New York State Divorce Rules
New York State Divorce Rules
New York State Divorce Rules outline the procedures and requirements for obtaining a divorce in the state. Residency requirements include one spouse having lived in New York for at least one year, with exceptions for same-sex couples and military service. Grounds for divorce include irreconcilable differences, separation, adultery, imprisonment, cruel treatment, and abandonment. The divorce process includes filing and serving divorce papers, response and counterclaims, discovery and negotiation, court proceedings, and the judgment of divorce. Divorce laws include the New York Domestic Relations Law and the New York Family Court Act. Property division includes equitable distribution of marital property, separate property, and spousal support. Child custody and support are determined by the best interests of the child, and support can be temporary, permanent, or rehabilitation. Divorce forms include summons, complaint, verification, affidavit, settlement agreement, and child support and custody documents. The process can take several months to years.