There are any number of reasons why a couple may decide to sign a prenuptial agreement. Some may want to take a “what’s yours is yours, what’s mine is mine” approach to their marriage if things don’t work out. Brittany Spears was worth a fortune when she divorced backup dancer Kevin Federline, who was not. Thanks […]
Legal Issues
How to Settle an Out of State Child Custody Dispute
An out of state child custody dispute is never easy for any parent going through divorce. Read more to find out where your dispute might be settled.
Taking the Fight out of Money Matters
It’s easy to understand why so many divorces turn into a long and arduous fight – after all, the premise of getting divorced is so often about arguments, mistrust, and misdeeds. But when it comes to the divorce process, approaching your divorce with the “fight still in you” often leads to a compromised resolution. Taking […]
Can My Child Choose Which Parent To Live With After Divorce?
Many times during the course of a divorce case a client will relay to me the fact that their child has expressed a desire to live with one parent over the other, and the parent wants to know how we can go about ensuring the children’s wishes are followed. Unfortunately, as is the case with […]
Stop the Insanity – Part 1
This is my first blog! I hope to provide some insight into how my experiences through my separation and pending divorce has affected me. After 20 years, it was time to call it quits. We were doing okay financially but struggling in our marriage. It all ended one night while we were out walking the […]
Interest on Child Support Arrears
Because divorce is a matter of state law, whether interest on past due child support is allowed and how it is calculated depends on the state. Most states charge interest on past due child support. The amount of interest you can collect varies by state. Most states have a fixed annual interest rate — often […]
Tax Considerations Before and After Divorce
When people are going through a divorce and/or have just finalized a divorce, they often forget about tax consequences and considerations. That is a critical error on their part that could prove to be very costly. Divorce can take a financial toll, so it is financially prudent to take advantage of any tax benefits that […]
Step 2 in Preparing for Divorce: Align Yourself with Professionals
As a continuation in my series of how to prepare for divorce, we’ll explore who you need to work with for the best counsel in order to get an outcome that supports your future. Step #2 – Align yourself with professionals First, think about the process you and your spouse will want to undertake. Ask […]
Preparing for Divorce Court Hearings — The Client’s Responsibilities
Preparing for divorce court hearings isn’t easy, but the tips in this guide should get you on the right track. Read on to learn more.
Are Medical Records Private During Divorce?
You have just received a letter from the opposing party asking that you sign a release for your medical records. Can they obtain the records? The short answer is yes; under certain circumstances your medical records may be relevant and it may be possible to subpoena the documents. However, due to the private nature of […]
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