Thursday, January 8, 2026

Common Divorce Myth That Costs High-Earners Millions

 

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“ If you earn more than your spouse, this belief can financially destroy you.

One of the biggest misconceptions among high-income earners is believing divorce is a simple 50/50 split. Courts look at income, lifestyle, earning capacity, bonuses, equity compensation, and future earnings. Without strategy, I’ve seen people lose far more than expected.”

Wednesday, January 7, 2026

The Most Overlooked Divorce Expense

  “Everyone misses this one cost.” Lifestyle analysis. This can involve hiring vocational experts to analyze a party's ability to earn income and/or whether they are actually conducting a diligent effort to find work if they're claiming unemployment. Forensic accounting. This can involve tracing hidden assets or income. Expert valuations. This usually involves valuing a business or professional practice. Attorney for Children. In contested custody matters, such attorneys may cost ten's of thousands. Cost clarity matters — schedule a strategy session.

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David Bliven, Bronx Divorce & Family Law Attorney: “The Most Overlooked Divorce Expense  #Divorce #FamilyLaw #BronxDivorce #BronxFamilyLaw *** If you appreciated the information in this video, please share, “like,” subscribe & follow. Thank you! ***

Saturday, April 18, 2015

My son has custody of his daughter, in the event of something happening to him, who will the baby stay with?

Q:  Will the baby stay with the maternal or paternal grandmother?


A:  David's Answer:  If by "something happening to him," you mean his demise, the child would presumptively go into the custody of the mother. The grandparents would only have a case for custody if they can prove the mother persistently neglected or abandoned the child. Schedule a consult with a Bronx Child Custody attorney for more info.   -- David Bliven, Bronx Child Custody attorney (www.blivenlaw.net

Tuesday, April 14, 2015

Suicidal thoughts of non custodial parent

Q:  I am the custodial parent and my daughter lives with me in Ny. Her father who lives in another state expressed to me that he thinks about killing himself. That scares me to death. I want to file for sole custody of our daughter but only if i know it will work out for the best.


A:  David's Answer:  Draft an e-mail capturing the conversation, express your concern and state you think he should get help. As for custody, this will take a complete assessment of your individual situation. Thus, schedule a consult with a NYC Child Custody attorney.   -- David Bliven, Bronx Child Custody attorney (www.blivenlaw.net  

How do I give custody to my sister that lives in a different state

Q:  I have cancer and I can't walk.. I want my sister to care for my daughter while I'm here . Dad doesn't have a place to live with her. And she needs to go to school


A:  David's Answer:  She'd need to file a petition for custody & get both you & the Father served. If it's on consent everything should get done in 1 court date. Schedule a consult with a Bronx Child Custody attorney for a full assessment.   -- David Bliven, Bronx Child Custody attorney (www.blivenlaw.net

My wife does not hav custody or c my 5 kids. 4 the 2 kids that r 15/16 if i pass away can my domestic ptnr raise them?

Q:  My x would do anything to cut off all ch sup in the event of my death. Would my ptnr also b able2 collect ch sup 2 raise them? We hav been 2gether 4 5 yrs.


A:  David's Answer:  You can write a will, which can serve to capture your intent as to who will take care of your children upon your demise. It's not binding, but nevertheless admissible as to your intentions. Your domestic partner would then need to file a custody case upon your demise, alleging your ex either neglected or abandoned the children. Schedule a consult with a Bronx Child Custody attorney for a full assessment.   -- David Bliven, Bronx Child Custody attorney (www.blivenlaw.net