With financial issues being a top reason for divorce, people often make the assumption that wealth would make a divorce far less likely. They assume that couples who can’t pay their bills and who struggle to keep food on the table are the ones getting divorced because...
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4 high-asset divorce mistakes to avoid
Divorce is complex, but the level of intricacy may be higher when more assets are involved. If you and your spouse had assets with high values, such as businesses, stocks, trust funds or real estate that you both owned or ran, property division may be challenging....
Sharing a nanny after your divorce: What to consider
For all practical purposes, your marriage is over – but you and your spouse still have young children whose needs have to be considered. As their parents, one of your biggest concerns is probably providing a sense of stability for the kids as you work through this...
Should you leave the marital home before your divorce?
When you file for divorce, it may seem natural for one person to move out of your marital home before the process is finalized. This is especially true if your divorce is contested or you and your spouse cannot get along. Before packing your bags, it is important to...
What is the dissipation of marital assets?
Perhaps the easiest way to think about the dissipation of marital assets is that your partner is intentionally trying to waste your financial assets. This happens when your partner fully knows that they are not legally allowed to hide assets during the divorce. They...
Divorce questions: Can your partner refuse?
When one person wants to marry another, it starts with a question. They ask them if they would like to get married, and the other person then gets to decide if they want to or not. Eventually, if they decide to, they have a legal ceremony where they both sign the...
A military divorce differs greatly from a civilian divorce
The military lifestyle can be rewarding but it is also challenging at times for families. You and your spouse may have tried to stay close over the years, but the distance has just become too much. Divorce is on the horizon and you’re looking into your rights and...
2 credit card challenges in a high-asset divorce
Property division will be different in every New York divorce. Couples acquire different assets and take on different debts throughout their marriages. Whatever they have not already addressed with a marital agreement will be at risk of division in their divorce. ...
3 ways divorce might affect your business
If you are a business owner, it’s crucial to realize that your divorce is going to affect your ability to run it. Some effects will be short-term, but some could last much longer. Here are some of the ways that might occur: 1. Your divorce will occupy a lot of your...
Review custody agreements well in advance of the holidays can save time, stress
Visitation and custody matters are one of the most hotly contested issues in many divorces. Where will the child primarily live? Who will have visitation and for how long? In some cases, parents are able to amicable work out such arrangements by creating their own...