Legal Question in Family Law in New York

Re: divorce agreement

You and your husband can sign what is called a Separation Agreement. This agreement contains all of the terms of the divorce including maintenance (alimony), property distribution, debts and, if applicable, child support and custody. Your signatures must be "acknowledged" by a notary - essentially a statement that the person signing the agreement has proved his/her identity.

You must then live separate and apart for one year. After the year, either party can obtain a divorce on the basis of the separation agreement.

You should definitely retain an attorney to prepare the agreement.

Re: divorce agreement

You should have an attorney prepare a separation agreement, which will be legal and binding upon your divorce in one year. Feel free to contact me to get this done quickly and cheaply. No office visit is necessary.