New York Common Legal Terms — Matrimonial/Divorce Matters is a set of legal terms that are commonly used in matrimonial and divorce proceedings in the state of New York. These terms help to define the rights and obligations of the parties involved in the divorce proceedings. The main types of New York Common Legal Terms — Matrimonial/Divorce Matters include: • Alimony: Alimony is a court-ordered payment from one spouse to another to help support the other spouse after a divorce. • Child Custody: Child custody is the legal arrangement wherein one or both parents have the legal right to make decisions regarding the care and upbringing of their children. • Child Support: Child support is a court-ordered payment from one parent to another for the care and upkeep of their children. • Division of Property: Division of property is the process of dividing all the shared property and assets of a married couple after divorce. • Equitable Distribution: Equitable Distribution is the process of dividing all the shared property and assets of a married couple in a fair and equitable manner. • Separation Agreement: A separation agreement is a document that outlines the terms of a couple’s separation or divorce. • Spousal Maintenance: Spousal Maintenance is a court-ordered payment from one spouse to another to help the other spouse maintain their standard of living after a divorce.