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Rental properties are often income-producing assets, which means that a family law judge must look beyond market value and consider rent rolls, expenses, capital improvements and long-term appreciation when factoring these assets into a decision about contested...
For young people in America, although divorce certainly does still happen, it has been growing less common. The opposite has been happening for couples who are 50 years old and older. Their divorce rate has been going up, and these cases are often referred to as “gray...
Deciding to end a marriage is rarely an easy choice. It can bring a mix of relief, fear, and uncertainty about what lies ahead. Many people hesitate because of concerns about children, finances, or how their lives will change after separation. If you find yourself...
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...
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,...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...