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Buffalo Divorce Attorneys Get Strong Results

Determined advocates when it is time to dissolve your marriage

The outcome of a divorce can have a tremendous impact on all areas of your life. It determines how your assets will be divided, how much support will be paid, and if you have children, who they will live with and how often you get to see them. With so much on the line, you need an experienced divorce attorney who knows how to protect your interests and can help you build a bright, stable future. At the Law Offices of Randy S. Margulis, that is our top priority. You can rest assured that our attorneys have the experience and skill to secure the best possible results in your case.

Assisting clients with New York’s filing requirements

New York authorized no-fault divorce in 2010. This means that if a marriage has been irretrievably broken for a period of at least six months, a divorce will be granted if issues regarding support, custody, visitation and property division have been completely resolved. If this is not possible, fault-based divorce remains for the following grounds:

  • Cruel and inhuman treatment, which can include physical, mental or verbal abuse
  • Incarceration for at least three consecutive years after marriage
  • Abandonment of the marital home for at least one year
  • Adultery, which requires evidence from a third party

Whether the divorce alleges fault or not, New York has complicated filing requirements. We ensure your documents are completed and executed correctly even in special circumstances such as military or high-net-worth divorce.

Knowledgeable counsel for contested and uncontested breakups

Whenever possible, working toward an uncontested divorce is a worthy goal, but even when disputes are not litigated, professional legal representation is crucial. Our attorneys are strong negotiators who will make sure that your vital interests and those of your children are protected and that the divorce agreement satisfies New York law. If you cannot reach consensus with your spouse, we will be determined advocates on your behalf. Even in a contested divorce, we will still try to move the process in an amicable, professional manner.

Handling custody, visitation and child support matters for parents

Breakups involving children can be highly contested and emotionally draining. We understand that nothing is more important than maintaining a strong bond with your children, which is why we tirelessly pursue fair terms when seeking legal and physical custody. If your child is not going to live with you, our attorneys will help establish an appropriately detailed visitation plan that mandates frequent, meaningful contact. When conflicts exist over child support, we investigate all relevant factors to help argue for a fair rate.

Advising on the rules of legal separation and conversion divorce

If you and your spouse cannot live together but are not ready for divorce, we can assist you with obtaining a legal separation. Like a divorce order, a separation agreement addresses issues of spousal support, child custody and visitation, and property division. However, the couple remains married legally and for the purposes of spousal health insurance coverage. If a couple remains separated for at least one year, they become eligible for what is known as a conversion divorce, which saves time and expense by converting the terms of the separation agreement into a divorce order.

Contact a dedicated Buffalo-area divorce attorney

The Law Offices of Randy S. Margulis represents Western New York clients in a full range of family matters. Call 716-886-9600 or contact us online to schedule a meeting at our Williamsville or downtown Buffalo office.

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Randy S. Margulis
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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.

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Alexandra M. Rockwood
Senior Associate

Alexandra M. Rockwood is a Senior Associate Attorney with the Law Offices of Randy S. Margulis & Associates and has been with the firm 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…

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    5.0/5.0

    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 ...

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    Randy is very firm and effective in court while empathetic to his clients. I am a domestic violence victim, and Randy made me feel safe and protected. My financial award was more than I envisioned it to be when I started my divorce. I can't thank ...

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