NYC Family Lawyer

Family Law Services in New York City

Family law matters are among the most consequential legal decisions you will ever make. Whether you are entering a marriage and want to protect assets you have built, navigating a divorce and the division of a shared life, or establishing custody and support arrangements for your children, the legal decisions made during these transitions have lasting financial and personal consequences. These matters require an attorney who understands both the legal framework and the human stakes involved.

At Agarunov Law Firm, P.C., we represent individuals in family law matters throughout New York City and New Jersey. Our approach is practical and results-oriented — we work to achieve outcomes that protect your financial interests, safeguard your parental rights, and provide a stable foundation for moving forward. Where possible, we pursue negotiated resolutions that avoid the cost and emotional toll of litigation, while remaining fully prepared to advocate aggressively in court when settlement is not achievable.

Our Family Law Services

Prenuptial & Postnuptial Agreements

A well-drafted prenuptial or postnuptial agreement is the most effective way to protect assets, define financial expectations, and prevent costly disputes if a marriage ends. These agreements are especially important for business owners, professionals with significant earning potential, individuals with family wealth or inheritance, and anyone entering a second marriage. We draft, review, and negotiate agreements that are enforceable under New York and New Jersey law.

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Prenuptial & Postnuptial Agreements

Asset protection, business interest protection, inheritance planning, and financial expectation agreements.

Divorce & Separation

Divorce involves the legal dissolution of a marriage and the resolution of all related issues: property division, spousal support, debt allocation, and — if children are involved — custody and child support. New York is an equitable distribution state, meaning marital property is divided fairly, not necessarily equally. We represent clients in both contested and uncontested divorces, as well as legal separations, guiding you through the process with a focus on protecting your financial future.

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Divorce & Separation

Contested and uncontested divorce, property division, spousal support, and legal separation.

Child Custody & Support

Custody and support determinations directly affect the daily lives of your children and your financial obligations for years to come. New York courts make custody decisions based on the best interests of the child, considering factors including each parent's ability to provide a stable home, the child's existing relationships and routines, and each parent's willingness to foster the child's relationship with the other parent. We advocate for custody and support arrangements that protect both your children's wellbeing and your parental rights.

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Child Custody & Support

Legal and physical custody, parenting plans, child support calculations, and modification of existing orders.

Who We Represent

• Business Owners & Professionals: Protecting business interests, professional practices, and high-earning capacity through prenuptial agreements and equitable distribution
• High-Net-Worth Individuals: Complex asset division involving real estate portfolios, investment accounts, retirement assets, and business valuations
• Parents: Mothers and fathers seeking custody, visitation, and support arrangements that serve their children's best interests
• Individuals Planning Marriage: Couples seeking prenuptial agreements that provide clarity and protection before the wedding
• Healthcare Professionals: Physicians and healthcare providers with professional practices and complex compensation structures requiring specialized attention in divorce

Serving New York and New Jersey

Agarunov Law Firm is licensed to practice in both New York and New Jersey. Family law differs significantly between states — New York is an equitable distribution state with specific grounds for divorce, while New Jersey follows its own equitable distribution framework with different alimony and custody standards. Our dual-state licensing allows us to represent clients in either jurisdiction and advise on the implications when spouses reside in different states or own property across state lines.