Bikel Rosenthal & Schanfield

09/16/2026

Your prenup may protect you in New York. But will it hold up abroad?

For international and dual-citizen couples, crossing borders can introduce entirely different rules around property, spousal support, and the enforceability of marital agreements.

Our latest blog explores why standard New York may fall short overseas, and how strategies like mirror agreements and relocation clauses can offer stronger protection.

Read more: https://www.bikellaw.com/blog/401/do-ny-prenups-hold-up-abroad-a-guide-for-international-and-dual-citizen-couples/

Note: This article addresses asset division, foreign property, and spousal support. It does not cover child custody or support.

09/14/2026

Ready to take back your maiden name after divorce?

In , restoring a former surname can be included in your divorce, but the court order is only step one. From your Social Security record and driver’s license to bank accounts, insurance, property records, and professional credentials, there’s a long list to update.

Our latest blog walks through what to know and what to tackle next.

Here's your checklist: https://www.bikellaw.com/blog/400/how-women-can-restore-their-maiden-surname-in-new-york-a-divorce-checklist/

Thinking about reclaiming your maiden name after divorce? Learn the legal process, key deadlines, and important considerations for NY residents. | Bikel Rosenthal Schanfield 212.682.6222

08/28/2026

Congratulations to Karen B. Rosenthal on being recognized by Best Lawyers for her work in New York .

With more than 35 years of experience, Karen has built a distinguished practice handling sophisticated matrimonial and family law matters, bringing thoughtful counsel, sound judgment, and a deep understanding of the complex legal, financial, and personal issues her clients face.

This recognition reflects the experience, leadership, and commitment Karen brings to her clients and to family law in New York.

Congratulations, Karen.

08/24/2026

If your social media presence has become a business, what happens to it in a ?

You may be asking yourself:

- Are my social handles or podcast a marital asset?

- What if I started this before I got married?

- Who owns the growth that happened during the marriage?

- What happens to sponsorship income, content, and intellectual property?

- Can a prenup or postnup protect the business?

Learn more about what creators and entrepreneurs should know when profiles and platforms become valuable assets.

Social media accounts, podcasts, and creator brands can become valuable marital assets. Learn how prenuptial and postnuptial agreements can help protect digital businesses, intellectual property, and future revenue streams.

08/18/2026

Divorce after 50 comes with a different kind of financial pressure.

There may be substantial wealth on the table, but there’s also less time to recover from costly mistakes.

Retirement accounts. Business interests. Real estate. Executive compensation. Trusts. Estate plans. Even a decades-old prenup can factor into the equation.

In our latest article, we explain why gray divorce requires careful planning to protect not only what you’ve built, but the retirement and legacy you intended it to support.

Read more: https://www.bikellaw.com/blog/398/divorce-after-50-protecting-wealth-retirement-and-legacy/

Gray divorce can threaten retirement, wealth, and legacy. Learn how high-net-worth couples can protect assets and plan for life after divorce. 212.682.6222

08/06/2026

The messiest part of some divorces never makes it to court. It never makes it to the headlines.

Welcome to the era of the , where confidentiality agreements are becoming as strategic as the settlement itself.

Learn more: https://www.bikellaw.com/blog/397/the-nda-divorce-how-confidentiality-agreements-are-reshaping-high-profile-splits

08/04/2026

Smart people make costly mistakes every day.

Not because they aren’t capable decision-makers, but because divorce is emotional, stressful, and filled with high-stakes choices.

From letting emotions drive strategy to losing sight of long-term goals, the wrong decisions can have lasting consequences.

Our latest article explores why even the most successful people can make costly divorce mistakes, and how thoughtful planning can help protect what matters most.

What’s the best advice you’d give someone navigating a difficult divorce?

07/29/2026

When a founder’s wealth is tied up in a company, protecting that equity is not as simple as writing a check. The wrong divorce settlement structure can disrupt voting rights, interfere with corporate governance, or force the sale of shares at the worst possible time.

From offsetting equity with other marital assets to structuring a deferred buyout or separating economic value from corporate control, the right strategy can protect both the spouse’s financial interests and the company’s future.

Learn more. https://www.bikellaw.com/blog/396/founder-divorce-protecting-equity-before-an-acquisition-or-ipo/

Learn how New York founders can protect equity, preserve corporate control, and structure a divorce settlement before an acquisition or IPO. | NY Divorce Lawyers 212.682.6222.

07/28/2026

Highly successful women often enter divorce carrying two enormous responsibilities: protecting the wealth they helped create and serving as the primary caregiver for their children.

Partner Dror Bikel spoke with Brooke Summerhill, CFP®, CDFA® on her podcast, Divorce for Wealthy Women, for a focused, strategy-driven conversation about high-conflict divorce and the unique challenges facing accomplished women.

They discussed how business ownership, executive compensation, complex assets, parenting responsibilities, and emotion can shape both negotiations and litigation, and why assembling the right professional team early can make a significant difference.

Thank you to Brooke for the thoughtful conversation.



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Divorce for Wealthy Women · Episode

07/21/2026

Sometimes, the “other person” in a marriage is a career.

The reported split between Margaret Qualley and Jack Antonoff raises a compelling question: What happens when professional ambition leaves too little room for the marriage?

Learn how demanding careers can strain short-term marriages and why high-achieving spouses should understand their rights before pursuing a walkaway divorce. | NY Divorce 212.682.6222