Rochester, New York Area Divorce Lawyer
Divorce is among the biggest challenges and life changes many people ever face. It involves making major personal, family and financial decisions under great stress. Being well informed and receiving trustworthy legal guidance can be absolutely critical for your future.
If you are facing or considering divorce in western New York, you can contact the Law Offices of Alan L. Offen for the information you need to make sound decisions. Applying decades of experience, Mr. Offen provides the personal attention and strong representation you need to protect your interests and avoid regrets.
Helping You Understand and Navigate the Divorce Process
Family law in New York is complex in many respects. For example, people are sometimes surprised to learn that there is no true "no fault" divorce, and that they must cite grounds for divorce other than incompatibility or irreconcilable differences — which our courts do not recognize. This issue alone can be a source of conflict.
It is very risky to rely on preconceptions or assume a friend's divorce advice is right for you. Whatever issues may be disputed — such as child custody, equitable property distribution and spousal maintenance (also called spousal support or alimony) — your needs and your case are unique, and we will work with you accordingly.
Negotiation Whenever Possible, Aggressive Litigation When Necessary
Your New York divorce and its related issues may be resolved through several different approaches. Together, we must answer the question: Can we negotiate? In all but the most contentious cases, it is well worth the effort to reach an out-of-court settlement as efficiently and cost-effectively as possible. We will help you form a plan based on realistic expectations, and then fight hard and resourcefully to fulfill that plan.
You can depend on Mr. Offen's negotiating skill and rapport with other attorneys in making every effort to avoid a costly, drawn-out divorce. If both parties can focus on reaching agreement through discussion and compromise, you may be a candidate for collaborative divorce. When a trial is necessary, we build the best possible case for you and argue that case aggressively.
Call (866) 869-3164 to Put Serious Experience on Your Side
To arrange a consultation targeted at forming the best action plan in your divorce, please contact our law offices today.
