Bronx Family Lawyer

Family Law Attorney Serving Bronx, NY

Bronx families facing divorce, custody disputes, or other family law matters need an attorney who provides straightforward counsel and strong advocacy. These cases affect your finances, your living situation, your relationship with your children, and your future. An experienced family lawyer protects your interests while working toward a resolution that serves your family.

Agarunov Law Firm provides family law services for Bronx clients. We handle divorce and separation, child custody and visitation, child support, spousal maintenance, equitable distribution of assets, and prenuptial agreements.

Our Financial District office is accessible from the Bronx via the 2, 4, 5, 6, B, or D trains. Schedule a free consultation to discuss your family law needs.

Family Law Services for Bronx Clients

Divorce and Separation

Bronx divorces involve the division of marital assets and debts, determinations about the marital residence, and in many cases, negotiation of support obligations that reflect each spouse's financial circumstances. We represent clients in contested and uncontested divorces, handling equitable distribution of marital property, support negotiations, and settlement agreements. When litigation is necessary, we advocate aggressively in court. When settlement is possible, we negotiate efficiently to minimize cost and conflict.

Child Custody and Visitation

Bronx custody arrangements consider each parent's ability to provide a stable home environment, proximity to schools, work schedules, and the child's existing relationships and routines. We represent parents in custody negotiations and proceedings, working to establish arrangements that serve the child's best interests while protecting your parental rights. We handle both initial custody determinations and modifications of existing orders.

Child Support

Bronx parents need fair support calculations that reflect actual income and the costs of raising children in the borough. New York calculates child support using a statutory formula based on parental income, with adjustments for healthcare, childcare, and educational expenses. We ensure that support calculations are accurate, that all income sources are properly disclosed, and that the final order reflects the statutory requirements. We also handle modifications when circumstances change.

Spousal Maintenance

Bronx maintenance cases require a careful analysis of each spouse's financial circumstances and ability to become self-supporting. Spousal maintenance in New York considers factors including the length of the marriage, each spouse's income and earning capacity, age, health, and contributions to the marriage. We negotiate maintenance terms that are fair and sustainable, whether you are the paying or receiving spouse.

Equitable Distribution

Bronx equitable distribution involves identifying and valuing all marital assets, which may include the family home, vehicles, retirement accounts, and any business interests. New York is an equitable distribution state, meaning marital property is divided fairly but not necessarily equally. This includes real property, retirement accounts, business interests, investment accounts, and other assets acquired during the marriage. We work to identify all marital assets, obtain accurate valuations, and negotiate a distribution that protects your financial interests.

Prenuptial and Postnuptial Agreements

Bronx couples planning for marriage can use prenuptial agreements to protect separate property, define financial responsibilities, and establish clear expectations for the marriage. We draft agreements that are thorough, transparent, and designed to be enforceable under New York law. Both parties should have independent legal counsel, and full financial disclosure is required.

What Bronx Families Should Know About Family Law

Bronx family law cases are handled in Bronx County Supreme Court and Bronx Family Court. The Bronx courts handle a high volume of family law matters, and cases can move slowly. Being prepared with complete financial disclosure and organized documentation helps your case proceed as efficiently as possible.

Bronx divorce cases frequently involve disputes over the marital residence, particularly when one spouse wants to remain in the home. The court considers factors including who has primary custody of the children, each spouse's financial ability to maintain the home, and whether the property can be refinanced.

Bronx parents seeking custody modifications should understand that New York law requires a showing of changed circumstances since the original order. A modification is not guaranteed simply because time has passed. Our firm evaluates whether your situation supports a modification before filing.

Why Bronx Clients Choose Agarunov Law Firm

Agarunov Law Firm provides family law services for Bronx clients facing divorce, custody, support, and prenuptial matters.

• Experienced in both contested and uncontested divorce proceedings
• Strong advocacy for custody and support arrangements that protect your interests
• Prenuptial and postnuptial agreement drafting and negotiation
• Accessible from Bronx via 2, 4, 5, 6, B, or D trains
• Licensed in both New York and New Jersey

How Our Family Law Process Works

• Step 1: Consultation. We discuss your situation, your goals, and the legal options available to you. This consultation is free.
• Step 2: Strategy. We develop a legal strategy based on your priorities, whether that is pursuing settlement, preparing for litigation, or a combination of both.
• Step 3: Filing and Negotiation. We file the necessary papers, engage in discovery and disclosure, and negotiate with the other side to resolve as many issues as possible.
• Step 4: Resolution. We finalize the agreement through settlement or, if necessary, present your case at trial. Our goal is to achieve the best possible outcome efficiently.