Divorce

If you have started thinking about getting married, you may also wonder how to best protect yourself from the risks involved. Every marriage can potentially end in divorce, which can be expensive and stressful. Working with your fiance(e) to create a prenuptial...

For many couples, the marital home is a major source of conflict during divorce. They may have to negotiate for weeks before they agree about what is fair regarding possession of the property and division of the equity established in the home. Sometimes, couples...

Quitclaim deeds are used to give away the rights to a property. That being said, a quitclaim deed doesn’t guarantee that no other person has a right to the property or that it is free from claims through other parties. Quitclaim deeds are normally used during...

 Let’s say you’ve acquired stocks, investment property, costly artwork, jewelry and other high-value property throughout the life of your marriage. You also have a vested pension plan and built up significant retirement funds. However, for whatever...

Divorce can come with plenty of financial setbacks. But when one partner loses their job amidst the separation, it can cause significant stress and anxiety for everyone involved. The loss of a job can create a sense of financial uncertainty, as some may not know when...

Whether considering a first, second or even a third marriage, prospective marital partners may want to make an estate plan that includes a prenuptial (premarital) agreement stating how to divide assets if they divorce. A premarital agreement is a legal contract....

Couples facing a high-net-worth divorce are already looking at a process that is likely to be long, complex and, perhaps, very public. If one spouse is hiding assets, the risks will outweigh the benefits, and the unintended consequences could stretch far into the...

One part of your estate plan and will may be the life insurance policy you must have to protect your family if you die. This money is intended to care for your spouse, children and any other dependents once you are no longer around to provide a consistent income. When...

Facing divorce is painful enough without the added stress of wondering whether your soon-to-be ex is hiding assets. Something in your spouse’s words or deeds has raised your suspicions, and before you head to court, you would like to find out whether hidden assets...

Divorce is difficult enough when both spouses are on the same page and agree on how the marriage should be ended. Too often, divorce is caused by domestic violence, infidelity or financial struggles that you do not foresee when you say your vows.If you have children...