Matrimonial & Family Court

Before family matters become serious legal issues, it may be time to consult a matrimonial and family lawyer to serve as knowledgeable counsel during what could be a very difficult time for you and your loved ones. A matrimonial and family lawyer can help guide you and your family through the legal challenges of divorce, child custody, visitation, spousal support, child support, parental rights, and adoption.

Family law matters can be quite complex and involve extremely delicate and intimate circumstances. Even under the most amicable conditions, a small issue can quickly escalate into a tumultuous dispute, and separating spouses often get wrapped up in time-consuming and expensive legal battles, losing sight of what matters most. When disputes arise, a matrimonial and family lawyer can provide suitable solutions and advice aimed at achieving a positive outcome for all parties involved.

Not all disputes have to be remedied in court; it is always best to solve family matters outside of court with the assistance of a matrimonial and family lawyer. However, when a dispute cannot be resolved outside of court, the matter may require litigation. At The Law Office of Michael F. Dailey, we will assess your situation and advise you on the best approach for you and your family. We have extensive experience in handling the following family law matters:

• Child Support
• Child Custody
• Adoption/International Divorce
• Visitation
• Adoption
• Step-parent Situations

Child Custody And Child Support

If you and your child’s other parent can’t agree on custody arrangements, a New York family court judge will determine what is in the child’s best interest. Full custody means one parent is granted full decision-making authority in all aspects of the child’s life, including where they live, while in joint, or shared, custody, both parents have equal power to make decisions. Physical, or residential, custody will determine the child’s primary residence.

When making custody decisions, the judge might consider many factors involving each parent, their living situation, and the child. Your child support amount will be affected by whether you’re the custodial or noncustodial parent. It’s important to have an experienced child custody and child support lawyer like Michael Dailey on your side to help you present your situation in a favorable light and secure the financial support you need to raise your child.

Attorney Michael Dailey will help you protect your rights as a parent. He can also help modify existing custody or support orders should you have a change in your financial/living circumstances.

Property Division And Equitable Distribution

Ensuring you receive your fair share of the marital assets is often a top priority during a divorce. New York is an equitable distribution state, meaning the division of marital property is not necessarily 50-50. It’s critical to your future financial security to have an experienced division of marital assets attorney handling your case.

Under New York’s equitable distribution system, the judge will try to divide property as fairly as possible, which includes taking the financial status of each party into consideration. Other important factors might include the duration of the marriage, the assets brought into the marriage by each spouse, the income/earning potential of each spouse, and the cost of caring for any children. Consulting a qualified divorce asset division lawyer can help you estimate what percentage of the marital assets you can hope to leave the marriage with so that you can plan accordingly.

At The Law Office of Michael F. Dailey, our marital property attorney can help you negotiate the best possible settlement arrangement for your divorce case.

 Michael Dailey – Family Law Expert In The Bronx, NY

When it comes to any family law matter, having experienced legal counsel on your side is extremely important. At The Law Office of Michael F. Dailey, we pride ourselves on providing caring representation during a time of stress and uncertainty for many families here in the Bronx. We aim to dispense practical and objective advice regarding your family law matter so that you can make decisions for your family with confidence. In court or at the negotiation table, we serve as your legal advocates and guides.

Begin to build the new life you imagine for yourself and your evolving family with Attorney Michael Dailey on your side.