divorce process, then the court will grant them a divorce. A couple does not need to have legal grounds to file a separation agreement.

Areas of Practice: NYC Divorce and Family Law

In any divorce there are a number of marital issues that must be addressed and resolved. At Wisselman, Harounian & Associates, P.C., we can help our clients through all aspects of their divorce. Whether a client is involved in a contested divorce or an uncontested divorce, our team of attorneys can provide them with the resources, guidance, and legal care they need to get through the divorce process. In addition, we also effectively represent our clients in hearings to determine child support, spousal support, property division, child custody, prenuptial and postnuptial agreements, and more.

Involving a New York City Divorce Attorney

Our firm has the resources, skills, and knowledge to handle any divorce case in New York City, including in Queens, Brooklyn and the Bronx. We have helped hundreds of mothers, fathers, grandparents, stepparents and others throughout our careers, and are committed to continuing to represent wives and husbands with their divorce cases. During the divorce process, it is important to work with a lawyer who has experienced first-hand the workings of divorce court in New York. Our lawyers have a solid understanding of the New York family court system, and can confidently guide our clients through this legal process.

Contact a New York City divorce attorney at our law offices today to see how we can help you and your family through this difficult time.