Contested Divorce Lawyer in Manhattan

Contested Divorces

When a couple seeking a divorce is unable to come to an agreement on property division, debts, child custody or other concerns pertaining to the dissolution of their marriage, or a spouse does not want to divorce, it is called a contested divorce.  In contested divorce cases, one or more hearings are held to resolve unsettled issues before the divorce is granted.  The divorcing couple will have various opportunities to reach a settlement before the case goes to trial.  If the spouses still can't reach an agreement, a trial is held at which time a judge will make the final decisions on any outstanding matters.

If you are seeking a divorce and unable to reach an agreement with your spouse regarding the distribution of assets, alimony or other important issues, contact a Manhattan divorce attorney at Law Office of Vivien I. Stark immediately for assistance.  Our firm has over two decades of experience in divorce and family law, and can provide the competent legal representation you will need in a contested divorce.

Manhattan Contested Divorce Attorney

Divorces, even under the best of circumstances, can be difficult.  A contested divorce can take months or even years to settle depending on the case.  Disagreements regarding asset division and spousal support are the more common contested issues, but their can also be disagreements regarding:

• Which parent has primary custody of any children
• How much child support should be paid
• When and how often a parent should be allowed to visit his/her children
• Who is responsible for any debts accrued during the marriage

We can discuss your legal options regarding a contested divorce, and how best to resolve matters with your spouse.  Our firm has the necessary resources and skills to address complicated asset issues, and will aggressively safeguard your rights while pursuing your case until its conclusion through trial.