How courts divide the house, retirement accounts, businesses, debts, and everything you own.
New York treats gifts from third parties as separate property under DRL § 236, but interspousal gifts are marital property. Learn the rules for 2026.
New York courts divide vehicles using equitable distribution under DRL § 236. Filing fee: $335. Learn how judges determine who keeps the car in your divorce.
New York uses equitable distribution to divide marital property fairly, not equally. Learn DRL § 236 factors, filing fees ($335), and asset division rules.
New York courts decide pet custody using a 'best interest of the animal' standard under DRL § 236(B)(5)(d)(15). Learn factors, costs, and how to protect your pet.
New York divides bank accounts through equitable distribution under DRL § 236. Filing fee: $335. Learn how courts classify joint vs. separate accounts.