Divorce

Being in an abusive marriage often becomes a lesson in survival. There are times when leaving becomes an emergency, such as if there is physical abuse present. For some people, the abuse isn’t physical, so they may decide that they have time to plan their escape.  One...

Divorce is often a painful and complex process, but when large amounts of wealth and property are involved, emotions and priorities can become even more tangled. In these situations, it’s easy for attention to shift from the family’s emotional well-being to the...

High-net-worth spouses face not only the emotional weight of separation but also the complexity of dividing assets. What might be a straightforward process for some couples can quickly become a drawn-out legal battle when substantial property and financial stakes are...

Contempt of court consequences may be imposed by a judge in family law cases when one party willfully disobeys a court order.  Common examples of reasons that someone might be held in contempt of court include failing to pay court-ordered child support or spousal...

At the beginning of the year, there was a lot of hype about January being named “divorce month.” According to several articles, there is an uptick in online searches and calls to divorce attorneys right after the holidays. However, it seems that early spring and late...

When couples vow “for better or worse,” most do so with sincere intentions of navigating life’s challenges together. Many spouses are willing to weather storms, seek counseling and do the inner work required to keep their union strong.  Yet, despite this commitment,...

The divorce discovery process becomes particularly crucial in high-asset divorces, where substantial wealth and complex financial holdings require thorough investigation. This legal procedure enables both parties to exchange comprehensive information about finances,...

Post-divorce finances are often more challenging than many expect, especially as life circumstances change. Alimony, or spousal support, is designed to help individuals maintain financial stability after a divorce.  However, what worked during the initial agreement...

While divorce rates, on the whole, have declined in recent decades, many marriages still don’t work out. There are several reasons for this, but money is often at the center of marital issues.  Arguments over money can cause long-term issues between a couple. Here are...