New York Divorce Lawyer Blog
Custody agreements involving supervised parenting time and reunification therapy can create a carefully structured path toward rebuilding a parent’s relationship with a child. But what happens when a parent stops participating in that process and later asks the court to discard the agreement entirely? A recent New York ruling addresses that question, examining whether a reunification therapist was improperly given control over parenting time and whether a parent’s dissatisfaction with the progress of reunification justified sole custody and unsupervised access. The decision demonstrates that New York courts will closely examine both the terms of a negotiated custody agreement and the parties’ compliance with it before considering a significant change in custody. If you are involved in a dispute over custody, supervised parenting time, or reunification therapy, speaking with an experienced New York divorce attorney can help you understand your rights and the legal options available to you.
New York Court Discusses Custody Agreements
Receiving an inheritance during a marriage does not necessarily mean that the money will remain yours alone if you later divorce. Although New York generally classifies inherited property as separate property, the way a spouse handles those assets can transform them into marital property that must be divided with the other spouse. A recent New York