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Pensions on Divorce: Practical Hurdles and the Gender Pension Gap

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The UK pension sharing system often results in poor outcomes for divorced women due to its complexity and low uptake. Practical issues like timing delays, unresponsive ex-spouses, and fluctuating pension credit values further...more

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China Just Changed Divorce Forever - And It’s Stirring Global Controversy

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China's revised divorce law, effective February 1, 2025, introduces significant legal changes aimed at reducing impulsive divorces and reinforcing family stability. While the law applies only in China, it offers important...more

Dickinson Wright

The Hazards of Not Changing Beneficiaries Post-Divorce

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A recent case by the Tennessee Court of Appeals highlights the importance of changing one’s insurance and retirement policy beneficiaries after divorce. This is true no matter what the divorce documents say and no matter what...more

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Prenuptial and Postnuptial Agreements in the Cayman Islands

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A prenuptial agreement is a contract entered into by prospective spouses before marriage, outlining how their assets, debts, and other financial matters will be handled in the event of divorce. A postnuptial agreement is a...more

Cozen O'Connor

Case Spotlight: Schrader v. Schrader and Setting Aside Separation Agreements

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In Schrader v. Schrader, 2025 BCCA 50 (Schrader v. Schrader), Mr. Schrader argued that his ex-spouse was bound to a previously agreed separation agreement. The BC Court of Appeal rejected Mr. Schrader's argument and upheld...more

Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP

When Saying Goodbye Is Not Forever: Ex-Spouses Who Continue as Business Partners After Divorce

When a married couple enters into a divorce proceeding, they generally expect to end things in a final decree that fully divides all of their marital assets. But when they fully own or have a large interest in a closely held,...more

Fox Rothschild LLP

When a Prenuptial Agreement Says “Waiving All Rights”, It Really Does Mean Waiving All Rights

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Too often, litigants (and sometimes attorneys) treat prenuptial agreements as documents that either don’t have to be followed and/or should be attacked as a matter of course to try to get the party who entitlements are...more

Pullman & Comley, LLC

Can’t We All Just Get Along? – Choosing to Litigate Your Family Matter Does Not Mean Trial Is Your Only Option

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Your spouse, former spouse, or former partner comes to you and proposes that you resolve your divorce, financial, or custody dispute through the Collaborative process (a formal arrangement to resolve your matter without any...more

Ervin Cohen & Jessup LLP

Receiver Selling Property Outside The Jurisdiction Of The Receivership Court

Q: I am a California state court receiver in a family law case. The divorcing couple owns property in Virginia and Michigan. I know, generally, that in order for me to sell the property I would have to be appointed ancillary...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

Warner Norcross + Judd

Heir Tight: Locking Down the Legacy

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A child’s wedding is an exciting and deeply meaningful milestone for any parent. It also marks a period of significant change, not only in your child’s life but in your own as well. As with any major life transition, it is...more

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Insulate Your Marriage From Problems Online

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The Greek philosopher Socrates once said, “When the debate is lost, slander becomes the tool of the loser.” He was lucky he didn’t live in the age of Facebook. Thanks to the vast social network, it has never been easier to...more

Stange Law Firm, PC

Is the real estate assessor’s value accurate?

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In a dissolution of marriage, the value of the marital home is often a significant issue. For some marriages, the marital home may be the most valuable marital asset. Determining the value of the marital home is crucial...more

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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

American Conference Institute (ACI)

[Event] High-Net-Worth Contentious Disputes - June 12th - 13th, New York, NY

As the landscape of HNW disputes remains increasingly complex — with cross-border disputes, challenges with tracing and valuating digital assets, contentious trusts, and privacy concerns playing larger roles — ACI's Inaugural...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

Stange Law Firm, PC

Are divorce and family law matters simple?

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The view that many have about divorce and family law matters is that it should be simple. Parties should resolve their difference quickly, save money on legal fees, and walk away from the matter friendly and amicably. Many...more

Davidoff Hutcher & Citron LLP

Business Valuation Methods for Restaurants in Divorce Settlements

Divorce is challenging for any business owner, but for restaurant owners, it presents unique complexities—especially when determining the value of the business. A restaurant’s worth isn’t just about profits; it also includes...more

Kohrman Jackson & Krantz LLP

Contested vs. Uncontested Divorce: What’s the Difference?

Contested vs. Uncontested: At first glance, the distinction between these terms can seem intimidating. “Contested” may suggest a drawn-out legal battle, while “uncontested” sounds simple and straightforward. But are these...more

Davidoff Hutcher & Citron LLP

Managing Spousal Claims to Business Profits in Divorce

For restaurant owners, divorce can pose unique challenges—especially when it comes to dividing business assets and profits. Unlike other marital assets, a restaurant is often a personal passion and a critical source of...more

Lasher Holzapfel Sperry & Ebberson PLLC

Cryptocurrency in Divorce

Cryptocurrency is an increasingly common investment in spouses’ portfolios. While cryptocurrency can present unique challenges due to the various exchanges, different forms of recordkeeping, and new vocabulary, the key...more

Conn Kavanaugh

Alimony Refresher

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Enactment of the “Alimony Reform Act” The “Alimony Reform Act” of Massachusetts (G. L. c. 208, §§ 48- 55) was enacted in 2012 and dramatically altered the spousal support/alimony landscape. Thirteen years later, it is...more

Adler Pollock & Sheehan P.C.

Newly Married? Young Parents? Start Your Estate Plan Now

Estate planning is not a task that often comes to mind for those who are newlyweds or those parents who are in the midst of raising young children. Either you’re still enjoying the post-wedding excitement and promise of a new...more

Dentons

Iowa Divorce Law Is Changing: What Parents Need To Know About College Expenses

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Iowa courts have held the authority to order divorced parents to contribute to their children's college education expenses. This unique provision, outlined in the Iowa Code as the "postsecondary education subsidy," has been a...more

Offit Kurman

Navigating the Unique Challenges of LGBTQ Divorces in a Changing Legal Landscape

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The legalization of same-sex marriage in the United States in 2015 with the landmark Obergefell v. Hodges decision marked a monumental step toward equality. However, the journey does not end with marriage; LGBTQ couples face...more

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