New York Family Law Blog

Published on: March 19, 2012

Pam Shriver files for divorce from George Lazenby

by Stephen Bilkis

Pam Shriver of tennis fame and George Lazenby of James Bond fame have called it a day. Pam filed for divorce in LA and the action will most likely end a six year marriage which produced three children.

Shriver who is now 46, wants custody of the children, with supervised visits for her ex husband. The issue of child support will certainly come up during the proceedings. In Nassau County it is of great importance to have a New York Custody Lawyer representing you in these matters.

If any person is involved in a divorce in Nassau it is essential to have a qualified lawyer to represent you. Visitation, joint custody and full custody could be involved. A competent, well informed attorney gives you the best opportunity of reaching a reasonable solution to your problems. An order of protection is not needed if the children have not been abused.

Published on: March 18, 2012

Neil Diamond Divorced

by Stephen Bilkis

The crooner married Marcia Murphey, who was working as a television production assistant, in 1969. He soon released his first gold record, Touching You, Touching Me and was on his way to stardom.

By the late ’70s, Diamond was one of the most successful singer-songwriters in showbiz, he grossed upward of $12 million annually. After 25 years of marriage, Murphey filed for divorce in 1994, citing irreconcilable differences.

In the event you or any other person decide to separate from your partner it is very important to have a to represent you. Custody and visitation rights could be involved. A coNew York Custody Lawyer mpetent New York Family Lawyer will afford you the best chance of reaching an acceptable answer to your problems. an order of protection is only needed If there child abuse or neglect are issues.

Published on: March 17, 2012

Megan Fox Says “I do”, finally

by Stephen Bilkis

It has been confirmed that Megan Fox and actor Brian Austin Green have finally tied the knot. Fox and Green were known for their on again, off again relationship that led to two engagements. The couple met on the set of “Hope & Faith” in 2004. Even though there is a 12 year age difference between the two Fox feels that dating someone in their 20’s is a waste of time. She feels that she connects with someone older whom she can have conversations with. The couples instability shows that a prenuptial agreement may be an option that they need to explore.

A New York Custody Lawyer points out that due to the amount of assets each of the stars have it would be best if a prenuptial agreement was taken into consideration. One never knows what the outcome of a marriage may be therefore, its best to take the necessary precautions beforehand.

If you have a family law issue, speak to Stephen Bilkis and Associates for advice and a free consultation today.

Published on: March 16, 2012

Robin Williams Set to Divorce

by Stephen Bilkis

Comic actor Robin Williams and his wife of nearly 19 years are splitting up.

Marsha Garces Williams has filed for divorce in a San Francisco court. She cited irreconcilable differences.

Marsha married Robin after his divorce from his first wife, Valerie. Marsha was their nanny and looked after the couple’s son, Zachary.

Published on: March 15, 2012

Actor Hired Attorney in $1Million Suit to Win His Own Dog Back

by Stephen Bilkis

Sidney, two-year-old part golden retriever and part chow, was the center of attention in Manhattan Supreme Court. It was a short trip from the North Shore Animal League in Port Washington, L.I. where Levine found and adopted him.

Sidney’s owner, Daniel Levine, is an actor who had to go on national tour of the Broadway show, “Chicago.” He was thrilled when his neighbor, Michaela Hewett, volunteered to care for Sidney while he was on the road.

Levine’s New York Custody Lawyer, said: “There has never been any question about who owned the dog. If he didn’t have to go on tour, he would have taken Sidney with him.”

Published on: March 14, 2012

Elgin Man Charged With DWI, Weapons and Arson

by Stephen Bilkis

A New York Custody Lawyer says an Elgin man is facing a slew of charges after he tried to set fire to his apartment while his child was inside. The man was also found to be drunk and charged with an aggravated DWI after he was released on bond from the arson charge. The man was trying to get in to the apartment of his girlfriend, who is also the mother to their six children, and she would not let him inside. He hung around the complex for several hours and harassed other tenants.

The man stayed in the parking lot where he fell asleep in his vehicle. While he was asleep, the police showed up and noticed a butcher knife on the passenger seat. They awoke him and he instantly became belligerent towards them. He threatened that he was out to get the girl, and the police assume the reference was the girlfriend.

The man had two other charges dropped, armed violence and harassing a witness. He is still in jail, facing charges from the first and the second arrest. No bond was set since the other crimes were committed while he was out on bail for the arson. He is also facing a civil lawsuit by the insurance company. He is responsible for the damages caused by the fire he set and the legal fees to go to court over it.

Published on: March 13, 2012

What Happened to Joan Kennedy After Ted and Joan Divorced-A NY Family Attorney Will Help You Recover.

by Stephen Bilkis

Joan Kennedy was married to Senator Ted Kennedy who was the last living brother of the the Kennedy clan. Joan and Ted were married in 1958 but the marriage went south and ended in divorced in 1982. She had several well publicized bouts with addictions but has come out it well. She has been working hard in many charity areas for many years.

If you or friends or relatives are mixed up in divorce or separation proceedings, it is a necessity to obtain the advice of a New York Custody Lawyer. Issues like custody and visitation will be in contention and a well informed and experienced attorney will give you a very good likelihood of reaching a fair and reasonable answer to your family troubles. If there are children involved and there are complaints of child abuse and neglect, an order of protection may be issued by the court.

The firm of Stephen Bilkis & Associates with convenient locations thorughout the Metropolitan Area, can be of invaluable assistance to you if you find yourself a party to a case. Facing the Court without professional representation could lead to disastrous results.

Published on: March 12, 2012

Large group protests at the Capitol against immigration bills

by Stephen Bilkis

People from many areas in the state gathered on the Capitol on Tuesday to speak out about several immigration-related bills. Leaders from the Reform Immigration for Texas Alliance estimated there were 3,000 people of all ages marching on the streets to the Capitol. Hundreds of these folks stayed for a rally in hopes of visiting with legislators on the subject.

One group, according to a New York Family Lawyer, was there to talk the legislature into rejecting nearly 60 immigration bills that he said are anti-immigrant, anti-family and anti-law enforcement.

The group specifically opposes a bill that would lead to a law in Texas that allows police to question anyone who they think might be in this country illegally.

Published on: March 11, 2012

Chris Kattan Files for Separation from Wife

by Stephen Bilkis

It’s been reported that Chris Kattan of SNL is separating from his wife, Sunshine Tutt who is model.

The couple were only married for six months. They met a couple of years ago at a party and dated after that.

The moment you decide to file for separation on the road to a divorce, it is essential to have a New York Family Lawyer to represent you. Custody and visitation issues could become involved. A qualified lawyer will fight on your behalf to reach an understanding which will be palatable for you in a tough time. it is not important to worry about a protection order If child abuse and neglect are not issues.

Published on: March 6, 2012

Court Rules on Order for Protection

by Stephen Bilkis

A woman prayed for and obtained two order of protection against her ex-husband: one from the Monroe County Family Court and the other from the Rochester City Court on December 11, 1996 and February 9, 1996. The orders of protection were served on the ex-husband ordering him to refrain from making any contact whatsoever with his ex-wife.

On Christmas Day, just 14 days after the second Order of Protection was served and entered, the ex-wife received 11 phone calls at her apartment. The caller hung up and never said a word. The police traced five of those phone calls and found that they had originated from the apartment of the woman’s ex-husband.

A New York Criminal Lawyer said the woman went before the Family Court and commenced an action for contempt against her ex-husband because of those five phone calls. The Family Court found the ex-husband guilty of contempt and sentenced him to six months’ imprisonment.