File for Divorce in Syracuse

Proper identification and valuation of all marital assets is a key component in high net-worth divorces. These can include both visible and hidden assets such as multiple bank accounts, real estate holdings, businesses, and other personal property. I often consult with business and real estate professionals to assist in analyzing and assessing the complete financial picture. My goal is to achieve fair and equitable agreements for child support, child custody, and alimony that will allow my clients to move forward in positive financial positions.

Helping Children with Divorce

• Be open and honest with your children - Children are more perceptive than many parents think, and they almost always know that something is amiss. It’s critical to explain the situation to your children in terms they can understand. One helpful tip is to read an age-appropriate book about divorce with your child.
• Don’t use your kids as spies - While it can be tempting to try to get information about your (ex) spouse from your kids, this can lead to serious trust issues and can cause them to become withdrawn and antisocial. It’s important to allow them to enjoy spending time with either parent without feeling guilty or uncomfortable.
• Seek professional counseling - You shouldn’t use your kids as spies, and you also shouldn’t use them as therapists. Children have a hard enough time grasping the concept of divorce; they are simply not equipped to handle your emotional burden as well. For anyone getting divorced, talking to a therapist or counselor is a great way to help you deal with the emotions which run high in this process.
• Encourage them to share their feelings - Children are going to have a lot of emotions during this process, including many that they might not understand or be able to put into words. Helping your child to cope with divorce is important. Again, reading an age-appropriate divorce book with your child can help them find words for questions they have, and gives you the opportunity to help them deal with their feelings.
• Try to keep things as normal as possible - While this is easier said than done, it’s critical to keep things as normal as possible during the divorce. Children thrive on consistent structure, so even little things like eating dinner at a consistent time can help them feel that everything is going to be okay.