Episodes
Should you keep a diary during your custody and visitation case (and even after)? Here are some reasons why it’s important to document almost anything when it comes to your relationship to your children. If you have any questions, please feel free to send them to [email protected]. Free confidential divorce consultations: https://drvetranolaw.com Connect With Me … Continue reading Why You Should Document Everything in a Custody Case – Episode 24 →
Published 12/17/20
Do cheaters get less in a divorce?  The short answer is, no they don’t.  There’s a few reasons why that I dive into for Episode 23. If you have any questions, please feel free to send them to [email protected]. Free confidential divorce consultations: https://drvetranolaw.com Connect With Me TikTokFacebookInstagram
Published 12/10/20
How do we find hidden money from a cash business to determine alimony? This episode comes from a popular video on my new TikTok profile so check that out.  A few thousand of you are already following me there so THANK YOU! Tax returns aren’t always the best way to figure out how much spousal … Continue reading Cash Businesses, How do you prove income for alimony? – Episode 22 →
Published 11/25/20
This topic gained a lot of attention on my new TikTok profile (make sure to follow). After a divorce, how do you deal with a narcissist ex when it comes to raising your kids? There are a few methods I recommend and you’ll hear about them in Episode 21. Send in your questions: [email protected] Confidential divorce … Continue reading How Do You Co-Parent with a Narcissist? – Episode 21 →
Published 11/19/20
The topic of prenups comes up all the time.  Should you get one? Why or why not?  In this episode, we dive into the pros and cons of signing a prenuptial agreement. Send in your questions: [email protected] Confidential divorce consultations: https://drvetranolaw.com
Published 11/12/20
How much will I have to pay in spousal support (alimony) and how long will I need to pay it? It’s always a concern for clients as to how much they’re going to shell out for alimony and also how long they’re going to have to pay their ex spouse.  In Episode 19, we dive … Continue reading How Much Alimony Will I Owe and How Long Do I Need to Pay? – Episode 19 →
Published 11/05/20
Empty nest divorce is something on the rise in the US.  Couples have grown kids, amassed some wealth, homes, cars, investments, etc.  What happens to all that stuff if you get divorce later in life? If you need a consultation or just want to speak to a lawyer about your options in New York State, … Continue reading Empty Nest Divorce. What happens to all your assets? – Episode 18 →
Published 10/29/20
What happens if you go to pick your kids up from school or daycare and the school says your kids were picked up already?  Then you find out your spouse picked the kids up, took them away and says they want a divorce? This situation has happened, and happens way more often than you might … Continue reading My Spouse Took the Kids. What do I do? – Episode 17 →
Published 10/22/20
One of the unfortunate fallouts from divorce can be the potential of losing a relationship with your kids.  In this episode, you’ll learn some ways to help restore that relationship. If you find yourself in the situation like we talk about in this episode, or need legal advice regarding divorce or family law, please visit … Continue reading Restoring Your Relationship with Your Kids – Episode 16 →
Published 10/15/20
Domestic abuse doesn’t always start with physical abuse.  In this episode, you’re going to hear about 7 signs of being in a domestically violent relationship. If you find yourself in a situation like I talk about in this episode, please contact the proper authorities.  And if you should need legal guidance regarding domestic abuse or … Continue reading How Could I Be So Blind? 7 Signs of Domestic Violence – Episode 15 →
Published 10/08/20
Parenting during and after a divorce can be very challenging and it’s something I see very frequently.  In this episode, I’ll dive into 6 Dos and Don’ts of Co-Parenting. If you’d like your question answered on the show, please send them to [email protected]. And if you’re ever in need of top divorce or family law … Continue reading 6 Dos and Don’ts of Co-Parenting – Episode 14 →
Published 10/01/20
It might sound crazy, but in being a divorce lawyer for 2 decades, I’ve learned a lot about why marriages fall apart.  So it only makes sense that I share my advice for a healthy marriage.  Here are 10 pieces of advice I can give to any married couple or people that are soon to … Continue reading Marriage Advice from a Divorce Lawyer – Episode 13 →
Published 09/24/20
I thought we were happy.  What happened? What leads to a marriage completely falling apart?  In this episode, I’ll share what happened with a client many years ago, and what I believe to be the reason why some marriages just seem to fall apart with no direct cause or reason. If you’d like to have … Continue reading I Thought We Were Happy. What Happened? – Episode 12 →
Published 09/17/20
This definitely comes as one of our juicier topics, but it comes up all the time. How do you know your spouse is cheating, and what steps can you take when you find out? In this episode you’ll get some obvious signs and some not-so-obvious signs that your partner might be having an affair.  Then, … Continue reading How Do You Know Your Spouse is Cheating (and what to do next) – Episode 11 →
Published 09/10/20
This week we tackle the really difficult question of: How to tell your spouse you want a divorce. While there’s no perfect way to do this, I’m going to share some tips on how to do it in this episode.  These tips come from more than 2 decades of handling divorce cases and working with … Continue reading How To Tell Your Spouse You Want a Divorce – Episode 10 →
Published 09/03/20
It is okay to date during your divorce?  That’s the question we tackle this week. To answer this, we’re going to look at both the legal and practical sides of the question, as well as the implications of dating during a divorce. If you’d like a divorce or family law question answered on the show, … Continue reading Dating During a Divorce, Is It Okay? – Episode 9 →
Published 08/27/20
In this week’s episode, I dive more into mediation with answers to some questions we received. Can I change my divorce mediation agreement after it’s settled? Can my spouse exclude child support from my mediation agreement? Can I request that our attorneys do not come to the mediation agreement? Remember if you have any questions … Continue reading Divorce Mediation Questions Answered – Episode 8 →
Published 08/20/20
In this week’s episode we dive into 4 options for pursuing a divorce.  This topic came from the question; I don’t want a knock-down, dragged out case.  What are my options? Here are the 4 options I’ll cover, along with the pros and cons of each. Do-it-yourself Divorce Divorce Mediation Collaborative Divorce Litigated Divorce Remember, if … Continue reading 4 Options for Going Through a Divorce – Episode 7 →
Published 08/13/20
What can happen if you choose the wrong divorce lawyer for your case?  That’s the general theme we dive into for Episode 6.  Each answer showcases the downside to hiring the wrong lawyer. What is a general practice lawyer? We’ve been separated for 10 years. Is my spouse entitled to anything that I own? My … Continue reading The Cost of Hiring the Wrong Divorce Lawyer – Episode 6 →
Published 08/06/20
This episode is all about finding the right divorce lawyer and most importantly, finding the right lawyer for YOU.  I’ve put together 7 tips to finding the right lawyer in this episode. Choose a lawyer that focuses solely on divorce Find a lawyer in close proximity (30-45 minutes) How does their website look? Read the … Continue reading Finding the Right Divorce Lawyer For You – Episode 5 →
Published 07/30/20
We’re moving along with topics surrounding the beginning of the divorce process which can be a challenge for many. In this episode, we’ll tackle the questions of: Can my spouse refuse my divorce in New York? I’m about to get divorced.  Where do I start? If you’d like to hear your question answered as part … Continue reading Episode 4 – Can my spouse refuse my divorce? →
Published 07/23/20
Making the decision to move forward with a divorce is a huge step and one that many people need help arriving at one way or the other. In this episode, we’ll tackle the question of: When is it time to end my marriage? You’ll hear some tips that will help you either move forward with … Continue reading Episode 3 – When is it time to end my marriage? →
Published 07/16/20
In this week’s episode, we tackle some obscure questions from past clients and on the web. Remember, you can submit your questions anonymously at [email protected]. This week’s questions are:  My spouse left the country. Can I still divorce them in New York?  If I purchase a piece of property during my divorce, does my spouse … Continue reading Episode 2 – My Spouse Fled The Country →
Published 07/09/20
Welcome to the new and improved podcast! This is the show for real people who want real divorce answers from a real divorce attorney. Each week we’ll tackle a new set of questions from listeners surrounding a particular area of divorce. You can submit your questions anonymously at [email protected]. This week is all about having … Continue reading Episode 1 – Grounds for Divorce and Adultery →
Published 07/02/20
In this episode of the Behind the Law Podcast, Attorney Dennis R. Vetrano, Jr. discusses the importance of focusing on the things you have control over in the divorce process that can impact how long the divorce takes. In the divorce process, there are many things that can delay your case that you and your divorce attorney … Continue reading Focusing on Things You Can Control in the Divorce Process – May 29, 2020 →
Published 05/29/20