A typical divorce case involves both spouses. Some people have an amicable divorce where they can go through mediation and agree on key points on their own. Others have a litigated divorce where they go to court and present their case so that they can get a court...
Divorce
A postnuptial agreement can be useful at any stage in a marriage
Prenuptial agreements have become increasingly common. Fewer people, however, are familiar with postnuptial agreements (postnups) and when getting one may be a wise decision. Postnups can serve a number of purposes. For a couple who got a prenup before they married,...
Where to look if your spouse may be hiding assets
If you and your spouse are separating, divorcing or are struggling in your marriage and you suspect that your spouse may be hiding assets, it is important to take discreet action to safeguard your rights. Although full financial disclosure is required in divorce...
If you can’t co-parent, maybe you can parallel parent
Co-parenting works well for many separated or divorced parents, especially when their communication remains respectful and both parties are committed to working together for their child’s well-being. But not every relationship is built for cooperative parenting. If...
5 things you need to know when divorcing a narcissist
Ending a marriage is never easy, but divorcing someone with narcissistic traits can present unique emotional and practical challenges. These individuals often rely on control, manipulation and charm to influence outcomes, making the divorce process more draining and...
Planning for retirement when you’re paying alimony
Increasingly, people are divorcing in their 50s, 60s and even later in life. If you’re among those preparing for what’s been termed “gray divorce” and you expect you’ll have to pay spousal support (alimony or maintenance), you may wonder what that means for your...
Pros and cons of birdnesting after divorce
Many divorce cases lead to shared custody, and couples address this by moving their kids back and forth between their homes. The kids may live with one parent for a week and then move to the other parent’s house. But there is an alternative, which is having the kids...
3 assets that may require a valuation date during divorce
The more assets spouses acquire during marriage, the harder it may be for them to reach a property division settlement during divorce. Spouses may find themselves disagreeing about what assets are subject to division and also what their resources are actually worth....
How you can protect inherited assets in a New York divorce
An inherited asset can be money, property or valuable items. Anything of financial value can count as an inheritance under New York law, as long as it's received through a will, trust or estate. In contemplating divorce, you might wonder how it affects these assets....
Can couples keep a property together even after divorce?
Yes. Couples can choose to keep a property together even after a divorce. Co-owning a house after a divorce may make sense for some couples who want to try nesting or birdnesting. It can also make sense to keep a property together if: You are underwater on your...

