Moving Forward: Divorce & Family Law with Andrew Wood https://movingforwardwithandrewwood.podbean.com *Moving Forward* is a podcast series hosted by legal professionals that explores various aspects of family and matrimonial law. Providing insightful guidance and expert advice, the show aims to educate and empower individuals navigating complex legal matters concerning divorce, child support, and spousal maintenance.

]]> Thu, 21 May 2026 16:10:53 -0300 https://podbean.com/?v=5.5 en Copyright 2026 All rights reserved. Business 1440 episodic movingforwardwithandrewwood movingforwardwithandrewwood No false https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/22286300/Title_Podbean_yb6ssc.jpg Moving Forward: Divorce & Family Law with Andrew Wood https://movingforwardwithandrewwood.podbean.com 144 144 Understanding Property Division in New York Divorces Understanding Property Division in New York Divorces https://movingforwardwithandrewwood.podbean.com/e/understanding-property-division-in-new-york-divorces/ https://movingforwardwithandrewwood.podbean.com/e/understanding-property-division-in-new-york-divorces/#comments Thu, 21 May 2026 16:10:53 -0300 movingforwardwithandrewwood.podbean.com/c9c37719-9ec6-3aa6-89b1-5ae75058a6b4 Episode Summary: In this episode, Andrew Wood dives into the complexities of property division in New York divorces. He explains the differences between marital and separate property, the challenges with asset classification, and how courts determine fair distribution. Listeners gain valuable insights into pre-divorce steps, debt division, business valuation, and maintaining financial stability post-settlement.

Key Timestamps: 00:00 – Episode intro and overview 00:35 – Difference between equitable and equal distribution 01:15 – Marital property vs separate property 02:00 – Why the distinction matters 02:45 – Assets that cause confusion (retirement, real estate, investments) 04:20 – Court decisions when spouses disagree 05:00 – Preparing documents and lists to ease property division 06:00 – Dividing debts like credit cards and mortgages 07:20 – Valuing and dividing a business 10:00 – Distributive awards and paying for marital assets 11:15 – Uncovering hidden assets 12:00 – Advice on realistic expectations and protecting financial stability 13:00 – Outro and resources

About the Show: *Moving Forward* is a podcast hosted by Andrew Wood, a seasoned family and matrimonial attorney in Albany, New York. The show provides practical insights and guidance on navigating divorce, family law, and financial complexities during life's transitions.

]]> Episode Summary:
In this episode, Andrew Wood dives into the complexities of property division in New York divorces. He explains the differences between marital and separate property, the challenges with asset classification, and how courts determine fair distribution. Listeners gain valuable insights into pre-divorce steps, debt division, business valuation, and maintaining financial stability post-settlement.

Key Timestamps:
00:00 – Episode intro and overview
00:35 – Difference between equitable and equal distribution
01:15 – Marital property vs separate property
02:00 – Why the distinction matters
02:45 – Assets that cause confusion (retirement, real estate, investments)
04:20 – Court decisions when spouses disagree
05:00 – Preparing documents and lists to ease property division
06:00 – Dividing debts like credit cards and mortgages
07:20 – Valuing and dividing a business
10:00 – Distributive awards and paying for marital assets
11:15 – Uncovering hidden assets
12:00 – Advice on realistic expectations and protecting financial stability
13:00 – Outro and resources

About the Show:
*Moving Forward* is a podcast hosted by Andrew Wood, a seasoned family and matrimonial attorney in Albany, New York. The show provides practical insights and guidance on navigating divorce, family law, and financial complexities during life's transitions.

]]> In this episode, Andrew Wood dives into the complexities of property division in New York divorces. He explains the differences between marital and separate property, the challenges with asset classification, and how courts determine fair distribution. Listeners gain valuable insights into pre-divorce steps, debt division, business valuation, and maintaining financial stability post-settlement. movingforwardwithandrewwood false No 854 2 full What to Expect in Your First Consultation with a Divorce or Family Law Attorney What to Expect in Your First Consultation with a Divorce or Family Law Attorney https://movingforwardwithandrewwood.podbean.com/e/what-to-expect-in-your-first-consultation-with-a-divorce-or-family-law-attorney/ https://movingforwardwithandrewwood.podbean.com/e/what-to-expect-in-your-first-consultation-with-a-divorce-or-family-law-attorney/#comments Thu, 23 Apr 2026 10:44:41 -0300 movingforwardwithandrewwood.podbean.com/f3fdb50e-c14c-3921-b906-b387e721799a Episode Summary:

In this episode, Andrew Wood, a seasoned family and matrimonial attorney, delves into the intricacies of child and spousal support in New York. He explains the differences between child support and spousal maintenance, outlines key factors considered in calculating support payments, and sheds light on common misconceptions. Wood also discusses enforcement options, modification criteria, and offers valuable advice on setting realistic financial expectations.

Key Timestamps:

00:00 – Episode intro and overview

00:35 – Difference between child support and spousal support

02:15 – Key factors in calculating child support

03:40 – Determining income for irregular earners

04:20 – Spousal maintenance and income discrepancies

05:00 – Duration of spousal maintenance by marriage length

06:00 – Court discretion and income caps

07:00 – Misconceptions about child support and 50/50 custody

08:15 – How child support payments are used

09:10 – Enforcement options for unpaid support

10:00 – Modifying support orders

11:20 – Child support vs spousal support modification

12:20 – Managing client expectations on support orders

13:30 – Setting realistic financial expectations from the start

14:50 – Outro and resources

About the Show:

*Moving Forward* is a podcast series hosted by legal professionals that explores various aspects of family and matrimonial law. Providing insightful guidance and expert advice, the show aims to educate and empower individuals navigating complex legal matters concerning divorce, child support, and spousal maintenance.

]]> Episode Summary:

In this episode, Andrew Wood, a seasoned family and matrimonial attorney, delves into the intricacies of child and spousal support in New York. He explains the differences between child support and spousal maintenance, outlines key factors considered in calculating support payments, and sheds light on common misconceptions. Wood also discusses enforcement options, modification criteria, and offers valuable advice on setting realistic financial expectations.

Key Timestamps:

00:00 – Episode intro and overview

00:35 – Difference between child support and spousal support

02:15 – Key factors in calculating child support

03:40 – Determining income for irregular earners

04:20 – Spousal maintenance and income discrepancies

05:00 – Duration of spousal maintenance by marriage length

06:00 – Court discretion and income caps

07:00 – Misconceptions about child support and 50/50 custody

08:15 – How child support payments are used

09:10 – Enforcement options for unpaid support

10:00 – Modifying support orders

11:20 – Child support vs spousal support modification

12:20 – Managing client expectations on support orders

13:30 – Setting realistic financial expectations from the start

14:50 – Outro and resources

About the Show:

*Moving Forward* is a podcast series hosted by legal professionals that explores various aspects of family and matrimonial law. Providing insightful guidance and expert advice, the show aims to educate and empower individuals navigating complex legal matters concerning divorce, child support, and spousal maintenance.

]]> In this episode, Andrew Wood, a seasoned family and matrimonial attorney, delves into the intricacies of child and spousal support in New York. He explains the differences between child support and spousal maintenance, outlines key factors considered in calculating support payments, and sheds light on common misconceptions. Wood also discusses enforcement options, modification criteria, and offers valuable advice on setting realistic financial expectations. movingforwardwithandrewwood false No 948 1 full