A prenuptial agreement is an excellent way to protect assets when getting married. Couples use them because they want to ensure that specific assets stay with them even in the event of a divorce, rather than being divided between them and their ex. They can agree in...
Developing a parenting plan for a medically complex child requires thoughtful consideration and detailed planning. It’s not just about deciding physical custody and parenting time schedules. Making these efforts also help to ensure that the child's health and...
Deciding to file for a divorce is only the beginning of what can be an extremely challenging process that will uproot every aspect of the life you spent with your soon-to-be ex-spouse. This journey starts with your first meeting with a divorce attorney. Being upfront...
Dealing with a contentious co-parent can be one of the most challenging aspects of navigating post-separation family dynamics. It requires a delicate balance of assertiveness, empathy and strategic communication. The goal is to ensure the well-being of your children –...
A co-parenting plan is one of the most essential elements in ensuring a child's well-being and proper care after a separation or divorce. This plan is a legal document that will serve as a roadmap to guide you through the challenges of raising children across two...
Courts increasingly consider social media activity when making custody decisions. A judge may scrutinize posts, comments and interactions for insights into a parent’s lifestyle, behavior and ability to provide a stable environment for their children. Inappropriate or...
When getting divorced, retirement assets can become complicated. If you have an actual investment portfolio or a bank account account holding your funds, you can divide this between the two of you. But many people have more complex retirement assets. For example,...
When determining child and spousal support in divorce, judges are required to consider multiple factors. A big one is both parties’ incomes. Another factor is something called “imputed income.” That refers to a person’s earning potential. If this wasn’t considered, a...
Co-parenting virtual visitation arrangements have become increasingly popular in the last decade or so. This trend makes perfect sense, as regular electronic contact between parents and kids – and between co-parents as well – can help everyone who needs to stay...
If you’re getting a divorce, it is probably a good idea to close your shared accounts. You and your spouse may have shared retirement accounts, shared investment portfolios and shared bank accounts. While the two of you were married, this just made it easier to handle...
