New York Family Law & Mediation PLLC

09/02/2026

www.nyfamily.law
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(646) 783-9613

08/31/2026

Who does the school call when your child is sick? Whoever is on the emergency contact list, in the order it's written — not both parents automatically.

If only one parent is listed, only one parent gets the call, and the other hears about it hours later secondhand. Most New York schools will list both parents if you ask, and you can usually ask about the order too.

Sort it before the first day rather than in October.

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08/25/2026

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08/24/2026

Navigating divorce in NYC? Understand the key differences between mediation and litigation. Mediation often offers lower costs, faster timelines, greater privacy, more control over outcomes, and reduced conflict—making it ideal for cooperative couples. Litigation may be necessary when disputes are high-conflict or legal enforcement is needed, but it typically takes longer and is more public. Learn which path aligns with your needs and how to move forward with confidence. Visit nyfamily.law to explore your options and make informed decisions about your future.

08/18/2026

Curious about the services offered by New York Family Law & Mediation? We provide comprehensive support for families navigating legal transitions. Our mediation services include guidance on parenting plans, custody arrangements, and child support terms, helping families reach agreements with clarity and care. We also assist with drafting settlements and coordinating court filings to ensure a smooth process. Our compassionate and professional team is dedicated to supporting you through divorce and family law matters every step of the way. Visit nyfamily.law to learn more about how we can help you move forward with confidence.

08/17/2026

08/13/2026

Can't agree with your co-parent about school?

If you share joint legal custody, education is a decision you make together. When parents don't agree, mediation is one of the options available before litigation.

Whether mediation is a good fit depends on your family. It isn't right for every situation, and we'd talk that through with you before starting.

Serving families across New York.

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08/11/2026

Who decides where your child goes to school?

If you share joint legal custody, neither parent gets to enroll a child unilaterally — education is a major decision, and major decisions are made together. Registering a child at a new school without the other parent's agreement is one of the fastest ways to end up back in court in September.

If you and your co-parent can't agree on a school, you have options before litigation. Mediation can resolve an enrollment dispute in weeks, not months — and it keeps the decision with the two of you instead of a judge who has never met your child.

Serving families across New York and all five boroughs.

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08/06/2026

The school year starts in a few weeks. Does your parenting agreement say who signs the permission slip?

Every August, the same questions come through our office:

→ Who receives the school calendar and the teacher emails?
→ Who is listed first as the emergency contact?
→ Who signs the field trip form that's due tomorrow?
→ What happens when the bus schedule doesn't line up with the custody schedule?

Most agreements were written before any of this came up. That doesn't mean going back to court. These are exactly the disputes mediation can settle — usually faster than it takes to get a court date, and without your child carrying the message between two houses.

Read our back-to-school co-parenting guide → nyfamily.law
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08/04/2026

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