Contested vs Uncontested Divorce: What Is the Difference? - Ryan Besinque

From The Law Office of Ryan Besinque – Contested vs Uncontested Divorce: What Is the Difference? offers a clear and comprehensive look at the two primary legal paths couples can take when ending a marriage in New York. This episode explores the critical distinctions between contested and uncontested divorce, breaking down how time, cost, and legal procedures vary depending on the couple’s ability to agree on key issues like asset division, custody, and spousal support.

Manhattan divorce attorney Ryan Besinque walks listeners through what happens when divorcing spouses disagree on matters like parenting schedules, financial support, or property distribution. You'll learn how initially uncontested divorces can become contested, what issues commonly trigger legal disputes, and why court intervention is sometimes unavoidable. With deep experience at the New York County Supreme Court on Centre Street, Ryan shares how litigation unfolds when couples cannot resolve their differences through negotiation or mediation.

The episode also outlines what New York courts require before granting a divorce—addressing core concerns such as child custody and visitation, division of assets and debts, child support calculations, and potential spousal maintenance. Ryan explains how New York’s matrimonial rules and timelines influence the duration and complexity of each case, emphasizing how legal procedures like discovery, motions, and trial preparation can drive up the costs of a contested divorce.

Whether you're in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, or beyond, this podcast provides essential legal insights for anyone considering divorce in New York. Tune in to understand how working with The Law Office of Ryan Besinque can help you choose the right path—whether it’s a cooperative, uncontested agreement or assertive representation in a contested trial. Call (929) 251-4477 to schedule a free consultation and take the first step toward a well-informed, strategic divorce process.

 
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