Modifications: Going Back to Court
April 16, 2023
Change happens. That’s one of the few certainties of life. So what happens when your life changes in a way that requires a modification of a divorce judgment, custody order, or support order? The answer may seem straightforward, but the details of any given case … Read More »
How to Organize Your Finances and Documents
February 18, 2023
In a divorce case – whether in court or not – the parties, the attorneys and the court must know the incomes and assets of both spouses. They need to know what assets exist and how much they are worth. This is because marital assets … Read More »
Thinking of Splitting Up? Read This First
September 30, 2019
If you are considering separating from your spouse, you are probably having a million thoughts a minute. It is a difficult choice, with lots of implications, so it makes sense to slow down and think clearly. Question One: Should I stay or should I go? … Read More »
Divorcing and Difficult Conversations – Where to Begin
September 28, 2019
DEALING PRODUCTIVELY WITH CHANGE TAKES COURAGE — BUT IT’S WORTH THE EFFORT Getting separated or divorced often requires having many difficult conversations. Sometimes it is hard to know where to start. If you are in the process of divorcing or are considering separation, read on. One … Read More »
Thinking About Divorce–What to Consider First
September 26, 2019
PERSONAL, FINANCIAL, AND LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS You’re thinking about divorce. It’s a complicated process, whether you look at it emotionally, financially or legally. You are likely feeling all different emotions, sometimes minute to minute it changes – anger, confusion, fear, hurt, maybe nothing. This is totally … Read More »
Collaborative Divorce–A Process Option Whose Time Has Come
September 24, 2019
WHY COUPLES CHOOSE COLLABORATIVE LAW OVER COURT Kim Ciesinski recently wrote an excellent article in the New York Law Journal explaining the advantages of collaborative law over litigation in divorce cases. She identifies upsides including client-driven negotiation, privacy, emotional guidance and financial expertise. In addition, she characterizes … Read More »
Splitting Annuities in Divorce
September 14, 2019
Is an annuity account in your divorce picture? An annuity can seem harder to split than a marriage, according to an article in the May 2016 issue of Research Magazine. An annuity account gives the account holder the right to receive periodic payments, usually fixed … Read More »
Divorce–Now or Later? Or Much Later?
September 10, 2019
Deciding to divorce is one choice; deciding when to divorce is another. Some seek divorce quickly upon encountering difficulties in their marriage; others wait. That wait might be months, or it might be years. This post covers some timing considerations that come into play for many. … Read More »
High Net Worth Divorces
September 8, 2019
Is yours a high net worth divorce? The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) defines a “high-net-worth individual” as an individual with at least $1,000,000 managed by his/her registered investment adviser, or whose net worth the investment adviser reasonably believes exceeds $2,000,000. The net worth of an … Read More »
How is Your Home Ownership Affected During Divorce?
September 6, 2019
The website Credit Marvel published an article titled “How is Our Mortgage Affected During Divorce?” that we comment upon here. The article’s text is in regular type; our comments are in bold italics. Here it is: With all of the changes in the mortgage industry since 2008, divorce affects … Read More »
