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Kaufman & Canoles

5 Practical Steps to Take Upon Separation

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Under Virginia law, separation occurs when at least one spouse forms the intent to permanently separate. Consider these practical steps to protect your property interests. Originally published in the February 2025 issue of...more

Lasher Holzapfel Sperry & Ebberson PLLC

Prenuptial vs. Postnuptial Agreements: What’s the Difference Between These Two Types of Agreements, and Which One is Right For Me?

It is becoming increasingly more common for modern couples, either before or during their marriage, to execute a written legal contract with the goal of protecting the separate interests of either partner in case of divorce,...more

Ward and Smith, P.A.

Marriage, Divorce, & the Family Business: Protecting the Family Business from Divorce

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One's ownership in a closely held business (often a family business) may be affected by a separation or divorce. In many situations, the business will be joined as a party in an equitable distribution lawsuit. " One's...more

Lerch, Early & Brewer

DC’s New Ground For Divorce and Legal Separation – There’s No Waiting Period and No Separation is Required

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DC has long been a no-fault jurisdiction when it comes to divorce and legal separation. However, both required a period of separation – until now....more

Fox Rothschild LLP

Life After Love Gone Wrong Podcast: Season 3, Episode 4 - Splitting Costs: Forensic Accounting in Divorce

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Your attorney is your advocate. A forensic accountant is your financial fact-finder. In this episode, Sandra Fava and guest Megan Sartor, a forensic accountant, explore the symbiotic relationship between lawyers and...more

Dickinson Wright

Should I Become Legally Separated Instead of Divorced?

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The difference between legal separation and divorce is a commonly asked question. Each State may address legal separation differently. In Tennessee, there are important differences between legal separation and divorce to...more

Bowditch & Dewey

What’s Love Got to do With It: When Unmarried Couples Live Like Married Couples

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The pandemic may be delaying weddings, but people are still moving forward living their lives together – and making some unfortunate financial decisions. Unfortunate because they are not protected by laws that would protect...more

Blank Rome LLP

[Webinar] Lunch & Learn: Successfully Navigating Divorce and Separation Amid COVID-19 - June 25th, 12:00 pm - 12:45 pm EDT

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Enjoy a virtual lunch with renowned matrimonial & family law attorney Marilyn B. Chinitz and dynamic family therapist Dr. Kathryn Smerling as they discuss the issues, risks, and concerns confronting anxious families in the...more

Stange Law Firm, PC

Should We Live In The Same Home During Divorce?

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When a divorce is filed, the couple often begins the process while living together in the same home. The question then for many is whether or not this is sustainable....more

Poyner Spruill LLP

What to Do and What to Know Upon Separation: A Lot More Than You May Have Thought

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The Marital Home - Separation usually occurs when one party moves out of the marital home with no intent to return to the marriage. When that occurs, the spouse remaining has certain rights and protections, as does the...more

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