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Blank Rome LLP

Protecting Your Family Matters: Summer 2025

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Times are constantly changing. We tend to become comfortable with established norms, and relationships, including marriage, are no exception. When I was growing up, divorce was rare, so rare that I could count the number of...more

Offit Kurman

Legal and Practical Considerations Before Leaving the Marital Home During Divorce

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One of the most common and emotionally charged questions people ask when facing divorce is, “Can —or should— I move out of the marital home before we have an agreement or court order?” The answer isn’t always...more

Lasher Holzapfel Sperry & Ebberson PLLC

Timing Your Prenuptial Agreement in Washington

Prenuptial agreements are touchy subjects. Sometimes they can be perfectly fair and fine contracts between soon-to-be spouses. Other times they can grossly favor one spouse over the other. In a previous blog post, I...more

Davidoff Hutcher & Citron LLP

What Gray Divorcees Should Know About Maintenance — And The No. 1 Way To Help Yourself

Gray divorce rates are rising. If you’re considering it, you’ll want to consider your maintenance obligations, especially if you’re simultaneously thinking about retirement. What do Bill Gates and Jeff Bezos have in common? A...more

Lerch, Early & Brewer

Navigating the Hardest Phase of Divorce

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For many people the time between when they know they are getting divorced, and when they actually separate, is excruciating—it is often the hardest phase of divorce. I’ve given the following pieces of advice to my...more

Jaburg Wilk

Do I Need a Prenuptial Agreement?

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Thinking about a prenup? State Bar of Arizona Board Certified Family Law Specialist Mitch Reichman explains why a prenuptial agreement is a smart move if you have assets. Find out how prenups can be customized to fit your...more

Pullman & Comley, LLC

The Go-to Guide for Social Media Use During Divorce

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In today’s hyper-connected world, social media is an integral part of many people’s daily life — so much so that we often take it for granted. It’s where we share milestones, vent frustrations, and document even the most...more

Saiber LLC

Thinking About Divorce? Here's How to Prepare

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We commonly think of divorce as a legal process that ends a marriage and restructures the legal responsibilities between spouses. However, it is also a major emotional and financial transition....more

Jaburg Wilk

Divorce Fees: When Your Spouse Might Have to Pay

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Wondering who pays attorney fees in a divorce? Family law attorney Sarah Hansen breaks down when your spouse might be responsible for your legal costs. From income differences to bad behavior during litigation, there are...more

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How Much Will My Divorce Cost?

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How much will your divorce cost? Family law attorney Larry Hirsch breaks down the #1 factor driving divorce expenses. Whether it’s parenting time, furniture, or even candlesticks, the real cost often depends on how well you...more

Dentons

Sign Or Your Kids Disappear Forever: Why Divorce Custody Threats Are Legal Fiction

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Anatomy of a panic attack: When your ex plays custody hostage negotiator - Sheer panic. That's what I see in the eyes of clients who first sit across from me after their spouse has filed for divorce, changed the locks on...more

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From White Smoke to White Dresses: Why Prenups Belong in Wedding Planning

As people await the much anticipated white smoke to appear for the selection of the new Pope, another anticipated event comes around this time of year. Wedding season is upon us, and although most couples feel a conclave of...more

Dentons

"It's All My Fault"... But I'm Here To Tell You That Might Not Be True

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As a divorce and family law attorney, I often begin consultations by asking clients to share their stories. Some aren't sure where to start, so I encourage them to begin wherever it feels comfortable—whether that's the...more

Kohrman Jackson & Krantz LLP

Available Grounds for Divorce in Ohio: What You Need to Know

For many years now, Ohio has been a “no-fault” divorce state. What does that mean, in a practical sense? In order to terminate a marriage, neither spouse has to prove that one or the other is responsible or “at fault” for the...more

Fox Rothschild LLP

Top 5 Tips to Prepare for Your Initial Meeting with an Attorney About Your Divorce

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Before you meet with an attorney for the first time to discuss your divorce or the possibility of a divorce, you should prepare for the meeting in advance to maximize your time with the attorney. Here are five tips to help...more

Lasher Holzapfel Sperry & Ebberson PLLC

How to Prepare for Your Divorce Consult

So, you have decided to pursue a divorce and you’ve chosen an attorney who you want to meet with. What do you do next? Your first consultation with a divorce attorney usually involves an explanation of your legal options, an...more

Stange Law Firm, PC

When should I hire a lawyer?

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Many wonder when they should hire a lawyer in the months and weeks before a divorce or family law matter. “Should I do it now? Can I wait until later?” Questions like these are typical....more

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Court Rejects Predictable Arguments on Setting Aside a Prenup, and on Summary Judgment No Less!

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Litigating cases involving a prenuptial agreement can be frustrating at times. When prenups are done right, there is proper disclosure, both parties have counsel or acknowledge that they had a right to counsel, there is...more

Lasher Holzapfel Sperry & Ebberson PLLC

Should I Hire a Divorce Attorney or Represent Myself?

Family courts regularly hear a number of cases involving parties who decide to represent themselves rather than hire an attorney. These parties are known as “pro se” litigants (meaning “for oneself” in Latin). If you are...more

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If you were like me, the past few days produced an e-mailbox inundated with sales and specials-most related to the upcoming holidays. But, two of my special offers stood out and merited some attention because the products...more

Lasher Holzapfel Sperry & Ebberson PLLC

Getting a Divorce? Don’t Make These Common Mistakes!

Going through a divorce can be incredibly stressful. Save yourself additional upset by doing your best to avoid: Listening to the Wrong People. Make sure to do your research and choose the right attorney; then be sure to...more

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