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What People Stress Most in Divorce
When people face divorce, there are usually two things that really worry them. The first is what to do with all the emotion — the kind that washes over you, wakes you up in the middle of the night, refuses to let you sleep. The kind that gives you panic attacks after...
Why Mediation Actually Works
A lot of people wonder if mediation could really work for them. You might think, “We can just talk it out ourselves,” but sometimes, those conversations just lead you back to the same frustrating place. I’m Katherine Miller, and I’ve been a divorce attorney and...
Pets Are Property in Divorce
Legally speaking, pets are considered objects — a sofa, a bracelet, a dog — all the same under the law. The first thing my ex-husband said when we decided to divorce was, “You’re taking the dog.” I was actually really happy about that. Later, he told me he felt guilty...
It’s Hard Facing Divorce Alone
Navigating divorce can be really confusing, really complicated — and it can be incredibly tough to do on your own. I’m Katherine Miller, and I’ve been a divorce attorney in New York City, New York State, and Connecticut for about 35 years. I was thinking about this...
Work Better with Your Divorce Attorney
How can you help your divorce attorney get the best possible result for you? And how can you get the most value out of the attorney-client relationship? That’s a great question. I’m Katherine Miller, and I’ve been a divorce attorney in New York City, New York State,...
Breaking Through Divorce Barriers
Sometimes, things just seem impossible.And when you're going through a divorce, that feeling can come up a lot. I’m Katherine Miller.I’ve been a divorce attorney in New York City, New York State, and Connecticut for over 30 years. In divorce negotiations, we sometimes...
Can You Afford To Get Divorced?
How much is your divorce going to cost you in legal fees? I'm Katherine Miller, founder of the Miller Law Group. I’ve been a divorce attorney in New York City, New York State, and Connecticut for over 30 years. People ask me all the time: "How much is it going to...
Are You Arguing with Your Divorce Attorney?
Are you arguing with your divorce attorney? It happens more often than you might think. People call this office all the time, wondering why they’re in constant disagreement with their own divorce attorney. I’m Katherine Miller, and I’ve been a divorce attorney in New...
Why Conflict Hits Hard
Conflict is hard. One of the main reasons it feels so difficult is that we often get stuck at the level of positions—what I want versus what you want. I’m attached to my position, and you’re attached to yours. Over the years, I’ve learned that turning conflict into...
Check Your Assumptions At The Door
If you're going through a divorce, I have one key piece of negotiation advice for you: check your assumptions at the door. I'm Katherine Miller, and I've been a divorce attorney and mediator in New York City, New York State, and Connecticut for over 30 years. And yes,...
Are Prenups Enforceable in New York?
Are Prenups Enforceable in New York? Absolutely! In fact, many out-of-state couples come to New York to get married just so they can have a New York prenup. That’s because a New York prenuptial agreement is stronger and more enforceable than in most other states. But...
How to Get Divorced in New York
What does it take to get divorced in New York? Well, it's not that complicated. First, you have to be married—legitimately married. It doesn't matter if you were married in New York, California, or even London. As long as the marriage is valid, you can get divorced....