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Grey Divorce: Why Are More Couples Over 50 Calling It Quits?

Grey divorce, also known as late‑life or “silver split” divorce, refers to the dissolution of long‑term marriages by couples typically aged 50 and older who are entering a new phase of life. This phenomenon is becoming...more

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A Dignified Divorce—Even If It Wasn’t Your Choice

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How your divorce plays out isn’t entirely in your control, but you can do your part to make it a less contentious (and less expensive) process. No matter how impossible it may feel at first, it is 100% possible to have a...more

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Gifts and Dowry under the UAE law

In the UAE, family law is stipulated under three main regulations, namely, the Federal Decree Law No. 41 of 2024 on the Issuance on the Personal Status Law, governing Muslims across the country, the Federal Decree Law No. 41...more

Dentons

Co-Parenting Through a Separation: How to Handle Communication Breakdowns

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When parents separate, breakdowns in communication frequently accompany the end of the relationship. In my practice, the same themes appear again and again...more

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Thinking About Divorce: 5 Things to Know Before Your First Consultation

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Divorce is a significant life decision — one that can feel overwhelming, especially when children, finances, and long-term planning are involved. An initial consultation with a family law attorney is not a commitment to move...more

McNees Wallace & Nurick LLC

Back-to-school and divorce: Supporting children through family transitions

The start of a new school year can be exciting for children, but it can also bring stress for both students and their parents. I experience this with my own school-aged children each year! Feelings of overwhelm may be...more

Stark & Stark

What Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce Can Teach Us About Prenups

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Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce recently broke the internet when they announced their engagement via Instagram on August 26, 2025, with their joint post garnering around 35.7 million likes. Love them or hate them, their...more

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You Can’t Hide – IRS Argues Willfulness Proven by Husband’s Conduct

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It’s no secret that spouses, particularly in bad times, may hide things from one another. In fact, there are bodies of cases involving such marital behavior. However, we’ve gotten another recent reminder that such attempts...more

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False Child Abuse Allegations and Defamation in Illinois: Can You Sue for a False DCFS Report?

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In family law and divorce cases, it’s not uncommon for one parent to accuse the other of child abuse by filing a report with the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS). But, if DCFS later finds the...more

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Divorce And Dirhams - The Legal Framework of Alimony under Abu Dhabi Law

In a recent development, a woman filed an application for a landmark divorce settlement of AED 1 billion, before the Abu Dhabi Civil Family Court. This follows after the same court awarded an American woman in the UAE more...more

Foster Swift Collins & Smith

Three Recommendations for Newly-Divorced Parents to Help Avoid Post-Judgment Parenting Time Struggles

Almost every person who signs their judgment of divorce has the same feeling of relief: Phew. The case is finally over. I can move on....more

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Co-Parenting Cheer: Tips for a Stress-Free Holiday Season

The holiday season should be a time of joy, reflection, and connection — but for co-parents, it can also bring logistical headaches and emotional strain. Between custody schedules, travel plans, and differing traditions, it’s...more

Awatif Mohammad Shoqi Advocates & Legal...

Can A Woman Regain Custody Of Children After Forfeiture Of Custody Rights?

In the UAE, custody of children is governed by the UAE family law, consisting of Federal Decree Law No. 41 of 2024 on the issuance of the Personal Status Law which governs Muslims in the UAE (“Federal Personal Status Law”),...more

Lasher Holzapfel Sperry & Ebberson PLLC

Family Investment Vehicles in Limbo: Awaiting Department of Revenue Guidance

The legal landscape for family investment vehicles in Washington shifted dramatically after the Antio LLC v. Department of Revenue decision of the Washington Supreme Court. In Antio the taxpayers were a group of investment...more

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Traditional Divorce vs. Collaborative Divorce vs. Mediation: Which Is Right For You

Divorce is a profound life transition that can feel deeply emotional, legally complex, and financially burdensome. Choosing the right approach—whether mediation, collaborative law, or litigation—can significantly reduce...more

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California Code 2951: New Rules for Mortgages in a Divorce

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One of the most challenging aspects of asset division in a California divorce is dividing mortgage loans. Deciding which spouse will stay in the home is a challenge, but handling the mortgage adds another layer of complexity....more

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“Where Did the Money Go?” Dissipation of Marital Assets in DC and Maryland

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Divorce is never easy, but the stress escalates when marital money suddenly goes missing. If your spouse suddenly drains a joint account, buys luxury items, or spends large amounts of money without your knowledge, you...more

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Divorce After 50: What Gray Divorce Means for You

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What happens when a marriage ends after 20, 30, or even 40 years? For couples over 50 with substantial assets, divorce isn’t just about separating lives. It’s about untangling decades of shared finances, business...more

Miles Mediation & Arbitration

Expect the Unexpected: A Look at the Two Ingredients of a Successful Mediation

A little over two hours into the mediation and most of the pots and pans had been divided. Even child support, as meager as it was, was agreed upon. The wife was keeping the single-wide mobile home, and the husband got to...more

Offit Kurman

Can You Start Dating While Divorcing? Legal and Personal Considerations

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When couples agree to divorce, one of the first questions that is often asked is: “Can I start dating?” The simple answer is yes you can, but there are things to keep in mind. Even after you’ve filed for divorce, you are...more

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Who Controls the Money Doesn’t Control the Divorce

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It’s very common in a marriage for one spouse to earn most of the income or handle all the financial decisions. But when divorce happens, the spouse who hasn’t managed the money often feels anxious or powerless. The good news...more

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Estate Planning for a Blended Famil

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What are the essential elements of estate planning for a blended family here in San Diego or across California? According to the U.S. Census Bureau, almost 1 in 5 households in the United States involves a subsequent...more

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For Embattled Bich Family, “Full Membership” Requires Admittance Without Precondition

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We’ve recently written on a number of disputes arising out of posthumous transfers of corporate ownership interests, particularly where the transfer documents in question (often times, an estate planning device, e.g., a will...more

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The Black Hole: Navigating the Passing of a Spouse During a Divorce

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In a recent vlog, Xena A. Balcazar, an associate in the Elder, Matrimonial and Family Law Practice Groups at Mandelbaum Barrett PC, discusses a longstanding legal ambiguity in matrimonial law: what occurs when a spouse passes...more

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How Does the Attorney-Client Privilege Apply to Guardians Ad Litem?

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Courts sometimes appoint guardians ad litem to assist minors or others. In DeSpain v. DeSpain, Consol. Case No. WD87182, 2025 Mo. App. LEXIS 398 (Mo. Ct. App. June 17, 2025), the court dealt with a lower court’s holding that...more

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