Services

A divorce can be complex and requires attention to detail to go through the court process efficiently.  Every state has different procedures and laws for completing a divorce.

Commitment to Customers

Our office has helped over 5,000 people get a quick & stress-free Divorce while saving money in the process!

There are two common divorce types, Uncontested and Contested

How a Divorce is commenced

A divorce is usually commenced by a Summons and Complaint in most states.  It should contain both parties’ names, ground for divorce, date of marriage, place of marriage and if any specific requests are being made upon the parties (ancillary relief).

Grounds for Divorce

The most common ground for Divorce in most states is Irreconcilable Differences or Irretrievable Breakdown of Relationship. This is often known as a No-Fault Divorce, which means neither spouse has to provide the Court of any wrongdoing by the other spouse “prove the fault”. All States recognize this type of Divorce. Sometimes, this can be quicker and less expensive. There are other grounds for Divorce you can choose as your filing ground and they vary by State.

What we Offer

Click below if you’re ready!

Divorce FAQ's

  • What is a Plaintiff?

    The person who brings an action/case against someone else in a court of law.

  • What is a Defendant?
    The person who an action/case is being brought against in a Court of law.

  • Where do I go to get Divorced?
    In most states, you must file your Divorce at the appropriate Court in the County where you live.

  • How do I know my Divorce may be contested?
    If any issues for the children haven’t been resolved, any property that needs to be divided, or simply your spouse refuses to sign.

  • How long will it take for a Divorce to be final?
    It really depends on how busy the Court is. A reasonable time frame can be anywhere between 3-6 months.

  • Can I get Divorced without my spouse's signature?
    Yes! Usually, your spouse only needs to know about the Divorce. If they fail to appear or respond, you can proceed without their signature as long as you provide proof to the Court they were personally served with the documents.

  • Can you get your maiden name back?
    Yes! You just have to request it in the Divorce.

  • Do I need an Attorney to file for Divorce?
    It isn’t necessary to get an attorney when filing for divorce. However, complicated divorces with a lot of assets, debts and custody issues usually require the know-how of a savvy firm like ours who know how to navigate the system. If needed, we can connect you with an Attorney in our network to handle your case.

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    With all the recent changes that have been implemented, it’s no secret that the immigration process can be complicated, especially when you are unaware of the laws and procedures when entering and remaining “in-status” in the United States.

    As experienced Paralegals, we can help you complete all the necessary documentation needed to successfully submit your petition to USCIS and monitor your case until a decision is made

    Some of the most popular are:

    N-400 Naturalization/Citizenship

    Build a more secure future. Become a citizen today!

    If you have a green card, take the next step.

    I-130 Petition for Alien Relative

    Help a loved one migrate to the U.S with no obstacles

     

    I-485 Adjustment of Status/Green Card

    Become a permanent resident and gain the right to lawfully live

    and work in the U.S!

     

    Other Petitions we file:

    • I-765 Employment Authorization Card
    • I-751 Remove Conditions on Green Card
    • I-90 Replace/Renew Green Card
    • N-565 Replace Certificate of Naturalization
    • and more…

    The Global Pandemic killed more than 1 million people in the United States since the start of the pandemic, and life expectancy has been cut by nearly 2.5 years since 2020.  Two-thirds of U.S. adults have no Will, and their dying intestate has serious implications for grieving family members and other potential heirs looking to settle the deceased’s affairs.

    This process can be complex, frustrating, and at times lengthy.  Our specialists, will take their time assessing what your family needs are and be able to provide options according to your situation.

    With thoughtfully prepared documents, you may continue to guide your loved ones with your wisdom even after you are gone. Here at PFTC we understand that when a loved one passes away it can cause confusion and helplessness.  Not having your legal documents can also add more frustration.

    There are many ramifications that happen when a loved one dies intestate.

    TESTATE – Dying with a Last Will and Testament.

    INTESTATE – Dying without a Last Will and Testament

    DOCUMENTS WE PREPARE

    LAST WILL AND TESTAMENT – A will or testament is a legal document that expresses a person’s wishes as to how their assets and personal belongings are to be distributed after their death and as to which person is to manage the property until its final distribution

    POWER OF ATTORNEYA legal document granting an individual the authority to act for another person in specified or all legal or financial matters.

    ADVANCED HEALTH CARE DIRECTIVE- a written document detailing a person’s desires regarding their medical treatment in circumstances they become incapable of making their own decisions. This includes a living will and a health proxy.

     

     

    Types of Proceedings we do

    ADMINISTRATIONThe process where Surrogate’s Court officially gives out letters of administration to a qualified distributee (heir) of the decedent. This proceeding is prepared when the decedent died, “intestate.”

    PROBATE – Is the process of proving that the Will is valid (legally acceptable). This proceeding is prepared when the decedent died, “testate.”

    SMALL ESTATE – Occurs when the decedent died with assets under $50,000.

    GUARDIANSHIPS – At 18 all individuals, including those with developmental disabilities, reach the legal age of majority.  This means that parents can no longer make decisions legally on behalf of an adult child, regardless of the nature of the individual’s disability and regardless of whether or not the individual still lives with the family.

    Contact us today to protect you and your loved ones!


    Our Bankruptcy team has more than a decade of experience assisting individuals and families to start over with debt relief. Our team will evaluate your current financial situation, and perform a credit/debt analysis to assess what your best options are.

    The primary purpose of bankruptcy is to give honest debtors a “fresh start” financially by allowing them to keep their exempt assets and discharge their qualifying debts.

    Check out the comparison below to see what debts can or cannot be discharged:

    In a typical Chapter 7, the debtor is allowed their assets. However, the vast majority of Chapter 7 cases are “no asset” cases, meaning you keep all of your property and are still eligible to discharge your debts.

    Debtors filing in New York now have significantly increased exemptions and also a choice to exempt their assets under either the New York or the Federal exemptions.

    Bankruptcy FAQ's

  • Pros of filing for a Chapter 7
    • Automatically stops collection activity
    • Stops utility disconnection, if the company is named as a Creditor
    • Stops garnishment of your wages
    • Can stop creditor harassment.

  • Cons of filing for a Chapter 7
    • Can affect your credit score
    • Will be on your credit report for up to 10 years from the date of filing.

  • Do I need to be a U.S. Citizen to file for Chapter 7?
    No. Regardless of your citizenship status, you will be able to apply for debt relief.  However, the United States Bankruptcy Court does require proper documentation such as social security numbers or tax identification numbers to be included in the filing.

  • What are some changes in bankruptcy laws?
    As per the Bankruptcy Abuse and Consumer Protection Act of 2005 (BAPCPA), for consumers who file a Chapter 7, a “means test” must be completed and two required Credit Counseling Courses.

    • The “means test” (debt-to-income ratio) is used to compare a debtor’s income for the previous six months to what he/she owes on debts. If a person has enough income to pay their debt, the discharge may not be allowed.
    • Credit Counseling Courses– a Pre-Filing and Post-Filing course must be completed with an approved counseling agency.

    Recommendations after your debt is discharged?

    To stay on track with your finances, our team recommends you hire our Financial Coach to help you create a plan to stay consistent and debt free.

    Take a quick “means test” below to see if you can file for bankruptcy


    Premium Translation Service

    Reliable and fast translation service for your professional and personal documents

    We offer top of the line Document Translation Services for any Legal, Medical, Technical, Human Resources and other documents in ANY LANGUAGE.  All translations are performed by skilled, trained and former linguistic/cultural certified translators.

    Our team is very familiar with the long and often confusing US immigration process; therefore each translation conforms to the exact standards set forth by USCIS.

    At PFTC, we guarantee you will be quoted at a competitive rate given the industry prices.  All translations include free revisions, editing, proofreading, certification of accuracy, and notarization.

    Some of the documents we translate are;

    • Applications
    • Medical/Healthcare
    • Legal
    • Diplomas
    • Certifications
    • Handbooks
    • Letters
    • Vital Records, like;
      • Birth Certificates
      • Marriage Certificates
      • Death Certificates
      • Divorce Certificates/Judgments

    HOW IT WORKS

    • Legal Document Preparation for the following Courts and Agencies:

    • Supreme Court
    • Civil Court
    • Housing Court
    • Criminal Court
    • Surrogates Court
    • Small Claims Court
    • Division of Human Rights
    • Examples:
      • Motions
      • Complaints
      • Article 78 / Article 81
      • Answers / Counterclaims
      • Petitions
      • Order to Show Cause
      • Affidavits
    • Court Filings

      • We file documents in the Tri-State area for your convenience.
    • Passport applications and photos

    • Mobile Services:

      • Notarize Documents
      • Case Sign ups
      • Intakes / Screening
    • Fingerprints

      We are now providing expedient fingerprinting services to a multitude of agencies and industries.
      To book an appointment, please click on the appropriate link below:

      New York

      New Jersey

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    Divorce

    A divorce can be complex and requires attention to detail to go through the court process efficiently.  Every state has different procedures and laws for completing a divorce.

    Commitment to Customers

    Our office has helped over 5,000 people get a quick and stress-free Divorce while saving money in the process!

    There are two common divorce types, Uncontested and Contested

    How a Divorce is commenced

    A divorce is usually commenced by a Summons and Complaint in most states.  It should contain both parties’ names, ground for divorce, date of marriage, place of marriage and if any specific requests are being made upon the parties (ancillary relief).

    Grounds for Divorce

    The most common ground for Divorce in most states is Irreconcilable Differences or Irretrievable Breakdown of Relationship. This is often known as a No-Fault Divorce, which means neither spouse has to provide the Court of any wrongdoing by the other spouse “prove the fault”. All States recognize this type of Divorce. Sometimes, this can be quicker and less expensive. There are other grounds for Divorce you can choose as your filing ground and they vary by State.

    What we Offer

    Click below if you’re ready!

    Divorce FAQ's

  • What is a Plaintiff?
    The person who brings an action/case against someone else in a court of law.

  • What is a Defendant?
    The person who an action/case is being brought against in a Court of law.

  • Where do I go to get Divorced?
    In most states, you must file your Divorce at the appropriate Court in the County where you live.

  • How do I know my Divorce may be contested?
    If any issues for the children haven’t been resolved, any property that needs to be divided, or simply your spouse refuses to sign.

  • How long will it take for a Divorce to be final?
    It really depends on how busy the Court is. A reasonable time frame can be anywhere between 3-6 months.

  • Can I get Divorced without my spouse's signature?
    Yes! Usually, your spouse only needs to know about the Divorce. If they fail to appear or respond, you can proceed without their signature as long as you provide proof to the Court they were personally served with the documents.

  • Can you get your maiden name back?
    Yes! You just have to request it in the Divorce.

  • Do I need an Attorney to file for Divorce?
    It isn’t necessary to get an attorney when filing for divorce. However, complicated divorces with a lot of assets, debts and custody issues usually require the know-how of a savvy firm like ours who know how to navigate the system. If needed, we can connect you with an Attorney in our network to handle your case.

  • Immigration

    With all the recent changes that have been implemented, it’s no secret that the immigration process can be complicated, especially when you are unaware of the laws and procedures when entering and remaining “in-status” in the United States.

    As experienced Paralegals, we can help you complete all the necessary documentation needed to successfully submit your petition to USCIS and monitor your case until a decision is made.

    I-485 Adjustment of Status

    Build a more secure future, become 

    a citizen today!

    I-130 Petition for Alien Relative

    Help a loved one migrate to the U.S with no obstacles

    I-485 Adjustment of Status/Green Card

    Become a permanent resident and gain the right to lawfully live and work in the U.S!

    Other Petitions we file:

    • I-765 Employment Authorization Document (EAD), also known as work permit
    • I-751 Remove Conditions on Permanent Resident Card
    • I-90 Renew/Replace Permanent Resident Card
    • I-865 Affidavit of Support
    • N-565 Replace Certificate of Naturalization
    • And more!…
    Estate Planning

    The Global Pandemic killed more than 1 million people in the United States since the start of the pandemic, and life expectancy has been cut by nearly 2.5 years since 2020.  Two-thirds of U.S. adults have no Will, and their dying intestate has serious implications for grieving family members and other potential heirs looking to settle the deceased’s affairs.

    There are many ramifications that happen when a loved one dies intestate.

    TESTATE – Dying with a Last Will and Testament.

    INTESTATE – Dying without a Last Will and Testament

    DOCUMENTS WE PREPARE

    LAST WILL AND TESTAMENT – A will or testament is a legal document that expresses a person’s wishes as to how their assets and personal belongings are to be distributed after their death and as to which person is to manage the property until its final distribution

    POWER OF ATTORNEYA legal document granting an individua the authority to act for another person in specified or all legal or financial matters.

    ADVANCED HEALTH CARE DIRECTIVE- a written document detailing a person’s desires regarding their medical treatment in circumstances they become incapable of making their own decisions. This includes a living will and a health proxy.

    Types of Proceedings we do

    ADMINISTRATIONThe process where Surrogate’s Court officially gives out letters of administration to a qualified distributee (heir) of the decedent. This proceeding is prepared when the decedent died, “intestate.”

    PROBATE – Is the process of proving that the Will is valid (legally acceptable). This proceeding is prepared when the decedent died, “testate.”

    SMALL ESTATE – Occurs when the decedent died with assets under $50,000.

    GUARDIANSHIPS – At 18 all individuals, including those with developmental disabilities, reach the legal age of majority.  This means that parents can no longer make decisions legally on behalf of an adult child, regardless of the nature of the individual’s disability and regardless of whether or not the individual still lives with the family.

    Contact us today to protect you and your loved ones!

    Bankruptcy

    Our Bankruptcy team has more than a decade of experience assisting individuals and families to start over with debt relief. Our team will evaluate your current financial situation, and perform a credit/debt analysis to assess what your best options are.

    The primary purpose of bankruptcy is to give honest debtors a “fresh start” financially by allowing them to keep their exempt assets and discharge their qualifying debts.

    Check out the comparison below to see what debts can or cannot be discharged:

    In a typical Chapter 7, the debtor is allowed their assets. However, the vast majority of Chapter 7 cases are “no asset” cases, meaning you keep all of your property and are still eligible to discharge your debts.

    Debtors filing in New York now have significantly increased exemptions and also a choice to exempt their assets under either the New York or the Federal exemptions.

    Bankruptcy FAQ's

  • Pros of filing for a Chapter 7
    • Automatically stops collection activity
    • Stops utility disconnection, if the company is named as a Creditor
    • Stops garnishment of your wages
    • Can stop creditor harassment.

  • Cons of filing for a Chapter 7
    • Can affect your credit score
    • Will be on your credit report for up to 10 years from the date of filing.

  • Do I need to be a U.S. Citizen to file for Chapter 7?
    No. Regardless of your citizenship status, you will be able to apply for debt relief.  However, the United States Bankruptcy Court does require proper documentation such as social security numbers or tax identification numbers to be included in the filing.

  • What are some changes in bankruptcy laws?
    As per the Bankruptcy Abuse and Consumer Protection Act of 2005 (BAPCPA), for consumers who file a Chapter 7, a “means test” must be completed and two required Credit Counseling Courses.

    • The “means test” (debt-to-income ratio) is used to compare a debtor’s income for the previous six months to what he/she owes on debts. If a person has enough income to pay their debt, the discharge may not be allowed.
    • Credit Counseling Courses– a Pre-Filing and Post-Filing course must be completed with an approved counseling agency.

    Recommendations after your debt is discharged?

    To stay on track with your finances, our team recommends you hire our Financial Coach to help you create a plan to stay consistent and debt free.

    Take a quick “means test” below to see if you can file for bankruptcy


    Document Translation

    Premium Translation Service

    Reliable and fast translation service for your professional and personal documents

    We offer top of the line Document Translation Services for any Legal, Medical, Technical, Human Resources and other documents in ANY LANGUAGE.  All translations are performed by skilled, trained and former linguistic/cultural certified translators.

    Our team is very familiar with the long and often confusing US immigration process; therefore each translation conforms to the exact standards set forth by USCIS.

    At PFTC, we guarantee you will be quoted at a competitive rate given the industry prices.  All translations include free revisions, editing, proofreading, certification of accuracy, and notarization.

    Some of the documents we translate are;

    • Applications
    • Medical/Healthcare
    • Legal
    • Diplomas
    • Certifications
    • Handbooks
    • Letters
    • Vital Records, like;
      • Birth Certificates
      • Marriage Certificates
      • Death Certificates
      • Divorce Certificates/Judgments

    HOW IT WORKS

    Other Services
    • Legal Document Preparation for the following Courts and Agencies:

    • Supreme Court
    • Civil Court
    • Housing Court
    • Criminal Court
    • Surrogates Court
    • Small Claims Court
    • Division of Human Rights
    • Examples:
      • Motions
      • Complaints
      • Article 78 / Article 81
      • Answers / Counterclaims
      • Petitions
      • Order to Show Cause
      • Affidavits
    • Court Filings

      • We file documents in the Tri-State area for your convenience.
    • Passport applications and photos

      • Renewal applicants must have their old passport in possession.
    • Mobile Services:

      • Notarize Documents
      • Case Sign ups
      • Intakes / Screening
    • Fingerprints

      We are now providing expedient fingerprinting services to a multitude of agencies and industries.
      To book an appointment, please click on the appropriate link below:

      New York

      New Jersey

    DISCLAIMER:     Paralegals FTC, Inc., is a non profit, tax exempt organization under section 501(c)3. We are a Paralegal firm and not Attorneys or a Law Firm. We cannot provide representation or give legal advice. Our firm provides non-attorney legal services to the community, law firms and other agencies.