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12/04/2023

When a family-owned business is involved in a divorce, making sure there is a fair distribution of marital assets, including the business, requires careful planning and the assistance of legal counsel.

If you're getting divorced and own a family business, it's important to know how to divide it fairly.

12/02/2023

If you’re a divorced parent with child custody and want to relocate to another state or region, you must obtain court permission unless the other parent consents to the move. The court must be satisfied that the relocation is in the child’s best interests. A skilled family law attorney can help you make a compelling case.

11/30/2023

While the financial aspect of divorce is often overshadowed by the emotional impact, rebuilding finances after the dissolution of a marriage can be an integral part of overall recovery.

While divorce can be overwhelming, focusing on a post-divorce plan for your money can help contribute to overall recovery.

11/27/2023

There are several financial considerations to keep in mind when going through a gray divorce.

Divorce always presents financial issues, and that can be especially true later in life. A gray divorce refers to couples who get divorced late in life - usually after 40 years or more of marriage. Also called silver or diamond … Continue reading ->The post How a 'Gray Divorce' Affects Your Financ...

11/25/2023

When facing marital strife involving divorce or disputes over children, legal issues can quickly become complex. In these cases, it can be helpful to turn to a family lawyer who can help navigate the court system and represent your interests.

While family law typically covers marriage, divorce and custody, it also touches other areas such as real estate and fertility.

11/23/2023

Understand what your options are for separating yourself financially from your former spouse so that you can start rebuilding your life post-marriage.

Divorcing your debts can be challenging, even with a divorce decree.

11/20/2023

While a lot of the focus in a divorce goes to dividing assets, figuring out who is responsible for various debts can be just as important.

Divorce is always complicated – emotionally and financially. While a lot of the focus in a divorce goes to dividing assets, figuring out who is responsible for various debts can be just as important. Generally, after a divorce is final, … Continue reading → The post Who Is Responsible for Debt...

11/18/2023

Breaking the news about your divorce to your children is tough, but you and your partner can make the situation a little easier by preparing in advance.

Breaking the news about your divorce is tough to begin with, but telling your kids about the same is probably one of the hardest things to do as parents. However, you and your partner can make the situation a little easier to cope with for your little ones by planning it in advance. Here are […] T...

11/16/2023

Marital property is subject to division in a divorce. Marital property is typically divided equally (50/50) or equitably, depending on your state’s rules and whether you live in an equitable division or community property state.

It can be a big problem for wealthy couples and those who have been married a long time: What happens when the boundary between separate assets and marital assets gets blurred?

11/13/2023

There isn't always an easy solution to dividing your 401(k) assets in a divorce, but you can make the process a little less painful by understanding what your 401(k) plan allows and what your state requires.

Splitting from your spouse is complicated enough. Understand the implications of splitting a 401(k) in a divorce to protect your retirement savings.

11/11/2023

Raising kids with a narcissist is difficult no matter if you're still partnered with the narcissist or separated. Having a family law attorney knowledgeable in high-conflict co-parenting can prove helpful.

Mental health experts warn co-parenting with a narcissist can be one of the most challenging undertakings someone can experience.

11/10/2023

Your financial lives usually get jumbled together in the course of a marriage. This includes your financial assets, but also your financial debts or liabilities. Division and responsibility for each will be part of the divorce settlement.

If you can’t pay it off before all is said and done, there are key steps you can take to ensure that everything gets handled fairly.