Law Offices of David Bliven

09/02/2026

David Bliven, Westchester Divorce & Family Law Attorney - Bronx Divorce & Family Law Attorney: “Who Gets the Family Business in Divorce?” *** If you appreciated the information in this video, please share, “like,” subscribe & follow. Thank you! ***

“Your business could be at risk—even if your spouse never worked there." Courts may value and divide business interests if it’s marital property. Buyouts or co-ownership agreements are possible. How much your spouse receives often turns on whether they made direct, provable efforts at building up the business, in which case their share may be anywhere between 30-50% - or whether they merely made indirect efforts, such as caring for the kids (in which case their share may be as little as nothing on up to roughly 30% - though sometimes more). "Let’s protect your business before it’s too late."

David Bliven, Westchester Divorce & Family Law Attorney - Bronx Div...

09/02/2026

David Bliven, Westchester Divorce & Family Law Attorney - Bronx Divorce & Family Law Attorney: “Who Gets the Family Business in Divorce?” BronxFamilyLaw *** If you appreciated the information in this video, please share, “like,” subscribe & follow. Thank you! ***

“Your business could be at risk—even if your spouse never worked there."”Courts may value and divide business interests if it’s marital property. Buyouts or co-ownership agreements are possible. How much your spouse receives often turns on whether they made direct, provable efforts at building up the business, in which case their share may be anywhere between 30-50% - or whether they merely made indirect efforts, such as caring for the kids (in which case their share may be as little as nothing on up to roughly 30% - though sometimes more). "Let’s protect your business before it’s too late.”

09/01/2026

David Bliven, Westchester Divorce & Family Law Attorney - Bronx Divorce & Family Law Attorney: “How Bonuses Are Split—Even Future Ones” *** If you appreciated the information in this video, please share, “like,” subscribe & follow. Thank you! ***

“You haven’t earned the bonus yet—but your spouse may still claim it.”
New York sometimes classifies bonuses as marital property if they’re tied to work performed during the marriage. The issue for the courts is whether the bonus is based on past performance, or whether it was based as an incentive for future performance. I’m David Bliven, Bronx & Westchester Divorce Attorney, and I differentiate between past efforts and future performance to help determine what’s divisible. If your compensation includes bonuses, talk to me before negotiations begin.”

David Bliven, Westchester Divorce & Family Law Attorney - Bronx Div...

09/01/2026

David Bliven, Westchester Divorce & Family Law Attorney - Bronx Divorce & Family Law Attorney: “How Bonuses Are Split—Even Future Ones” BronxFamilyLaw *** If you appreciated the information in this video, please share, “like,” subscribe & follow. Thank you! ***

“You haven’t earned the bonus yet—but your spouse may still claim it.”
New York sometimes classifies bonuses as marital property if they’re tied to work performed during the marriage. The issue for the courts is whether the bonus is based on past performance, or whether it was based as an incentive for future performance. I’m David Bliven, Bronx & Westchester Divorce Attorney, and I differentiate between past efforts and future performance to help determine what’s divisible. If your compensation includes bonuses, talk to me before negotiations begin.”

08/30/2026

David Bliven, Westchester Divorce & Family Law Attorney - Bronx Divorce & Family Law Attorney: “How to Deal With a Difficult Spouse During Divorce” *** If you appreciated the information in this video, please share, “like,” subscribe & follow. Thank you! ***

“If your spouse is making divorce harder than it needs to be, this is what you need to hear.”
Not every divorce is amicable. Sometimes, the person you once trusted becomes the biggest obstacle in moving forward.
They delay. They argue. They refuse to cooperate. And it leaves you feeling frustrated, exhausted, and sometimes even defeated.
But here’s the key: you don’t have to match their behavior to protect yourself. You don’t have to engage in every argument or respond to every provocation.
With the right legal strategy, we can manage difficult behavior without letting it control the outcome. We can set boundaries, use the court system effectively, and keep the focus where it belongs—on protecting your interests.
My role is to take that burden off your shoulders. To handle the conflict so you don’t have to carry it emotionally every single day.
Because divorce is hard enough—you shouldn’t have to fight unnecessary battles just to get through it.
You deserve a path forward that isn’t dictated by someone else’s behavior.
If you’re dealing with a difficult spouse, you don’t have to handle it alone. Let’s take control of the situation—so you can take back control of your life.”

David Bliven, Westchester Divorce & Family Law Attorney - Bronx Div...

08/30/2026

David Bliven, Westchester Divorce & Family Law Attorney - Bronx Divorce & Family Law Attorney: “How to Deal With a Difficult Spouse During Divorce” BronxFamilyLaw *** If you appreciated the information in this video, please share, “like,” subscribe & follow. Thank you! ***

“If your spouse is making divorce harder than it needs to be, this is what you need to hear.”
Not every divorce is amicable. Sometimes, the person you once trusted becomes the biggest obstacle in moving forward.
They delay. They argue. They refuse to cooperate. And it leaves you feeling frustrated, exhausted, and sometimes even defeated.
But here’s the key: you don’t have to match their behavior to protect yourself. You don’t have to engage in every argument or respond to every provocation.
With the right legal strategy, we can manage difficult behavior without letting it control the outcome. We can set boundaries, use the court system effectively, and keep the focus where it belongs—on protecting your interests.
My role is to take that burden off your shoulders. To handle the conflict so you don’t have to carry it emotionally every single day.
Because divorce is hard enough—you shouldn’t have to fight unnecessary battles just to get through it.
You deserve a path forward that isn’t dictated by someone else’s behavior.
If you’re dealing with a difficult spouse, you don’t have to handle it alone. Let’s take control of the situation—so you can take back control of your life.”

08/29/2026

David Bliven, Westchester Divorce & Family Law Attorney - Bronx Divorce & Family Law Attorney: “The $5 Million Divorce Mistake: Focusing Only on What an Asset Is Worth Today” *** If you appreciated the information in this video, please share, “like,” subscribe & follow. Thank you! ***

“If your divorce involves millions of dollars in assets, dividing everything 50/50 on paper does NOT necessarily mean you’re getting an equal deal.”
One of the biggest mistakes I see people make in high-net-worth divorces is focusing exclusively on what assets are worth today. Imagine a marital estate containing a $3 million investment account, a $3 million interest in a privately held company, and $3 million worth of real estate. At first glance, those assets may look interchangeable. They’re not. The investment account may be highly liquid. The business may be difficult to sell and its value could depend heavily upon future performance. The real estate may have substantial capital gains. So when you’re negotiating a high-asset divorce, You need to consider liquidity, taxes, risk, future appreciation, transaction costs and whether the valuation itself is reliable. The same problem arises with retirement accounts, stock options, restricted stock units, carried interests and other sophisticated investments. A settlement that looks equal on a spreadsheet can potentially produce dramatically different financial results five or ten years later. That’s why complex divorce negotiations should often involve more than lawyers. Depending upon the case, you may need a forensic accountant, business valuation expert, financial advisor or tax professional helping your attorney evaluate different settlement scenarios. And here’s another important point: Don’t become emotionally attached to a particular asset simply because you want to “win” it. Sometimes keeping the marital residence is financially smart. Sometimes it’s an expensive emotional victory. Sometimes keeping your company makes sense even if you surrender other valuable assets. And sometimes it doesn’t. The objective should be to emerge from your divorce with the strongest possible after-tax, risk-adjusted financial position — not simply the biggest number written next to your name on a settlement spreadsheet. If you’re facing a high-net-worth or complex divorce in New York, get a financial strategy in place before you negotiate away assets you may never be able to recover. I’m David Bliven, Bronx & Westchester divorce and family-law attorney. If significant assets are at stake, give my office a call.“

David Bliven, Westchester Divorce & Family Law Attorney - Bronx Div...

08/29/2026

David Bliven, Westchester Divorce & Family Law Attorney - Bronx Divorce & Family Law Attorney: “The $5 Million Divorce Mistake: Focusing Only on What an Asset Is Worth Today” BronxFamilyLaw *** If you appreciated the information in this video, please share, “like,” subscribe & follow. Thank you! ***

“If your divorce involves millions of dollars in assets, dividing everything 50/50 on paper does NOT necessarily mean you’re getting an equal deal.”
One of the biggest mistakes I see people make in high-net-worth divorces is focusing exclusively on what assets are worth today. Imagine a marital estate containing a $3 million investment account, a $3 million interest in a privately held company, and $3 million worth of real estate. At first glance, those assets may look interchangeable. They’re not. The investment account may be highly liquid. The business may be difficult to sell and its value could depend heavily upon future performance. The real estate may have substantial capital gains. So when you’re negotiating a high-asset divorce, You need to consider liquidity, taxes, risk, future appreciation, transaction costs and whether the valuation itself is reliable. The same problem arises with retirement accounts, stock options, restricted stock units, carried interests and other sophisticated investments. A settlement that looks equal on a spreadsheet can potentially produce dramatically different financial results five or ten years later. That’s why complex divorce negotiations should often involve more than lawyers. Depending upon the case, you may need a forensic accountant, business valuation expert, financial advisor or tax professional helping your attorney evaluate different settlement scenarios. And here’s another important point: Don’t become emotionally attached to a particular asset simply because you want to “win” it.

08/28/2026

David Bliven, Westchester Divorce & Family Law Attorney - Bronx Divorce & Family Law Attorney: “Stock Options in Divorce” *** If you appreciated the information in this video, please share, “like,” subscribe & follow. Thank you! ***

“If you're involved in a contested divorce case in New York, understanding this issue can make a major difference.
The outcome often depends on whether the stock options accrued during the marriage as well as when they will vest. Courts also look at whether they were awarded based on past performance, or are incentive based. Understanding how the law applies to this issue can help parties avoid mistakes and protect their legal rights during the case. If you're facing a contested divorce dispute in New York & it involves stock options, speaking with an experienced attorney early can help you plan your strategy.”

David Bliven, Westchester Divorce & Family Law Attorney - Bronx Div...

08/28/2026

David Bliven, Westchester Divorce & Family Law Attorney - Bronx Divorce & Family Law Attorney: “Stock Options in Divorce” BronxFamilyLaw *** If you appreciated the information in this video, please share, “like,” subscribe & follow. Thank you! ***

“If you'’e involved in a contested divorce case in New York, understanding this issue can make a major difference.
The outcome often depends on whether the stock options accrued during the marriage as well as when they will vest. Courts also look at whether they were awarded based on past performance, or are incentive based. Understanding how the law applies to this issue can help parties avoid mistakes and protect their legal rights during the case. If you’re facing a contested divorce dispute in New York & it involves stock options, speaking with an experienced attorney early can help you plan your strategy.”