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The Sklavos Law Group, P.C. Dedicated Divorce Attorneys | Serving Long Island, Queens, Brooklyn & Manhattan

The Sklavos Law Group PC provides legal services with a commitment to excellence and personalized care. Focusing in divorce, family law & litigation, we deliver trusted guidance and tailored solutions to protect your interests.

10/19/2026

There's a lawyer in your custody case you didn't hire, but their voice could carry serious weight in court. ⚖️

In many New York custody cases, the court appoints an Attorney for the Child (AFC) to represent your child's interests and advocate for their position.

This attorney may meet with your child, speak with the parents, and help the court understand the child's perspective.

And yes, judges take their role seriously.

The biggest mistake? Treating the Attorney for the Child like your opponent or trying to manipulate the process.

Be honest. Be cooperative. Stay focused on your child's well-being.

Because in a custody battle, how you conduct yourself matters.

10/18/2026

When a wife out-earns her husband, it can put real pressure on a marriage, touching on ego, social expectations, and each partner's sense of value in the relationship.

Book a free consultation with The Sklavos Law Group, PC today. Call 516-550-5873 or visit www.sklavoslaw.com.

10/17/2026

Your child turns 13. Does that mean they get to choose which parent to live with? Not exactly.

In New York, there is NO specific age when a child automatically gets to decide custody.

While judges may give more weight to a child's preference as they grow older, that preference is only one factor in determining what's in the child's best interests.

Courts also consider stability, parental involvement, the child's needs, and whether their preference has been influenced by either parent.

A child's preference matters, but it doesn't decide the case.

Don't build your custody strategy around what your child says. Build it around what you can demonstrate as a parent.
Book a free consultation at www.sklavoslaw.com 516-550-5873!

10/17/2026

In a New York divorce, fault is mostly irrelevant, even if a spouse cheated or was cruel. The court cares about what comes next: supporting the kids, where they'll live, and how your assets are divided.

Book a free consultation with The Sklavos Law Group, PC today. Call 516-550-5873 or visit www.sklavoslaw.com.

10/16/2026

In a long custody battle, nobody really wins, and the stress falls hardest on the children.

What New York courts want to see is consistency: the parent who handles the pickups, doctor's appointments, school meetings, and everyday planning.

Keep doing what you are doing, and start a contemporaneous journal right away, because that record can be admissible in court.

Book a free consultation at www.sklavoslaw.com or call 516-550-5873.

10/16/2026

Your child should NEVER be caught in the middle of your divorce.

Speaking negatively about your ex in front of your children might feel like an emotional release, but it could seriously damage your custody case.

In New York, courts consider each parent's willingness to support a healthy relationship between the child and the other parent when determining what's in the child's best interests.

Your frustration with your ex should never become your child's emotional burden.

Protect your children, not your anger.
Book a free consultation at www.sklavoslaw.com 516-550-5873!

10/15/2026

New York divorce attorneys can't take cases on contingency, so paying for a divorce can be hard when your spouse controls the money. Family help or an attorney's payment plan may be options.

Book a free consultation at www.sklavoslaw.com or call 516-550-5873.

10/15/2026

Custody isn't about winning against your ex. It's about what's best for your child. ⚖️

In New York, custody decisions are based on the best interests of the child, not which parent feels more deserving.

Judges consider stability, safety, daily routines, schooling, and each parent's relationship with the child.

The biggest mistake? Turning a custody battle into a competition with your ex.

Instead of asking, “How do I win?” ask, “How does this benefit my child?”

Because in family court, being child-focused matters more than proving a point.

Book a free consultation at www.sklavoslaw.com or call 516-550-5873

10/14/2026

Fathers, stop assuming the custody battle is already lost.
In New York, custody decisions are based on the best interests of the child, not whether you're the mother or father.
Being a present, involved, and responsible parent matters. Showing up for appointments, participating in your child's daily life, and maintaining a stable environment can make a real difference.
Don't let outdated assumptions stop you from fighting for your relationship with your children.
Your role as a father matters. Your involvement matters. And your rights deserve to be protected.
⚖️ Speak with an experienced New York family law attorney to understand your custody options.

10/14/2026

New York calculates maintenance based on the income gap between spouses, up to $228,000 of the higher earner's income. How long it's paid depends on how long you've been married.

Book a free consultation at www.sklavoslaw.com or call 516-550-5873.

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Jericho, NY
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