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We are pleased to announce that Danielle Murray has been promoted to partner. We are honored to have Danielle as a leader on our team and know she will thrive in her new role. Congratulations Danielle!

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Danielle N. Murray Promoted to Partner - Petroske Riezenman & Meyers, P.C. Petroske Riezenman & Meyers, PC is pleased to announce that Danielle N. Murray, associate attorney with the firm since 2018, has been promoted to partner. The legal acumen, strength of character, and commitment to the firm and its clients demonstrated by Ms. Murray during her years as an associate a...

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A surge of divorce filings is expected when coronavirus restrictions are lifted. If you're stuck at home with a spouse you can't stand, you can get your case ready now to beat the rush.

Can I Get Divorced with New York on PAUSE? | Petroske Riezenman & Meyers, P.C. An increase in divorce filings is expected when the lockdown is lifted. But you can get started now to beat the rush. Most divorces are negotiated and settled out of court, and most attorneys continue to work from home using video conferencing.

Consulting with an attorney is an important first step in the divorce process.

Meeting with your prospective attorney not only allows you to evaluate whether you feel comfortable with him or her, but will also allow him or her to give you a “big picture” initial assessment on what the process may look like for you.

Provided with the right information, an experienced divorce lawyer will be able to provide you with advice on the best ways to proceed, what you should expect, and what you are entitled to.

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What should I do if the other parent does not practice social distancing? What happens if the other parent’s job increases the risk of contracting the coronavirus? Should I facilitate parenting time if the other parent resides out of state?

Can I Deny My Ex Parenting Time Due to the COVID-19 Outbreak? | Petroske Riezenman & Meyers, P.C. What should I do if the other parent does not practice social distancing? What happens if the other parent’s job increases the risk of contracting the coronavirus? Should I facilitate parenting time if the other parent lives out of state?

Prenuptial agreements are not only for the rich and famous. They are contracts that can outline the expectations of both parties to an impending marriage and have the potential to save a lot of future stress, money and aggravation.

Read more here: https://www.petroskelaw.com/prenuptial-agreements-are-not-only-for-celebrities/

If you are unable to pay your child support obligation, there are a number of steps you should take immediately to keep a bad situation from becoming worse.

What To Do If You Can’t Pay Your Child Support During the Coronavirus Crisis | Petroske Riezenman & Meyers, P.C. With all non-essential businesses in New York ordered to close their doors to help contain the coronavirus, many parents have lost their jobs or suffered a substantial decrease in income. If you are unable to pay your full child support obligation, there are a number of steps you should take immedia...

If you are thinking about filing for divorce, or you believe that your spouse is contemplating a divorce, you’ll want to be prepared. There are some important steps that you can take today, without ever leaving your home, that will give you an edge if you wind up in a divorce action.

Divorce Planning: 7 Things To Do From Home Now to Prepare | Petroske Riezenman & Meyers, P.C.

Did you know that your matrimonial and family court matters can be mediated effectively via video conference from the comfort of your own home? Petroske Riezenman and Meyers, P.C. has two certified mediators who offer virtual mediation sessions that fit your schedule. Call us today, 631-337-1977

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The Governor’s Executive Order shutting non-essential businesses will undoubtedly save many lives, but for those New Yorkers now sheltering at home with an abusive spouse the immediate result is far from safe. Thankfully, help can still be found in the court system.

Orders of Protection During the Coronavirus Crisis | Petroske Riezenman & Meyers, P.C. The Governor’s Order shutting non-essential businesses will undoubtedly save many lives, but for those New Yorkers now sheltering at home with an abusive spouse the immediate result is far from safe. Thankfully, help can still be found in the court system.

Resolving Child Custody Disputes During the Coronavirus Crisis | Petroske Riezenman & Meyers, P.C. Unfortunately, even though much of our day-to-day activities are put on hold during a public health crisis, child custody and parental access disputes continue. In fact, they may even be worse.

WE ARE OPEN DURING THE CORONAVIRUS CRISIS.

Although we are required to close our physical offices, we continue to work remotely and are fully operational. All phone calls will be answered by a live receptionist with the ability to connect callers directly to our attorneys. Our computer servers are cloud-based, and video conference is available.

We know that disputes regarding parental rights and financial support, as well as incidents of domestic violence, still exist during a public health crisis.

We’re here to help. Call us at 631-337-1977

Long Island Divorce Lawyers | Family Law Attorneys | Suffolk & Nassau

In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the NYS Supreme and Family Courts will be open on a limited basis to handle emergency matters only. We anticipate that all currently scheduled court appearances and trials will be adjourned.

Our office remains OPEN for business. We are pleased to offer telephone and video consultations and conferences in order to minimize in-person transactions, and we are fully prepared to work remotely should circumstances require it. Thank you for your patience as we navigate the challenges presented by this crisis.

If you have any questions concerning your case or a new matter, please do not hesitate to call us at 631-337-1977.

https://www.petroskelaw.com/income-caps-for-ny-child-support-and-maintenance-increase-in-2020/

Income Caps for NY Child Support and Maintenance Increase in 2020 | Petroske Riezenman & Meyers, P.C. Effective March 1, 2020, the income cap for child support calculations is $154,000 (previously $148,000), and the cap for maintenance calculations is $192,000 (previously $184,000).

Danielle Murray, Esq. offers some helpful tips on how to get the most out of your consultation.

Preparing For Your Divorce Consultation: What to Bring | Petroske Riezenman & Meyers, P.C. Believe it or not, a divorce (whether you’re the spouse seeking one or not) requires as much planning as a wedding, if not more. However, feelings of sadness, anger, anxiety and grief that often accompany divorce can make even the simplest of tasks feel impossible. This is especially true in...

Petroske Riezenman & Meyers is pleased to announce that Philip Castrovinci has joined the firm as an Associate attorney. Philip is a 2018 graduate of Touro College Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center, and was admitted to the New York Bar in 2019. He was most recently associated with the Holbrook law firm of Heilig, Branigan, Miller & Castrovinci. In addition, Philip brings over five years of internship and clerkship experience in the matrimonial and family law field, having worked alongside his father, Philip J. Castrovinci, of Smithtown, one of Long Island’s most prominent divorce attorneys.

Petroske Riezenman & Meyers Welcomes Philip Castrovinci, Esq. | Petroske Riezenman & Meyers, P.C. Petroske Riezenman & Meyers is pleased to announce that Philip Castrovinci has joined the firm as an Associate attorney. Philip is a 2018 graduate of Touro College Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center, and was admitted to the New York Bar in 2019. He was most recently associated with the Holbrook...

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We are proud to support St. Joseph's College NY and their Annual Golf Classic to benefit student athletes!

This weeks current events:
Brad Pitt may get residential custody of his children. You may be surprised to know that a celebrity custody court case is not much different than a custody matter with us “regular” people. One of the determining factors of which parent will be awarded residential custody of children is who the children want to live with. Typically in any court case regarding custody a child will be appointed their own attorney to represent them. This attorney will advocate for what the children want. Given the ages of the six Pitt/Jolie children (10-17 years old) the court will give serious consideration to what the children have to say. Rumor is that the children want to live with Brad. I will keep you posted as things progress with this case.

We are proud to support The Rose Brucia Foundation and Tamarac Elementary School at today's 5K! Congratulations to all of the runners!

Divorce impacts many areas of life, including taxes owed to Uncle Sam. Below is an interesting article from the Wall Street Journal regarding divorce and taxes.
https://www.wsj.com/articles/divorced-couples-put-aside-your-differences-for-the-tax-break-1490347806

Divorced Couples, Put Aside Your Differences...for the Tax Break Issues between divorced couples may resurface every year during tax season, but ex-spouses who continue to feud can end up overpaying.

We've moved! Petroske Riezenman & Meyers is now located at 1393 Veterans Highway in Hauppauge.

Contributors to the "Focus on Matrimonial" Special Edition include Clifford Petroske, on "Rights of Gay and Le***an Couples to Custody and Visitation," and Michael Meyers, on "Jurisdiction and Custody Orders."

Petroske Riezenman & Meyers in The Suffolk Lawyer Ryan Riezenman was selected as Matrimonial Special Section Editor for the January 2016 issue of The Suffolk Lawyer , the official publication of the Suffolk County Bar Association. Contributors to the "Focus on Matrimonial" Special Edition

Governor Cuomo signed New York's new spousal maintenance law on Friday, September 25th. The Temporary Maintenance provisions are effective for divorce cases filed on or after October 25, 2015, and the balance of the law is effective for cases filed on or after January 23, 2016.

The governor has not signed the new law yet, but is expected to do so in the next ten days. The bulk of the provisions become effective 120 days after signing, and apply to cases filed on or after the effective date.

New Spousal Maintenance Law Expected Soon Changes to New York spousal maintenance and child support laws are expected soon. Depending on your case, you may want to wait for the new law, or file your divorce now to avoid it.

Shared Custody of Your Child: A Practical Guide by Attorney Clifford Petroske Studies show that, absent extraordinary circumstances, children of divorced parents benefit from shared custody arrangements. Tips to make shared parenting work for your post-separation family.