Sullivan v. Sullivan

OPINION OF THE COURT

David B. Saxe, J.

Several novel questions are presented in this postjudgment proceeding for equitable distribution:

When a spouse obtains a divorce in another State, and then returns to this State to obtain equitable distribution, what is the cut-off date for the acquisition of marital property?

Is full, liberal disclosure available in such a proceeding?

Is an award of counsel fees authorized under Domestic Relations Law § 237?

The parties married in 1958, and separated in 1982. In 1983, Mr. Sullivan commenced an action for divorce in Westchester County. Following trial, on…