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Sunnyside

Sunnyside, Queens, New York Divorce Attorney

Man - Yes Marriage can be a wonderful thing. It's an opportunity to demonstrate your commitment and love to your spouse forever - but it doesn't always go according to plan. While there are many marriages out there that do last "till death do us part", there are also partnerships that fail prematurely, either because of an issue within the relationship, or through problems that are simply impossible for spouses to control. Even with couples counseling, and dedication from both parties in a marriage, relationships can still fall apart. That's why it's so important to make sure that you have the right support nearby when problems do occur.

According to HealthResearchFunding.org, there are approximately 46,523 divorces taking place each week - or around one divorce every 13 seconds. With numbers like that, it's important to make sure that you know who you can turn to when you need help making your divorce as successful as possible. Although the right divorce attorney can't fix the issues you have with your relationship or eliminate the pain and heartache you might feel during the divorce process, they can make sure that you have the guidance you need to get through this difficult time. Whether that means getting the right assets in equal distribution or ensuring that you receive the right child custody orders, a New York divorce lawyer like Attorney Shapiro is here to help.

Finding your Sunnyside Divorce Attorney

Sunnyside is a delightful middle-class neighborhood located within the Western side of Queens, sharing borders with Long Island City, Hunters Port, Maspeth and Astoria. Although the name "Sunnyside" conjures up idyllic images of the perfect family life, it's worth noting that there are no cities out there that are invulnerable to the issues of divorce, and family law. After all, even if you never get a divorce, you may need the help of a family lawyer to assist you with everything from adoption, to name changes, and more.

According to city-data.com, approximately 62.1% of people in Sunnyside are married, compared to only 43.8% across New York - that indicates that Sunnyside is a place very committed to the concept of marriage. However, on the other hand, the percentage of married couples with children in Sunnyside is much lower than the average for New York. Sunnyside ranks in at 30.1%, compared to New York at 52.4%. No matter what your family dynamic looks like, it's safe to say that family law issues can affect everyone. Attorney Shapiro is on hand to offer almost twenty years of experience with he Queens Courts, to help you move through your family law process as quickly and painlessly as possible.

Choosing a Child Custody Attorney Close to Home

While choosing a nearby divorce lawyer or child custody attorney might not seem like the biggest decision you need to make during the divorce procedure, it can be more helpful than you'd think. Having someone local on hand to answer your questions and provide you with guidance about the court rooms that you will be visiting is a great way to reduce some of the stress involved with divorce. Attorney Shapiro is located conveniently nearby Sunnyside and Queens, which makes him an ideal choice for anyone who doesn't want to travel far for the support they need.

Additionally, when it comes to making sure that you get the divorce experience that's as convenient as possible for your needs, Attorney Shapiro offers a range of options. For instance, Attorney Shapiro doesn't just handle the divorce cases for Sunnyside residents, he can also help with everything from orders of protections in family offense cases, to child visitation and custody. As a child custody attorney with years in the field, Mr. Shapiro can offer both litigation assistance, and alternative methods of dispute resolution too, such as collaborative law and mediation in divorces. Indeed, mediation is often a popular choice for residents of Sunnyside who are looking to maintain a relationship with their former spouse for the health of the children. Mr Shapiro's position as a neutral third-party mediator can allow parties in a divorce case to maintain as much control over the details of their case as possible. In the right circumstances, he can even offer collaborative law, with the input of external professionals to help make sure that clients feel confident about their decisions.

Whether you need additional support for a child custody case in Sunnyside, or you simply want assistance answering all the questions you have about divorce, Attorney Shapiro is on hand to help from his convenient location just off the Jericho Turnpike. From his friendly and comfortable law and mediation office, Mr. Shapiro can offer clients free consultations of up to thirty minutes to help them discuss the components of their case.

Get the Support You Need in Sunnyside

Finding the support and guidance you need to handle divorce and child custody case as a resident of Sunnyside doesn't have to be as complicated as it seems. Attorney Shapiro was admitted to the New York State bar in 1999, and since he opened his own firm in 2005 he has been offering people throughout Queens and Sunnyside the support they need to overcome the various challenges that can arise during divorce and child custody cases. If you're looking for a compassionate and professional attorney to guide you through your family law case, then Mr. Shapiro isn't far away from your home at Sunnyside, and he's ready to offer you the guidance you need to tackle the Queens courts.

To find out more about your options, contact the Law and Mediation office of Attorney Shapiro at your earliest convenience. Call us at 516 333-6555 to discuss your case and arrange your free initial consultation.

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