Divorce

People who run businesses or professional practices rely on their organizations for income. They may have long-term plans that include developing the company and eventually listing it for sale or passing it to their children when they retire. All of those plans can be...

Divorce is not something you should try to face alone. Family and friends can often provide critical support at this time to make things easier for you and any children you may have. There are others, too, whom you should consider informing. Here are two. 1. Your...

Divorcing spouses must exchange a Financial Declaration Form within 60 days of the initial filing. This sworn document discloses one’s income, expenses, assets and debts to ensure transparency during property division. In turn, it allows marital property to be divided...

For those contemplating divorce, concerns about finances often hold them back from filing. They worry about hidden assets and diverted income. They expect their spouses to try to deny them a fair share of the marital estate or diminish how much support they must...

When a marriage begins to unravel, it's natural for many people to turn to social media for comfort, distraction or a sense of normalcy. A quick photo upload or status update may seem harmless in the moment, especially during an emotionally difficult time. In some...

You worked hard to build your financial portfolio and secure your future. When a marriage ends, the thought of losing half of your life's work feels overwhelming. You deserve a clear path forward that protects your hard-earned wealth. The complexities of the legal...

Hidden assets can significantly complicate property division proceedings. If one spouse attempts to hide resources from the other to gain an advantage during economic negotiations or litigation, their actions can have profound implications for the final outcome of the...

Divorce after 50, often called a ‘gray divorce,’ can significantly change your financial future. By the time spouses reach their 50s and 60s, they have accumulated substantial assets and carefully planned for their retirement. A divorce at this stage in life can...

Property division is often one of the most challenging parts of going through a divorce, particularly for those who have considerable assets. While the home is often one of the largest assets, retirement accounts might also be valuable.  If a 401k is part of your...

While preparing for divorce, gathering information about family finances is a critical step. Frequently, people focus so much on financial records, such as income tax returns and credit card statements, that they fail to properly address smaller assets. Creating a...