Spencer T. White, PLLC

06/20/2026

Parental rights and school policies are colliding at the Supreme Court. The justices are reviewing whether preschools receiving state funding can decline children of same-sex couples based on religious beliefs. This upcoming decision could reshape educational rights for families nationwide. Read the latest updates here.

The Supreme Court agreed Monday to review a Colorado law that requires preschools receiving taxpayer money to enroll children of same-sex couples — setting up an important First Amendment showdown at the high court that pits religious rights against LGBTQ families.

06/19/2026

Divorce, child custody, support, and property division can present unique legal considerations for LGBTQ individuals and families. Learn more about LGBTQ family law issues and the legal rights that may affect your situation.

https://www.custodyxchange.com/topics/divorce/advice/lgbt-divorce.php

06/17/2026

Navigating a military divorce introduces unique legal complexities, including the division of military pensions under federal law and the calculation of support payments using VA disability. Learn how specific military regulations, tax shifts, and updated estate plans will impact your post-divorce financial future. https://www.usaa.com/advice/divorce-and-financial-stability/

06/13/2026

Navigating a child support case involves complex state guidelines, parent locator networks, and income-withholding laws. Learn how frameworks like the Uniform Interstate Family Support Act (UIFSA) allow family law practitioners to trace assets and enforce obligations across borders. https://acf.gov/css/parents/understanding-child-support/how-it-works

06/12/2026

To protect your finances during a later-life divorce, you should freeze joint accounts and separate your credit history to safeguard individual assets. It is also essential to consult a financial advisor and divorce attorney to navigate complex state property laws, update retirement beneficiaries, and manage tax liabilities.

Steps to take when a longtime marriage ends

06/10/2026

Dividing debt during a divorce can be just as important as dividing assets. Learn more about the financial and legal considerations that may affect debt responsibility, credit protection, and your future after divorce.

https://www.greenpath.com/blog/managing-debt-during-a-divorce/

06/06/2026

Establishing legal paternity can help secure important rights and responsibilities for both parents and children. Learn more about paternity testing, child support considerations, and the legal process involved in confirming parentage.

Learn how paternity testing impacts child support decisions. Explore legal rights, DNA testing options, and how to establish paternity for financial support.

06/05/2026

If you were married for at least 10 years and are age 62 or older, you may be eligible to collect Social Security benefits based on your ex-spouse's earnings history. Filing for these benefits will not notify your ex-spouse or reduce their monthly payments, making it a critical asset to evaluate when navigating a divorce.

The end of a marriage doesn’t necessarily end eligibility for family benefits

06/03/2026

While both annulments and divorces end a marriage, they have very different legal requirements and consequences. Learn more about the key differences and the circumstances under which each option may apply.

Compare annulment vs. divorce—understand the legal differences and determine which option suits your situation. Get expert insights with MetLife.

05/30/2026

It might be tempting to use a cheap online platform to draft a DIY prenuptial agreement, but family courts heavily scrutinize these contracts. In many states, if both parties do not have independent legal counsel or if financial disclosures are incomplete, the entire agreement can be thrown out during a divorce. Protect your future with an enforceable, attorney backed prenup. Check out this guide on prenup lawyers and schedule a consultation with our team today.

Considering a prenup? Find out when you should hire a prenup lawyer, what a lawyer does, and how much a prenuptial agreement typically costs.