David Ivan Bliven
Former Family Court Prosecutor - Personalized attention!Established in 2000, the Law Offices of David Bliven assists individuals and families in the Westchester and Bronx County with divorce, child custody, and other family law matters. Attorney David Bliven leverages his nearly 30 years of experience, including prosecutor work, to provide comprehensive and strategic legal counsel. He is ranked in the top 5% of Family Law attorneys in the NYC metro area and has the highest possible rating for Legal Ability & Ethical Standards. He has been published in numerous periodicals and has authored several books, including "Navigating Your New York Divorce Case" and "Navigating Your New York Family Court case."
- Divorce
- Collaborative Law, Contested Divorce, Military Divorce, Property Division, Same Sex Divorce, Spousal Support & Alimony, Uncontested Divorce
- Family Law
- Adoption, Child Custody, Child Support, Father's Rights, Guardianship & Conservatorship, Paternity, Prenups & Marital Agreements, Restraining Orders, Same Sex Family Law
- Domestic Violence
- Domestic Violence Restraining Orders, Victims Rights , Victims Rights
- Juvenile Law
- Credit Cards Accepted
- New York
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- English
- Prosecuting Attorney
- NYC Administration for Children's Services
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- New York Law School
- J.D. (1997) | Law
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- Honors: Cum Laude
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- Syracuse University
- B.A. (1993) | Sociology, Political Science
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- Honors: Cum Laude
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- New York State Bar # 2887727
- Member
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- Navigating Your New York Divorce Agreement Case: Prenups, Separations, Settlements & Mediation
- Speakeasy Publishing
- Navigating Your New York Contested Divorce Case
- Speakeasy Publishing
- Navigating Your New York High Net Worth Divorce
- Speakeasy Publishing
- Navigating Your New York Family Court Case
- Speakeasy Publishing
- Navigating Your New York Divorce Case
- Speakeasy Publishing
- Certified Financial Litigator
- AACFL
David Bliven Super Lawyers Recognition Video
David Bliven Super Lawyers Recognition Video
David Bliven- Bliven Youtube Intro
Intro
Would our marriage be valid if his divorce is not finalized?
Would our marriage be valid if his divorce is not finalized?
Can you keep your health insurance if you get legally separated?
Can you keep your health insurance if you get legally separated?
How does an annulment affect custody and child support?
How does an annulment affect custody and child support?
Who can serve divorce papers?
Who can serve divorce papers?
What is spousal support? Is it the same as alimony?
What is spousal support? Is it the same as alimony?
How do I file for divorce?
How do I file for divorce?
Is there a simplified process for getting a divorce?
Is there a simplified process for getting a divorce?
Can I get a legal separation or an annulment instead of a divorce?
Can I get a legal separation or an annulment instead of a divorce?
What are the grounds for divorce in New York State
What are the grounds for divorce in New York State?
What is the difference between separation and divorce?
What is the difference between separation and divorce?
Can I get full custody if spouse doesn't pay?
Can I Get Full Custody if spouse doesn't pay?
If the children live with me, what happens to child support?
If the children live with me, what happens to child support?
What do I need to file a restraining order?
What do I need to file a restraining order?
When can my child legally move out?
When can my child legally move out?
He has hidden income. What can be done to make him pay?
He has hidden income. What can be done to make him pay?
When is it considered abandonment?
When is it considered abandonment?
Do I have to inform my ex?
Do I have to inform my ex?
Can I change my sons name to his stepdads?
Can I change my sons name to his stepdads?
Should I get a court order for custody?
Should I get a court order for custody?
I want my husband or wife to leave! What do I do?
I want my husband or wife to leave! What do I do?
Can Spousal Maintenance Awards Be Modified
David Bliven - Bronx & Westchester Divorce Attorney - addresses the following: In a New York Divorce case, modifications (upward or downward) of spousal maintenance (i.e., alimony) are possible. #divorce
How To Divide Equity In A House During A Divorce
David Bliven – Bronx & Westchester Divorce Attorney – addresses the following issue: "Find out how to divide equity in a house during a divorce." #divorce
How Do I Get Divorced From A Gay Marriage
David Bliven – Bronx & Westchester Divorce Attorney – addresses the following issue: "Gay marriage may be relatively new in New York, but the same old divorce law applies to such marriages." #divorce
Who Owes What To Whom
David Bliven – Bronx & Westchester Divorce Attorney – addresses the following issue: "Sometimes it makes better sense to pay off one's debts prior to filing for divorce." #divorce
Should One Pay Off Debts Before Filing For A Divorce
David Bliven – Bronx & Westchester Divorce Attorney – addresses the following issue: "Sometimes it makes better sense to pay off one's debts prior to filing for divorce." #divorce
Do We Need A Biological Parent's Permission Before Moving Forward With A Stepchild Adoption
David Bliven - Bronx & Westchester Divorce Attorney - answers the question: “How Are Property And Assets Divided In A New York Divorce Case?" #divorce #familylaw #westchesterdivorce #BronxDivorce #WestchesterFamilyLaw #BronxFamilyLaw
How Does Custody Affect Child Support
David Bliven - Bronx & Westchester Divorce Attorney - answers the question: “How Does Custody Affect Child Support?" #divorce #childcustody #familylaw #westchesterdivorce #BronxDivorce #WestchesterFamilyLaw #BronxFamilyLaw
How Is Child Custody Handled In New York, If We Still Live Together?
David Bliven - Bronx & Westchester Divorce Attorney - answers the question: “How Is Child Custody Handled In New York, If We Still Live Together?" #divorce #childcustody #familylaw #westchesterdivorce #BronxDivorce #WestchesterFamilyLaw #BronxFamilyLaw
How Is Our Debt Going To Be Divided In A High Asset Divorce?
David Bliven - Bronx & Westchester Divorce Attorney - answers the question: “How Is Our Debt Going To Be Divided In A High Asset Divorce?" #divorce #highnetworthdivorce #familylaw #westchesterdivorce #BronxDivorce #WestchesterFamilyLaw #BronxFamilyLaw
What Are The Different Types Of Child Custody In New York
David Bliven - Bronx & Westchester Divorce Attorney - answers the question: “What Are The Different Types Of Child Custody In New York?" #divorce #childcustody #familylaw #westchesterdivorce #BronxDivorce #WestchesterFamilyLaw #BronxFamilyLaw
What Income Counts For Child Support Purposes?
David Bliven - Bronx & Westchester Divorce Attorney - answers the question: “What Income Counts For Child Support Purposes?" #divorce #childsupport #familylaw #westchesterdivorce #BronxDivorce #WestchesterFamilyLaw #BronxFamilyLaw
What Factors Are Considered In A Child Custody Determination
David Bliven - Bronx & Westchester Divorce Attorney - answers the question: “What Factors Are Considered In A Child Custody Determination" #divorce #childcustody #familylaw #westchesterdivorce #BronxDivorce #WestchesterFamilyLaw #BronxFamilyLaw
Should I Give Custody Of My Kids To Their Father
David Bliven - Bronx & Westchester Divorce Attorney - answers the question: “Should I Give Custody Of My Kids To Their Father?" #divorce #childcustody #familylaw #westchesterdivorce #BronxDivorce #WestchesterFamilyLaw #BronxFamilyLaw
I'm Not Sure Where My Spouse Live What Can I Do
David Bliven - Bronx & Westchester Divorce Attorney - answers the question: “I'm Not Sure Where My Spouse Live What Can I Do?" #divorce #familylaw #westchesterdivorce #BronxDivorce #WestchesterFamilyLaw #BronxFamilyLaw
Is It Better To Get A Legal Separation Or Just File For Divorce
David Bliven - Bronx & Westchester Divorce Attorney - answers the question: “Is It Better To Get A Legal Separation Or Just File For Divorce?" #divorce #familylaw #westchesterdivorce #BronxDivorce #WestchesterFamilyLaw #BronxFamilyLaw
What Makes High Asset Divorces More Complex Than Standard Divorces
David Bliven - Bronx & Westchester Divorce Attorney - answers the question: “What Makes High Asset Divorces More Complex Than Standard Divorces?" #divorce #highnetworthdivorce #familylaw #westchesterdivorce #BronxDivorce #WestchesterFamilyLaw #BronxFamilyLaw
What Is A High Asset Or High Income Divorce In New York?
David Bliven - Bronx & Westchester Divorce Attorney - answers the question: “What Is A High Asset Or High Income Divorce In New York?" #divorce #highnetworthdivorce #familylaw #westchesterdivorce #BronxDivorce #WestchesterFamilyLaw #BronxFamilyLaw
I Own A Business - How Will That Impact My High Asset Divorce Case
David Bliven - Bronx & Westchester Divorce Attorney - answers the question: “I Own A Business - How Will That Impact My High Asset Divorce Case?" Among other things, your attorney would need to know whether the business started during the marriage and whether it significantly appreciated in value during the time of the marriage. #divorce #highnetworthdivorce #familylaw #westchesterdivorce #BronxDivorce #WestchesterFamilyLaw #BronxFamilyLaw
How Are Retirement Accounts Divided During A High Asset Divorce Case
David Bliven - Bronx & Westchester Divorce Attorney - answers the question: “How Are Retirement Accounts Divided During A High Asset Divorce Case?" There are many different ways to divide but one needs to determine whether there are premarital portions of those accounts, and whether there are offsets that need to be done. #divorce #highnetworthdivorce #familylaw #westchesterdivorce #BronxDivorce #WestchesterFamilyLaw #BronxFamilyLaw
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How Is Our Debt Going To Be Divided In A High Asset Divorce
David Bliven - Bronx & Westchester Divorce Attorney - answers the question: “How Is Our Debt Going To Be Divided In A High Asset Divorce?" In a typical divorce, debt is divided equally. #divorce #highnetworthdivorce #familylaw #westchesterdivorce #BronxDivorce #WestchesterFamilyLaw #BronxFamilyLaw
Is There Any Way To Incur Your Spouse's Business Debts In A High Asset Divorce Case
David Bliven - Bronx & Westchester Divorce Attorney - answers the question: “Is There Any Way To Incur Your Spouse's Business Debts In A High Asset Divorce Case?" #divorce #highnetworthdivorce #familylaw #westchesterdivorce #BronxDivorce #WestchesterFamilyLaw #BronxFamilyLaw
What Are The Immigration Consequences For A Divorce
David Bliven - Bronx & Westchester Divorce Attorney - answers the question: “What Are The Immigration Consequences For A Divorce?" Some people get married to sponsor an immigrant so s/he can obtain a green-card. However, when one wishes to terminate the marriage later on, there could be consequences. #divorce #familylaw #westchesterdivorce #BronxDivorce #WestchesterFamilyLaw #BronxFamilyLaw
Does A High Asset Divorce Take Longer And Cost More Than A Standard Divorce
David Bliven - Bronx & Westchester Divorce Attorney - answers the question: “Does A High Asset Divorce Take Longer And Cost More Than A Standard Divorce?" A complex high-asset divorce usually takes longer and costs more money than a standard divorce. #divorce #highnetworthdivorce #familylaw #westchesterdivorce #BronxDivorce #WestchesterFamilyLaw #BronxFamilyLaw
What Are Some Of The Biggest Mistakes People Make In High Asset Divorce Cases
David Bliven - Bronx & Westchester Divorce Attorney - answers the question: “What Are Some Of The Biggest Mistakes People Make In High Asset Divorce Cases?" Some people operate under the assumption that the only assets that will be divided are those that are in the account on the date of commencement. #divorce #highnetworthdivorce #familylaw #westchesterdivorce #BronxDivorce #WestchesterFamilyLaw #BronxFamilyLaw
Should We Hire Joint Forensic Accountant Experts or Should We Hire Our Own Experts Individually
David Bliven - Bronx & Westchester Divorce Attorney - answers the question: “Should We Hire Joint Forensic Accountant Experts or Should We Hire Our Own Experts Individually?" Whether a joint forensic accountant or separate forensic accountants should be hired will depend on the case at hand. #divorce #highnetworthdivorce #contesteddivorce #FamilyLaw #WestchesterDivorce #BronxDivorce #WestchesterFamilyLaw #BronxFamilyLaw
How Are Marital Assets Divided in A High Asset Divorce
David Bliven - Bronx & Westchester Divorce Attorney - answers the question: “How Are Marital Assets Divided in A High Asset Divorce?" Generally speaking, assets are divided 50/50. This is especially true for marital assets, which are assets that accrued value during the time of the marriage. #divorce #alimony #FamilyLaw #WestchesterDivorce #BronxDivorce #WestchesterFamilyLaw #BronxFamilyLaw
How Important Is A Filing Date With Regard To Division Of Marital Assets
David Bliven - Bronx & Westchester Divorce Attorney - answers the question: “How Important Is A Filing Date With Regard To Division Of Marital Assets?" The filing date is very important with regard to the division of marital assets because it is the date on which the statute cuts off the accrual of marital assets. #divorce #maritalassets #FamilyLaw #WestchesterDivorce #BronxDivorce #WestchesterFamilyLaw #BronxFamilyLaw
Can I Protect My Assets In A High Asset Divorce Case?
David Bliven - Bronx & Westchester Divorce Attorney - answers the question: “Can I Protect My Assets In A High Asset Divorce Case?" If one spouse suspects that the other may do something untoward like raiding the joint account, then they should separate the account so as to prevent that (with the proviso that such divisions may be restricted after the divorce is filed). #divorce #alimony #FamilyLaw #WestchesterDivorce #BronxDivorce #WestchesterFamilyLaw #BronxFamilyLaw
Should I Take Suggestions From Friends And Family In Hiring A High Net Worth Divorce Attorney?
David Bliven - Bronx & Westchester Divorce Attorney - answers the question: “Should I Take Suggestions From Friends And Family In Hiring A High Net Worth Divorce Attorney?" There is nothing wrong with taking suggestions from friends and family when hiring a high net worth divorce attorney as long as they’re good suggestions. #divorce #highnetworthdivorce #FamilyLaw #WestchesterDivorce #BronxDivorce #WestchesterFamilyLaw #BronxFamilyLaw
“What Steps Do I Take to Prepare for a Divorce or Separation?”
David Bliven - Bronx & Westchester Divorce Attorney - answers the question: “What Steps Do I Take to Prepare for a Divorce or Separation?” #divorce #alimony #FamilyLaw #WestchesterDivorce #BronxDivorce #WestchesterFamilyLaw #BronxFamilyLaw
"What is Alimony?"
David Bliven - Bronx & Westchester Divorce Attorney - answers the question: “What is Alimony?" #divorce #alimony #FamilyLaw #WestchesterDivorce #BronxDivorce #WestchesterFamilyLaw #BronxFamilyLaw
How Can Local Familiarity Help You With A Contested Divorce In New York? Attorney Bliven Explains
David Bliven - Bronx & Westchester Divorce Attorney - answers the question: “How Can Local Familiarity Hep You With A Contested Divorce In New York? Attorney David Bliven Explains “How Can Local Familiarity Help You With A Contested Divorce In New York?” #divorce #alimony #FamilyLaw #WestchesterDivorce #BronxDivorce #WestchesterFamilyLaw #BronxFamilyLaw
What Impact Do Assets Have When Hiring An Attorney In A High Net Worth Divorce?
David Bliven - Bronx & Westchester Divorce Attorney - answers the question: “What Impact Do Assets Have When Hiring An Attorney In A High Net Worth Divorce?" #Divorce #highnetworthdivorce #FamilyLaw #WestchesterDivorce #BronxDivorce #WestchesterFamilyLaw #BronxFamilyLaw
What Types Of Family Law Orders Can Be Modified
David Bliven - Bronx & Westchester Divorce Attorney - answers the question: “What Types Of Family Law Orders Can Be Modified?" Virtually any type of order can be modified in one way or another. #Divorce #childcustody #childsupport #FamilyLaw #WestchesterDivorce #BronxDivorce #WestchesterFamilyLaw #BronxFamilyLaw
Are There Any Risks Involved When Asking For A Change When It Comes To Family Law Cases?
David Bliven - Bronx & Westchester Divorce Attorney - answers the question: “Are There Any Risks Involved On the Side of the Person Asking for Modification When it Comes to Family Law Matters?” If you file a modification petition, the other side can file a counter-petition to modify or enforce any given order. #divorce #FamilyLaw #WestchesterDivorce #BronxDivorce #WestchesterFamilyLaw #BronxFamilyLaw
- Q. How to prevent grandmother's visitation rights after I moved to South Carolina?
- A: Are there any prior orders of custody/visitation in New York? If not & if you've been residing in S.C. for more than 6 months, then S.C. would have jurisdiction over any conceivable grandparent visitation issue. If that's not the case, however, then you should schedule a consult with a NYC Child Custody Attorney for a full assessment & evaluation of your case.
- Q. How can I locate my daughter after her mother moved her to Puerto Rico without custody agreements?
- A: You would need to hire a P.I. in an attempt to locate her. Neither the Courts nor lawyers can assist you with that process. Bear in mind, however, that if they've been residing in P.R. for more than 6 months, then P.R. may have jurisdiction over any custody issue. Schedule a consult with a NYC Child Custody Attorney for a full assessment.
- Q. How can I transfer a family case from Brooklyn to Westchester, NY, where my child and I reside?
- A: When you say "There are no existing custody or support arrangements in Brooklyn to consider," I assume you mean there are no court orders addressing those issues. If there's pending cases on such issues, then it may depend on how far along those cases are. If there are no prior court orders & no pending cases, then simply file a Petition in Westchester. Schedule a consult with a Westchester family Law Attorney for a full assessment.
