Some people would prefer to keep their divorce confidential, but they do not have control over what a soon-to-be ex-spouse posts online. While false statements about an individual could result in a defamation suit, negative content in general may draw unwanted...
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What is collaborative divorce?
The word divorce often conjures up images of courtroom battles. There is no doubt that divorce can end up being a very bitter legal process in some cases. However, there are multiple ways to go through divorce. Particularly for those looking at a high asset divorce,...
What challenges might we face dividing assets in a gray divorce?
Gray divorce is something that used to be quite rare. Couples usually avoided getting a divorce once they reached their senior years, but in today’s world, divorce for the older generation is not something to avoid anymore. As couples end marriages lasting 30 or more...
Untangling tax issues after divorce
Untangling tax issues after divorce If you separated from your marital partner or divorced your spouse in 2019, you probably have questions about how this could affect your tax filing. As the first quarter of 2020 arrives, careful planning can help you avoid costly...
Including all marital property in a divorce settlement
When you file for divorce in New York, there are a myriad of issues to negotiate in your final settlement. Property division may be one of the most difficult topics to tackle, as people become attached to the possessions they have accumulated throughout years of...
Consider work performance when planning for a divorce
High-net-worth individuals contemplating a New York divorce should consider how their work performance might be affected during what could possibly become an emotionally charged event. The process is generally somewhat stressful at least, and if the pressure in one’s...
A prenuptial agreement can make divorce less stressful
You may not want to talk about a prenuptial agreement with your future spouse. It is understandable that it may be a difficult conversation with someone you love. However, a properly written prenuptial agreement can spare both parties emotional pain and stress when...
When stress from high-asset divorce leads to other problems
When a marriage is brought to a close, the experience can be challenging for people from the start of the divorce process until the end. It can be emotionally draining, lead to high levels of stress, and this stress can carry over into other relationships also. For...
When can a prenuptial agreement be challenged?
A good prenuptial agreement can protect your assets in the event of a divorce; however, it is important to realize that there are certain circumstances where a prenuptial agreement may be dismissed by the courts. With this being the case, it is vital to understand how...
5 steps to protect yourself in a high-asset divorce
You never imagined you would get a divorce, but plans and people change. Now you might be facing a complicated legal battle involving $10 million or more in pooled assets. You do not have to go through a high-asset divorce proceeding alone. Hiring an experienced...