Topic
Divorce Settlement
281 published works
Bradley Business Divorce
The Intersection of Business in Marital Divorce Cases: Business Issues That Often Arise in Family Law Proceedings
By Ladd Hirsch
When divorcing couples hold ownership interests in private companies as part of their marital estate, they will have to address a number of business issues related to these interests in…
Collective Family Law Group Blog
What to Do When Child Custody Agreements Break Down
Child custody agreements are designed to provide a structured and stable environment for children after a separation or divorce. However, there are times when these agreements break down, leading to…
Archer Estate & Trust Litigation Law
Federal Regulations Preempt Inconsistent State Law
In re Jones, Docket No. A-2944-21 (N.J. Super. App. Div. Nov., 14, 2023) Michael Jones (“Decedent”) was married to Jeanine Jones (“Jeanine”) in 1990. The couple divorced in January 2018. …
Family
Stipulation Between Divorcing Spouses Included All Interest in Property, Not Mere Possession
By Miles Mason
Even though the wife took possession of the property, the trial court held that the stipulation did not affect the classification of the property. Tennessee case summary on classification of…
Lawdiva's Blog
MED/ARB AWARD OVERTURNED TWICE
The Eldridge’s met on an archeological dig, married in 1977, and as archeologists worked together in their consulting business, Millenia, for several years. Four children were born and Ms.…
Pennsylvania Family Law
INCOME SECURITY & DIVORCE: Strange Bedfellows
Every day there is another article published beginning with the ubiquitous question: “Can I retire if I have……………?” The blank piece is filled with all kinds of trivia. Can I…
Archer Estate & Trust Litigation Law
Federal Regulations Preempt State Law in Disposition of Federal Bonds
In the Matter of Estate of Jones, No. A-2944-21, 2023 WL 7509426 (N.J. Super. Ct. App. Div. Nov. 14, 2023) This case reflects the intersection between estate disputes and divorce. …
Mile High Estate Planning
Using an Irrevocable Trust in a Divorce Settlement
By Blake Harris
The divorce process is not something you want to plan for, but neither is losing your assets. Adequate planning increases your ability to protect your assets in a divorce during…
Pennsylvania Family Law
Costner Wars Round 2 Yields Another Kevin Victory in the War Over How Much is “Enough.”
One of the benefits of “advice by blog” is that lawyers can be more objective in giving advice. There is not an anxious client sitting across the table asking if…
AWATIF Legal Blog
Understanding the Distinction Between Divorce Decree and Marital Settlement Under UAE Law
Divorce is a significant legal process that involves the dissolution of the marital relationship, division of assets, child custody arrangements, and financial obligations. In the United Arab Emirates (UAE), divorce…