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Divorce is the formal legal dissolution of a marriage. The divorce process implicates many diverse areas of the law including, but not limited to, real estate, wills and trusts, child custody, and tax.
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Dear Littler: What Can We Do (Legally!) About Broken Hearts in the Workplace?

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Dear Littler: I’m a manager at a mid-sized company, and I overheard in the breakroom that two of our employees who were dating appear to have broken up, and another employee announced he is in the process of getting a...more

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Flirting with Divorce: Social Media’s Silent Role in Broken Vows

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Valentine’s Day is marketed as a celebration of love—roses, cards, public tributes, and carefully curated posts declaring devotion. Yet before posting a perfectly worded caption, sending a private message, or striking up a...more

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If Divorce Can Impact Tom Brady’s Career, It Can Impact Yours

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Recently, Tom Brady spoke openly about how challenging his divorce was while he was still playing professional football. In a recent interview, Brady admitted that his final season was particularly difficult because of the...more

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Legal Separation: Divorce in Everything but Name

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Legal separation in Arizona is often misunderstood as a softer alternative to divorce, but in practice, it functions almost identically. Under Arizona law, a court may enter a Decree of Legal Separation if at least one spouse...more

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Protecting Your Family Matters: Winter 2026

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The Road to Change: How We Shape the Approach to Divorce - The decision to divorce, and the legal process that follows, can be a deeply personal and often overwhelming experience for anyone. Divorce can stem from an...more

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Smart Strategies for Family Law Clients: How to Avoid Common Mistakes and Keep Legal Costs Down

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Family law cases — from divorce to custody and property division — can be stressful and costly. However, most expensive problems are preventable. By staying organized, managing emotions, communicating clearly, and following...more

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Avoiding digital pitfalls during divorce and family law cases

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In today’s digital age, email and social media accounts often contain important personal information — and sometimes evidence — in divorce and family law matters. While it may be tempting to access certain accounts or...more

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Flying a Drone Over Your Spouse’s Home and Remotely Locking her Computer Found to be Domestic Violence

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When I was a young lawyer, few people heard of drones, if they even existed. Similarly, remote access to computers was only a burgeoning concept and done via dial up modems. Who knew that one day, the could be considered...more

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Three Ways to Prevent Your Divorce From Turning Into a Runaway Train

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This is not an article about whether divorce is the right choice. For some people, it is. The more common problem is that the process can escalate quickly....more

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Governor Murphy Signs Law That Substantially Re-Designs New Jersey’s Custody Statute

In one of his final acts before Mikie Sherrill was sworn in as Governor of New Jersey, Governor Murphy signed S4510/A5761 into law. The act states that it “clarifies procedures in certain contested child custody cases.” In...more

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Don’t Blink: Keep Your Ex’s Prying Eyes Out of Your Home During Divorce

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It’s common today to have security and surveillance systems in our homes (think: Ring, Google Nest, and Blink) to provide protection for you and your family. The benefits are seemingly endless — did your child leave on...more

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Understanding Legally Binding Separation Agreements in North Carolina

When a marriage ends, emotions can run high, and decisions can feel overwhelming. A separation agreement is a vital tool that provides clarity and legal protection for both spouses during this transitional period. In North...more

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Can I bring my lawyer to family law mediation?

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Mediation is common in divorce and family law matters. In some cases, courts order mediation. In others, the parties voluntarily agree to participate in an effort to resolve their case outside of court....more

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Florida Appeals Court Decisions Week of January 12 - 16, 2026

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U.S. Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals - No decisions this week... Florida Supreme Court - Tallahassee In re Fla R Civ P - amended rules - In re Fla R Civ P - more amended rules - In re R Reg Fla Bar - amended bar...more

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Why persistence matters in divorce and family law cases

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In divorce and family law cases, situations often arise that require attention and follow-up. Court orders and agreements are only effective if they are followed, and when they are not, problems can quickly compound if left...more

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Divorce in Florida vs. Pennsylvania: What Snowbirds and Dual-State Residents Should Know

Understanding the Strategic Advantages of Florida’s Reformed Family Law -If you’ve spent time wintering in Florida while maintaining ties to Pennsylvania, you’re not alone. Thousands of Americans split their time between...more

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Your 2025 Tax Return: What to Know and Why It Is Important in Child/Spousal Support Cases and Divorce Court

As tax season approaches it is important for you to begin gathering your tax documents. The earlier you gather your documents and make decisions about filing your return, the quicker your tax return will be processed, filed,...more

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Penalty Clauses in Prenuptial Agreements: Lessons from the Reported “Cocaine Clause”

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Prenuptial agreements have long evolved beyond simple asset division roadmaps. Modern prenups address conduct during marriage, incorporating so-called “penalty” or “incentive” provisions that attach financial consequences to...more

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What’s In—and What’s Out—in Divorce Trends for 2026

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If divorce law reflects the way people live, work, and plan their futures, then 2026 is shaping up to be a year of quieter strategy and longer-term thinking. The days of reactive decisions and splashy courtroom battles are...more

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Florida Appeals Court Decisions Week of January 5 - 9, 2026

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U.S. Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals - AB v. Barrow - insurance, notice, 58-month delay - Athos Overseas v. YouTube - copyright infringement, DMCA, safe harbor - USA v. Barry - sentencing, credit card fraud - ...more

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Contempt in Washington Family Law

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When you’re going through a divorce or other family law proceeding, there will inevitably be court orders that everyone must abide by. Not everyone does. These orders can relate to parenting plans, child support,...more

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Most Wonderful Time of the Year?

As we come out of the holiday season, and with all due respect to Andy Williams, I offer some thoughts on this odd time of the year, January, when there seems to be nothing to look forward to and everything enjoyable is...more

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The New Year’s Resolution Divorce – 2026 Edition

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For many divorce attorneys, the busy season starts after the first of the year. Since practically the inception of this blog, I have posted on the phenomenon of the New Year’s Resolution Divorce. For whatever reason, this...more

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Do I Need to Hire a Financial Expert for my Divorce?

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It is your first meeting with a divorce attorney. Towards the end of the meeting, the attorney recommends that you hire a financial expert to conduct an analysis that could help resolve your case. You like the idea of hiring...more

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Benefits Basics – When an Employee Gets Divorced: A Resource Guide for HR & Benefits Professionals

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While America’s divorce rate has generally been declining over recent years, over 1.8 million Americans still divorce each year. Divorce is one of the most complex and stressful life events your employees may face, affecting...more

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