Category Archives: Divorce

As a Rochester Family Law Attorney, I like to address my clients about the aspect if their spouse has a substance abuse problem when it comes to visitation. The state is very concerned over the safety of that child. Your spouse may be required to have supervised visitation while they are sick. Read Our Free Family […]

Are you facing a split that has you thinking about what is going to happen afterwards? Understanding child support is extremely important if you and the parent of your child are going to be splitting up. Our Rochester family law attorney can help you get all the information you need when you meet to have […]

Frequently as an experienced Rochester DWI Attorney, I talk to my clients about the misfortune of receiving two DWI tickets when you are charged. The first charge you will receive is “Common Law Driving while intoxicated” which is based on the observation of the arresting police officer. You will be charged with a Driving While Intoxicated […]

Often as an experienced Rochester Child Custody Lawyer, I am asked about the types of custody and the differences between Joint Custody and Sole Custody in New York. Here is a quick break down on the types of custody: If you have joint custody, you and your child’s other parent will be required to make decisions […]

Many times as an experienced Rochester Divorce Lawyer, I am often asked what can happen to your personal belongings that you own during your divorce. In regards to Furniture, Entertainment, or Collections, the courts prefer that you decide amongst yourselves what will be split. You can keep property that you already owned prior to marriage. If […]

As an experienced Rochester Family Law Attorney, I am often asked by my male clients if the courts favor the mother in terms of custody and support. The court does not favor one parental figure over the other. The courts will review both parents to decide the child’s best interest. Read Our Free Family Law Guide […]

When it comes to child custody and visitation, I am often asked as a Rochester Child Custody Lawyer how the courts decide visitation. The court will look into the best interest of the child. The court will review: Who can take care of the child best. Who is best to serve the child. The time […]

Have you been going through the divorce process? Check out these 3 divorce tips, then contact the Rochester office today to schedule a legal consultation. 1. Payment Plans for Divorce Our law office offers payment plans that can be as little as $150 to $500 monthly based on the fees. 2. No Fault Divorce Your […]

I am often asked as an experienced Divorce Lawyer, what a separation agreement in Rochester can do in a marital situation. This is a legal contract between the marital parties. This is a voluntary contract that resolves your issues. You will address all the issues in the separation agreement. Read Our Free Family Law Guide […]

Check out these 4 questions about child support to learn more about the process. Then, call Michael Schmitt for a legal consultation. 1) How Do Courts Determine Child Support? The courts base child support on your income and the amount of children you have. You will be generally charged 17% of your gross income for […]