By Randy S. Margulis | Published December 20, 2025 | Posted in Family Mediation | Tagged Tags: child custody, Divorce, family law | Comments Off on Family Law Matters That Can Be Readily Resolved by Mediation
Family Law Matters That Can Be Readily Resolved by Mediation
Mediation offers significant advantages in family law cases, providing a confidential, cost-effective and less adversarial alternative to traditional litigation. By encouraging cooperation, mediation empowers parties to create personalized solutions that foster lasting agreements and reduce emotional strain—especially important when children are involved. Working with a neutral mediator helps families address deeply personal concerns in a Read More
Read MoreModifying a New York Child Support Order
This past May, supermodel Linda Evangelista and French billionaire Francois-Henri Pinault finally agreed on a figure for his support of their six-year-old son. Although the precise amount was undisclosed by the Manhattan court, sources indicate that Evangelista had originally sought $46,000 per month and left the court that day with a smile on her face. Read More
Read MoreThe Custody Rights of New York Grandparents
The 2010 U.S. Census indicated that 4.9 million children under the age of 18 in this country are living in grandparent-headed households. Even for the majority of children who live with their parents, studies show that more grandparents than ever are providing day care to a grandchild on a regular basis and/or are assisting with Read More
Read MoreHow to Talk to Your Kids About Divorce
Divorce can be harder on your children than it is on you. Marital difficulties disrupt all relationships, and a failure to recognize your children’s feelings may set a negative pattern that they will carry with them for the rest of their lives. Talking to children about divorce is not easy, but the following suggestions may Read More
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As a Buffalo divorce lawyer for 28 years, I have devoted myself to solving the problems that affect families throughout the Buffalo metropolitan area and Western New York. As a family law attorney, I make it my goal to create a partnership of trust with my clients. People put their trust in me to handle cases that can potentially have a long-lasting impact on not only their lives, but the lives of their family as well.
Alexandra M. Rockwood has been with the Law Offices of Randy S. Margulis & Associates since early 2020. She primarily practices in the areas of matrimonial and family law, including divorce, child custody, and child support. Alexandra is a practicing matrimonial and family law attorney as well as a trained social worker. This combination of…
Ashleigh E. Lymburner is an Associate Attorney with the Law Offices of Randy S. Margulis & Associates, PLLC, and has been with the firm since August 2024. She primarily practices in the areas of matrimonial and family law, including divorce, child custody, and child support. Her experience includes serving a Judicial Externship under Judge Sharon…
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Divorce is always an unpleasant event and my case was no exception, yet the guidance, professionalism and ethical strategy that Randy Margulis provided was essential in finding the best solutions for my children, my ex-wife and myself. As the proces...
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Divorce is always an unpleasant event and my case was no exception, yet the guidance, professionalism and ethical strategy that Randy Margulis provided was essential in finding the best solutions for my children, my ex-wife and myself. As the proces...
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Randy Margulis is knowledgable of Domestic Law, dedicated, responsive, personable, aggressive and effective. I came to him on a friend's recommendation as well as Randy's reputation, and during the initial consultation I liked his approach and track ...
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Found Mr. Margulis to be a very organized and professional individual to work with. He is well-respected by his peers and is spoken of highly, I believe this helped with my divorce and made things go smoothly. I would highly recommend his services ...
