March 5, 2025
Creating a parenting schedule is one of the most crucial aspects of divorce mediation, ensuring both parents remain actively involved in their child’s life. A well-structured schedule provides stability, reduces conflict, and fosters healthy co-parenting. At Bates ...
March 4, 2025
Divorce is challenging, especially when children are involved. One of the most important aspects of mediation in Rochester is developing a parenting plan that prioritizes your child’s well-being while meeting both parents’ needs.
At Bates Family Law, we guide ...
March 4, 2025
Divorce is a significant life transition, and choosing mediation in Rochester can make the process more efficient, affordable, and less stressful. At Bates Family Law, we help couples navigate New York divorce laws, ensuring informed and fair agreements.
If you’re ...
September 26, 2023
Divorce is a deeply personal and emotional experience, often marked by feelings of anger, sadness, and confusion. Amidst this turmoil, divorce mediation through Bates Family Law stands as a beacon of hope, providing a space where empathy and understanding play a ...
September 21, 2023
Question 1: What is divorce mediation?
This is the most frequently asked question about divorce mediation. Divorce mediation is a collaborative approach to divorce where a neutral third party, the mediator, assists the couple in reaching mutually acceptable ...
September 20, 2023
Divorce can be a challenging and emotionally charged process, but divorce mediation with Bates Family Law offers a more amicable and cost-effective alternative to the adversarial nature of traditional litigation. New York, like many other states, provides ...
July 18, 2023
Divorce can be an emotionally and financially draining experience, especially when a business is involved. As a business owner in the Rochester area, you have poured your blood, sweat, and tears into building your company, and now you face the challenging task of ...
June 9, 2023
Divorce is never an easy process, but for an uncontested divorce in the Rochester area, Bates Family Law can provide you a relatively smooth and amicable resolution. While some individuals may consider handling an uncontested divorce on their own to save money, ...
May 30, 2023
Divorce is never easy, but it doesn’t have to be a long, stressful, or expensive battle. For couples in Rochester area, an uncontested divorce offers a peaceful and cost-effective way to dissolve a marriage with mutual respect and cooperation.
Why Choose an ...
May 22, 2023
Divorce is a challenging and emotionally charged process that can leave couples feeling overwhelmed and uncertain about their future. However, there is a powerful alternative to traditional divorce proceedings: divorce mediation. This collaborative and structured approach empowers couples to actively participate in the decision-making process, find mutually beneficial solutions, and preserve their relationships even in the face of dissolution. Below are a few of the compelling reasons why couples should choose divorce mediation as their preferred method of navigating this life transition.
November 29, 2022
A Note of Issue is a legal document that, when filed with the court, informs the court that the case is ready for the next step. In an uncontested divorce, the Note of Issue informs the court that either through default or settlement the matter can now proceed to ...
June 7, 2022
In New York State, all marital property is subject to the state’s Equitable Distribution Law. This includes, but is not limited to, assets such as real property, personal property, checking/savings accounts, and of course retirement accounts. Traditional/Roth IRAs, 401(k)s, 403(b)s, and 457(b)s are the types that most often come to mind and frequently are the simplest to deal with. Another type of retirement account that is waning in popularity and sometimes overlooked, but potentially holds the greatest value, is a pension.
