Divorce Paths in New York: Contested vs. Uncontested Divorces

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When I have a consultation with a divorce client, I always explain all of their different options.  There are two different paths in New York for divorces – contested divorces and uncontested divorces.  In contested divorces, court intervention is used.  In either path, mediation can be used as a tool to help encourage settlement.  Rincker Law, PLLC also does pro …

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3 Types of Alternative Dispute Resolution for Divorces

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There’s a trend now with divorcing couples seeking forms of Alternative Dispute Resolution (“ADR”).  As an attorney and mediator, I always discuss all options with potential clients during the consultation.  Here’s an overview: Mediation Mediation can take place at any stage during a divorce and is highly encouraged by the court. The goal of a mediator is to facilitate a …

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Happy Fourth Year Anniversary to this Blog (and my law practice)

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I hope my readers had a great Fourth of July.  I just got back from the Berkshires.  You can see some of my pictures on Instagram.  Back to business.. I had a great first, second, and third anniversary for this blog, but I have to say – Year 4 has been the best.  Thank you for support from my blog …

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Some Thoughts on Bull Leases

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Here are some terms to think about in your bull lease between the bull owner (the lessor) and cattlemen who will be leasing the bull (the lessee): Term: The term of the breeding season should be listed (e.g., March 1 to June 30, July 1 to September 1). Number of Bulls:  Note the number of bulls leased from the lessor …

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Listen to Me Talk Divorce & Divorce Mediation on the Russ Terry Show

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I had a great time talking divorce and divorce mediation on Monday night on the Russ Terry Show:  Live Your Best Life.  You can listen to the hour show on dealing with divorce here.  Want some quick and dirty tips instead?  Listen to Russ Terry’s debrief with 5 Tips for Dealing with Divorce here.

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Guest Appearance on the Russ Terry Show: Dealing with Divorce

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I will be making a guest appearance on the Russ Terry Show on March 25, 2013 from 9-9:30pm.  Russ is a Life Coach in the Greater New York City area and his Blog Talk Radio Show has different themes each week.  On the 25th, Russ will be getting down and dirty with the “D” word (“and I don’t mean Dallas”). …

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Contract Management for the Food or Agri-Business

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I have been working on a contract management spreadsheet for a agri-business client of mine over the last month or so.  I think this is a healthy exercise for all food and agri-businesses, no matter the size.  It’s a nice way to understand who the company has contracts with, including Non-Disclosure/ Confidentiality Agreements with (potential) customers or employees/independent contractors.  When …

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Completion of Community Mediation Apprenticeship

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As I noted in this post, I have been participating in the New York Peace Institute’s Community Mediation Apprenticeship Program.  I started my journey in December 2011 by completing the 40-Hour Basic Mediation Training.  I then started the 13 – week classroom portion of the apprenticeship in January 2012.  New York Peace Institute has strict standards for its apprenticeship program …

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Workshops Available at FamilyKind on the Upper West Side in New York City

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As my readers know, not only am I a food and agriculture lawyer but I also have a family and matrimonial law practice.  I wanted to point out a helpful organization here in New York City for you folks who may be going through a separation or divorce:  FamilyKind. It offers separate classes for adults, children and teens to better …

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Member of the NY State Council on Divorce Mediation

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I have recently become a member of the NY State Council on Divorce Mediation (“NYSCDM”).   You can find me on the list of divorce mediators for New York County (Manhattan) using this search.  Here is the complete list of divorce mediators.  It has a nice blog you can subscribe to on information about divorce mediation.  You can also follow …

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Succession Planning for the Family Farm

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A few months ago, Feedstuffs magazine published an interesting article by Rod Smith discussing the obstacles that young farmers face.  It reminded me of the importance of succession planning for the family farm. “More than a third of U.S. farmers are 65 years old or older, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture” — a statistic that many of us …

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A Few Thoughts on Matrimonial Agreements

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Matrimonial agreements are always encouraged, especially with divorces.  When people enter into an agreement as opposed to getting an order from a judge, it is more likely that they will comply with the agreement.  Any type of matrimonial agreement is a contract and can be enforced by court action just like any other civil contract.  Matrimonial agreements may discuss the …

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