Family Law

A Closer Look at Parental Alienation: What it is and How to Address it in Custody Cases│ Heidi Opinsky Law

Have you been alienated from your child? Here’s what you need to know In New York, parental alienation is not explicitly recognized as a legal term or grounds for a claim. However, it can still be a factor that a court considers when making custody and visitation decisions. Parental alienation is a situation where one parent tries to turn a…

5 Important Factors a Judge Will Look at When Deciding Child Custody in CT│ Heidi Opinsky Law

Child Custody in CT is Decided by the Court, Based on Several Important Factors When going through a divorce, one of the main factors that require consolidation is the custody of the children. Such matters are very sensitive and often lead to long and grueling legal brawls since both parents often believe they alone have the right to be the…

Can I Get Alimony In a Same-Sex Divorce?

In 2011, the Marriage Equality Act was passed, giving all Americans in New York the right to marry regardless of sex or gender identity. Other rights came along with this, including the right to get a divorce. Equitable distribution, child support, and alimony in a same-sex divorce are all considerations that must be made as allowed or mandated by law.…

Can I File for an Order of Protection in New York After Domestic Abuse? │ Heidi Opinsky Law

What You Need to Know About Filing for an Order of Protection in New York Domestic violence is a highly prevalent crime. According to government statistics, the New York City Police Department responds to over 230,000 domestic violence incident reports annually. (1) If you are being abused, harassed, threatened, or intimidated by someone in your circle, the good news is…

Adoption in New York│ Heidi Opinsky Law

Let’s talk about the adoption process in New York, including the different types of adoptions and legal considerations There are 25,397 children in foster care in New York alone. Of these, 3,051 children have a goal of adoption. (1)  Many individuals choose to fulfill the dreams of these children and lovingly welcome them into their families.  If you have decided…

Postnuptial Agreements

While some couples enter into prenuptial agreements before they get married, couples may choose to enter into a postnuptial agreement after they get married. This is a legal contract that outlines the division of assets, property, debts, and other financial matters in the event of a divorce or separation. It serves as a safeguard to protect the interests of both…

Relocation After Divorce in NY│ Heidi Opinsky Law

Legal Considerations and Co-Parenting Strategies When Relocating After a Divorce Divorce will bring significant changes in your life, including the possibility of relocation. Statistics show that 3% of custodial parents moved out of their area within 12 weeks of their divorce. (1 )Relocating after divorce in New York presents unique legal considerations and co-parenting challenges, especially when children are involved.…