Contact me at:
Custody orders outline parental rights and responsibilities when parents divorce or stop living together. Parents have a legal responsibility to uphold the custody order, and they are at risk of enforcement actions if they fail to do so. In cases where it is clear...
Blended families often have strong bonds, complicated histories and financial details that do not fit neatly into a basic estate plan. A second marriage, children from prior relationships, stepchildren, jointly owned real estate and business interests can all raise...
Many people considering divorce are not sure whether they qualify or not. Confusion about what the law requires is common, in part because every state has a slightly different approach to divorce proceedings. It is common for spouses hoping to leave due to adultery or...
Partnership disputes can be legally complex and highly detrimental to a business’s growth and development. Partners need to be able to work together and communicate to help the business achieve its goals, but a dispute can derail this process and cause things to...
If you’re going through a divorce as a parent, chances are your child has told you where they’d want to live. But does any of that actually matter in court? The answer is not as straightforward. While children get a say in custody decisions, their preferences are not...
It is important to review your estate plan every few years to make sure that it is still relevant for your family. A good rule of thumb is to conduct this review every 3 to 5 years. After all, doing estate planning early is typically wise because you can never predict...
A commercial real estate fraud can create an impact that goes beyond financial losses. If you are directly affected by this, the resulting feelings of frustration or uncertainty about your options are completely valid. However, understanding the remedies available...
Creating a child custody schedule is a critical process for divorcing parents. It’s vital to choose a schedule that prioritizes your child’s best interest and is suitable for your lifestyle. Otherwise, you risk emotional instability in your child and parental...
If you set up a trust, you have a specific goal for the beneficiary. For instance, grandparents will sometimes create a trust for a grandchild’s future tuition costs. They know that going to college can be prohibitively expensive, so they want their inheritance to...
If you and your spouse will be divorcing this year after a long marriage where they were the primary or sole “breadwinner,” you may understandably be concerned about how your standard of living will change. That may be a particular concern if your age, health or other...