New York Divorce Frequently Asked Questions:  To find out about the legal requirements for obtaining a divorce in New York, how spousal support is determined and other frequently asked questions about divorce, click here.

New York Divorce Statistics: In 2000, in New York State, there was 59,864 divorces.  On the other hand, there was 133,542 marriages.  For approximately every two marriages, there was a divorce...click here for more on this topic.

Focus Article on New York Equitable Distribution Law: In New York State, upon divorce, a court will equitably distribute marital property.  This equitable distribution system, enacted approximately 25 years ago, in part to treat marriage as an economic partnership, leaves judges with discretion in distributing the value of a family’s assets, regardless of who holds title to the property.  Click here to read the Article.  

Commentary on Unified Family Courts: In New York, it is possible for a family to have multiple cases, pending in multiple courts, in front of multiple judges.  This does not say much about efficiency in the courts of New York.  Additionally, this multiple court syndrome places undue burdens upon families.  Other states have implemented Unified Family Courts to avoid these problems, to read about Unified Family Courts, click here.