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Since 1991, Novenstern Fabriani & Gaudio, LLP has provided legal services to a myriad of litigants. Whether you need an advocate to vigorously represent you in a complex divorce case or a difficult custody dispute or wish to resolve issues without litigation, our attorneys are available to listen and assess your case. We provide you with information and options to work toward a resolution through collaborative law, divorce, mediation or litigation.

The firm's focus is on Family Law including divorce, separation, custody, visitation and support. We handle legal ethics matters and represent attorneys in disciplinary matters. We also provide representation for real estate transactions, traffic violations or criminal charges. We are known as zealous advocates with a broad understanding of the law and financial issues in a divorce. Whether you are seeking an aggressive advocate or an attorney experienced in divorce mediation or collaborative law, we can assist you through the emotional and financial issues that often arise in Family Law matters.

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Legal Separation in Westchester County

You and your spouse may consider a legal separation as an alternative to divorce. An experienced Westchester County divorce law firm can assist you in deciding if a Westchester County/White Plains separation agreement is appropriate for you. With a legal separation, you and your spouse live apart from one another, but legally, you are still married. You should realize that legal separation does not result in an automatic divorce. Living under separation agreement for at least one year can be a prerequisite for a divorce.

Issues that may be resolved in an executed written separation agreement include the following:

Child custody and support
Division of assets and property
Unsecured debts

Access and visitation
Spousal Maintenance

Benefits of legal separation in White Plains

A legal separation has many benefits over a traditional divorce. A divorce can sometimes be hostile and involves the dissolution of the marriage. The grounds for a legal separation are less stringent than those of a divorce. However, a separation may cause you to lose certain benefits gained from the union.

A legal separation in White Plains offers the following benefits:

You can keep your marital status for religious reasons
If you decide to get divorced, you can convert your separation agreement into a Westchester County divorce judgment
You may be able to retain insurance benefits on the coverage of your spouse

You retain the ability to file joint income taxes
After some time apart, you and your spouse might reconcile

Contact a legal separation attorney

Separating from your spouse can be difficult. If you are considering legal separation, you should contact a Westchester County divorce lawyer immediately. Your attorney can assist in drafting an agreement that is suitable to both you and your spouse. Novenstern Fabriani & Gaudio, LLP will closely examine the benefits of a legal separation agreement to you and thoroughly explain the implications.

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Novenstern Fabriani & Gaudio, LLP is eager to help you navigate confidently through all aspects of family law. We look forward to providing you with the experience and skill you deserve. Call us today at 914-241-2400.

Contact the divorce lawyers of Novenstern Fabriani & Gaudio, LLP today to discuss your New York family law questions. We primarily serve Westchester, Putnam, Orange, Dutchess, Rockland, and New York counties.

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