Rosaline L. Zukerman Law Blog

Divorce may be the last thing on your mind as you prepare to walk down the aisle. But there is a growing number of ways for couples-to-be to protect against the financial havoc of a breakup, from "cohabitation agreements" to divorce insurance. You should size them up carefully before committing your time and money.... Read More

What should you be looking for when hiring a divorce lawyer?  For most people, there are not many times in your life when you have a need for a lawyer.  Picking the right lawyer for such an important issue as family law can be crucial.  Geographical desirability is not as significant as it used to be, as most questions can be handled by email, telephone or fax.  One meeting is usually adequate and other consultations can be handled remotely, but of course there... Read More

The launch of yet another social network has led to additional phone calls and e-mails from divorce lawyers warning their clients about the dangers of posting personal information online.Sites like Facebook, Twitter and now Google Plus, have become a treasure trove of information for divorce attorneys, thanks to people's insatiable need to over share on social media sites.You used to have to hire a private investigator in hopes you might stumble over some evidence to use against your spouse in a... Read More

The Magic Number When Magic’s Gone.  As Pressures Mount, Unhappy Couples Still Call it Quits at 7 years... Read More

New York City’s marriage lottery for Sunday — the first day that same-sex couples can marry –concluded Thursday with 533 requests for 400 available wedding slots in Manhattan, the only borough where there were more couples than availability. But city officials said they are working to ensure every couple who applied will get to say “I do.”... Read More

Having survived their own family splits, Generation X parents are determined to keep their marriages together. It doesn't always work....... Read More

An attorney is one that should ideally be found through referral. A friend who has gone through similar challenges might refer you to a trusted attorney who successfully represented their case in mediation or in court. Talk to friends and family. Ask about attorneys they would recommend or avoid. Contact attorneys you have worked with before and felt confident about. Inquire whether they handle your type of case. If they do not, ask for a referral to an attorney who does. Be honest about your si... Read More