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Estate Planning Considerations for Blended Families

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Although blended families are common, they often encounter unique complexities after the death of a loved one. Assets may be left outright to a surviving spouse, who may then change the terms of the estate plan. Careful...more

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Who Needs a Prenuptial Agreement?

My son got married recently and shortly before the wedding, a non-lawyer friend asked me if my son and his now wife had a prenuptial agreement, that I prepared, of course. My answer was no, because I didn’t see how two...more

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Trust Structures Under Fire: What High-Net-Worth Divorce Means for Advisers

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What began as a high-asset marital dissolution between John and Laura Overdeck has transformed into a wide-ranging challenge to modern trust planning and the professionals who support it....more

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GoFundMe & Divorce: Risks You Need to Know Before Crowdfunding Your Legal Fees

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Going through a divorce is expensive both emotionally and financially. Between attorney fees, court costs, and the financial upheaval of separating one household into two, the temptation to seek crowdfunded financial support...more

Lerch, Early & Brewer

Is the Waiver of Retirement Benefits in Your Prenuptial Agreement Enforceable?

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Many prenuptial agreements include provisions about what happens with each party’s retirement and pensions in the event of divorce. In such prenuptial agreements, some couples may decide that they will divide or...more

Clark Hill PLC

Marriage, Money, and Peace of Mind: The Power of Premarital Planning

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Planning a wedding is an exciting time filled with much joy and anticipation.  Amidst the celebrations, it is easy to overlook the less romantic side of marriage; that is, the legal and financial partnership that ensues after...more

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After ‘I-Do”: Understanding Postnuptial Agreements in Arizona

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A postnuptial agreement (sometimes called a postnuptial property settlement agreement or postnuptial property division agreement) is a formal agreement entered into during marriage in order to define each spouse’s property...more

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Preparing for the Tough Questions: Cross-Examination in Divorce Litigation

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Divorce proceedings can be emotionally charged, and one of the most stressful moments for anyone involved in divorce proceedings is cross-examination....more

Tannenbaum Helpern Syracuse & Hirschtritt LLP

Beyond Estate Planning – Why Divorce Attorneys Need to Know About IRC § 2516

During most divorce proceedings, the legal focus tends to center on important topics such as child custody, spousal support, and the equitable distribution of marital assets....more

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Dividing Private Equity the Smart Way: Protecting Both Sides in Divorce

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Private equity assets add a layer of complexity to divorce that goes beyond the standard division of bank accounts and retirement plans. These interests often involve tiered payout structures, vesting schedules, capital...more

ASKramer Law

Tax-Loss Harvesting Part V: State and Local Taxes

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Successful tax-loss harvesting depends on a taxpayer’s ability to deduct losses. In addition to their federal tax liability, taxpayers also need to consider state and local taxes. As we wrap up this series, I want to focus in...more

Fox Rothschild LLP

Trial Court Makes Mess With Sua Sponte Division of Unused 529 Funds

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Since Congress enacted §529 of the Internal Revenue Code in 1996 which, to over simplify things, allowed people to save tax free for college, these accounts have been a popular investment vehicle. Often they are funded by the...more

Foster Swift Collins & Smith

Can You Get a “Do-Over” Divorce?

On September 12, 2025, the Court of Appeals told us to think ahead because you do not get a “do-over” divorce. ...more

Davidoff Hutcher & Citron LLP

Protecting Your Restaurant’s Future: Estate Planning Considerations During Divorce

For restaurant owners, divorce isn’t just about dividing assets—it’s about protecting the legacy you’ve built and ensuring the future of your business remains secure. Amidst the emotional and financial challenges of a...more

Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A.

Actually Romantic: What Taylor and Travis Can Teach Us About Love, Money and Prenuptial Agreements

The news is official: your English teacher and your gym teacher are getting married. In other words, Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are engaged. While most fans are thinking about the love story, admiring the engagement...more

Cohen Seglias Pallas Greenhall & Furman PC

Knowing When to Settle Your Case

Divorce is emotional and sometimes those emotions can cloud your judgment and stop you from settling your case, or missing opportunities to settle your case. Divorce can also be an expensive process, and the longer it drags...more

Lasher Holzapfel Sperry & Ebberson PLLC

What Makes a Divorce in Seattle “Complex”?

Have you ever wondered why some divorces make headlines while others quietly resolve behind closed doors? In Seattle, as in many major cities, not every divorce is straightforward. Some involve unique assets, intricate family...more

IR Global

When Title Alone Isn’t Enough

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The Legal Limits of Interspousal Transfer Deeds and the Risk to Separate Property in California - In California, the idea of "what’s mine is yours" is more than just a romantic sentiment, it’s the legal default. California...more

Davidoff Hutcher & Citron LLP

Preparing for Divorce: Essential Steps for Restaurant Owners Facing an Inevitable Split

Divorce can be one of the most challenging experiences a person faces—emotionally, personally, and financially. For restaurant owners, the complications extend beyond personal matters and into the heart of the business...more

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Who Gets the Family Pet in a California Divorce?

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Who gets to keep the dog in a California divorce? Much like children, pets can become the central focus of ownership disputes in a divorce, even though they are not human. State law increasingly recognizes a furry friend’s...more

Lasher Holzapfel Sperry & Ebberson PLLC

Can I Recoup the Cost of my Wedding if I Get Divorced?

A divorce can change how people remember their weddings. Instead of reminiscing about the tender moments, they tend to fixate on the price tag. Here are notes on whether you can recover common costs of your wedding when you...more

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Curing Bigamy: Superior Court Affirms Curative Measures to Avoid Annulment

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A recent precedential Superior Court case arising out of Bucks County, Bordone v. Bordone (No. 3155 EDA 2024) addressed a rarely encountered issue in the form of annulment. The parties were married in Connecticut in 2000, but...more

Bowditch & Dewey

Five Things to Know About Trusts in Divorce

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In Massachusetts, a person contemplating filing for divorce may be confronted with the question of what will happen to their trust interests. First, a trust is a legally independent entity in which one party, the trustee,...more

Mandelbaum Barrett PC

Elder Law, Probate Litigation and Special Needs Newsletter: September 2025 Issue

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Hot off the press! The latest issue of our Elder Law, Probate Litigation & Special Needs Newsletter is here! This month’s highlights include: • Don’t Rely on Medicare or Medicaid for Your Long-Term Care • When...more

Lasher Holzapfel Sperry & Ebberson PLLC

What is a Postnuptial Agreement – and Do You need One?

Have you ever wondered what happens if you do not sign a prenuptial agreement before the wedding but still want to set clear financial boundaries in your marriage? Sometimes, negotiations about finances and property cannot...more

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