Media
Throughout the course of her career practicing family law, Lisa Zeiderman has been a constant source of expertise for a range of media covering topics from divorce in New York to finances and divorce. Lisa has been interviewed and quoted extensively, sharing her legal insights on marriage, custody and divorce matters at a time when the meaning of family structure is ever-evolving. She has been published dozens of times in reputable outlets people turn to when facing a life changing event, offering an approachable and informed point of view. Read and listen below for her leading views on everything from prenups to equitable distribution of assets.
Family Law Blog
Financial FAQ: How much spousal support am I entitled to in my divorce?
A fundamental aspect of a divorce settlement is figuring out spousal support or “maintenance,” formerly known as “alimony.” These terms refer to money the court can order to be paid in addition to child support, to ensure the dependent spouse will have support after...
I want to file for divorce, but I don’t know where to start
Check out my divorce checklist! Thinking about asking for a divorce but feeling overwhelmed about where to start? The first thing you must do is take a deep breath and prepare to get organized. I have created a basic Divorce Checklist that can help you get your arms...
Who is Eligible to Receive the Monthly Child Tax Credit That Begins in July?
Are you eligible for expanded child tax credit payments? Payments for many families begin in July as part of the American Rescue Plan. There are income and age of child restrictions, and if you are divorced, there are also important points you should understand...
Publications
5 Tips to Get Through a Divorce with a Narcissist
Breaking free of a marriage with a narcissist is complex. Preparation is key. Divorcing a narcissistic spouse is typically high-conflict and overwhelming so it's important to mentally and legally prepare. Ending the marriage requires organization, strength, and...
Is Your Spouse a Financial Bully? Subtle Signs of Abuse to Watch for
Lisa Zeiderman was included in this recent Kiplinger article by Stacy Francis, CFP®, CDFA®, CES™ about identifying financial abuse. Lisa explains that financial abuse is not limited to the non-working spouse: “Sophisticated executives (usually women) are often...
5 Tips to Navigate Kids’ Device Use After Divorce
5 Tips to Navigate Kids' Device Use After Divorce Setting clear, consistent boundaries for screentime reduces anxiety for all. Apr 29, 2021 Parent/child relationships are sometimes irreparably damaged over co-parent disagreements around video games and cell phone...
Podcast Interviews
No One Ever Really Knows What Goes On Behind Closed Doors In Custody
Lisa Zeiderman and Stacy Francis were featured guests on the Ask Beatty podcast to discuss “grey divorce.” The divorce rate for people over 50 who have been married more than once is 2.5 times higher than those who have been coupled with the same person throughout...
Zoom Divorce
Lisa Zeiderman was the featured guest on the popular exEXPERTS podcast. Lisa speaks with Jessica and T.H. about COVID-19 and how Zoom divorce could actually have benefits.
Co-Parenting and the Covid Vaccine
Lisa Zeiderman was the featured guest on Jennifer Hurvitz’s Doing Relationships Right podcast to speak about co-parenting, the COVID-19 vaccine, and what to do if one co-parent does not want your child to get vaccinated. Lisa provides guidance for how to talk to your...
Video Interviews
Looking for Hidden Assets
Ever wonder how you are going to find your soon-to-be-ex-spouse's hidden assets? In this video interview I discuss what you and your attorney should do to uncover those hidden assets! Many thanks to Malinee Churanakoses and the wonderful Chapter2Club -- the Smart...
Managing Partners Podcast
Curious about the kinds of mistakes couples make when embarking on divorce? In this video podcast with Erik J. Olson, we had a great discussion about my background, and specifically the issues we deal with as matrimonial attorneys, including the importance of...
The Million Dollar Divorce: When It Makes Sense To Go To Court
Recently, Lisa Zeiderman spoke with leading divorce attorney, mediator and creator of The Better Apart Method, Gabrielle Hartley, on her YouTube show Divorce Talk and More. Sometimes divorce mediation doesn’t work. Lisa explains when it makes sense to go to court....
Press Releases
Savvy Ladies Names Miller Zeiderman LLP’s Lisa Zeiderman to Executive Board
Savvy Ladies Inc., a non-profit organization that brings free financial literacy education to women, has announced that Lisa Zeiderman, a Managing Partner of Miller Zeiderman LLP, has been named to their executive board. Founded in 2003, Savvy Ladies has helped over...
Miller Zeiderman LLP Recognized Among Best Family Law Attorneys for Client Satisfaction
Miller, Zeiderman & Wiederkehr LLP is pleased to announce that it has been recognized, for the third consecutive year, by The American Institute of Family Law Attorneys (AIOFLA) on its annual list of the 10 Best Family Law Attorneys for Client Satisfaction. AIOFLA...
Supreme Honor
Two founding partners of a law firm with offices in White Plains and Manhattan have been admitted to the Bar of the Supreme Court of the United States. Lisa Zeiderman and Faith Miller of the firm Miller Zeiderman & Wiederkehr LLP were among a group of 32 attorneys...