Long Island Family Lawyer

Family Law Attorney Serving Long Island, NY

Long Island families in Nassau and Suffolk Counties facing divorce, custody, or support issues need an attorney who understands both the legal framework and the practical realities of family law on Long Island. Property values, school districts, and community ties all factor into custody and support decisions that affect your family's future.

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

Our Financial District office is accessible from Long Island via the LIRR to Penn Station, a short connection to our Financial District office. Schedule a free consultation to discuss your family law needs.

Family Law Services for Long Island Clients

Divorce and Separation

Long Island divorces frequently involve the family home, retirement accounts, business interests, and custody arrangements that must account for school districts and community stability. 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

Long Island custody arrangements frequently prioritize school district stability, as Nassau and Suffolk Counties have highly regarded school systems that parents want to maintain for their children. 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

Long Island child support calculations must account for the higher cost of living in Nassau and Suffolk Counties, including housing, childcare, and extracurricular activities. 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

Long Island maintenance cases must account for the suburban cost of living, including housing, transportation, and household expenses in Nassau and Suffolk Counties. 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

Long Island equitable distribution frequently involves the family home, retirement assets, investment accounts, and in many cases, professional practice or business valuations. 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

Long Island couples with real property, business interests, or inheritance expectations use prenuptial agreements to protect these assets and define financial expectations before 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 Long Island Families Should Know About Family Law

Long Island family law cases are handled in Nassau County or Suffolk County Supreme Court and the respective Family Courts. The suburban nature of Long Island and the importance of school districts make custody and relocation issues particularly significant in Long Island cases.

Long Island divorces frequently center on the family home, which is often the largest marital asset. Decisions about whether to sell, buy out, or defer sale until children reach a certain age require careful analysis of both parties' financial positions and the children's needs.

Long Island parents considering relocation after divorce should be aware that New York law requires court approval to move a child a significant distance from the other parent. The court evaluates the reason for the move, the impact on the child's relationship with the non-moving parent, and the overall effect on the child's wellbeing.

Why Long Island Clients Choose Agarunov Law Firm

Agarunov Law Firm provides family law services for Long Island 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 Long Island via LIRR to Penn Station, a short connection to our Financial District office
• 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.