News & Analysis as of

Separation Family Law Courts

Pullman & Comley, LLC

Is It Time to Update Your Estate Planning?

Pullman & Comley, LLC on

An estate plan allows a person to direct where their assets go on their death—having your estate planning in order allows your voice and your wishes to be heard. If you die without an estate plan, your wishes may not be...more

Cozen O'Connor

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

Cozen O'Connor on

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

Lerch, Early & Brewer

Navigating the Hardest Phase of Divorce

Lerch, Early & Brewer on

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

Lewitt Hackman

Spousal Support 101: A Guide to Payments in a California Divorce

Lewitt Hackman on

Weddings can be an expensive way to start a marriage; and divorce can be a costly way to end one. A marriage’s financial obligations do not necessarily end when the relationship ends. One of the most significant financial...more

Lewitt Hackman

From Cutting the Umbilical Cord to Cutting the Child Support Check

Lewitt Hackman on

Raising a child comes with financial responsibilities, which become tougher when parents’ divorce or separate, and child support payments become necessary. Child support is the amount of money the court orders a parent to...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

Kaufman & Canoles

5 Practical Steps to Take Upon Separation

Kaufman & Canoles on

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

Stange Law Firm, PC

Should no-fault divorce end?

Stange Law Firm, PC on

Many politicians have been paying increasing attention to no-fault divorce. It began in 1969 when then-Governor Ronald Reagan signed it into law in California. Afterward, states across the country started implementing it....more

Weber Gallagher Simpson Stapleton Fires &...

We Never Got Married, Can You Help Me?

There have always been those couples who decide, for whatever reason, not to get married. They continue to live together and build a life together without the formality of marriage. So, what happens when a relationship like...more

Stange Law Firm, PC

Is dating during divorce okay?

Stange Law Firm, PC on

Many people consider whether it is acceptable to date during a divorce. Some need to connect with somebody they enjoy spending time with, but they often worry whether this will hurt or impact the divorce....more

Lasher Holzapfel Sperry & Ebberson PLLC

Establishing a Residential Schedule in a Washington Parenting Plan

If you and your spouse are undergoing a divorce with children, there’s a good chance you are thinking about what kind of custody arrangement you will end up with. In Washington, we refer to these as “Residential Provisions”...more

Lowenstein Sandler LLP

2023 Pro Bono Report

Lowenstein Sandler LLP on

Lowenstein Sandler is celebrating the 15th anniversary of its Center for the Public Interest with the publication of its latest Pro Bono Report, detailing the firm’s pro bono efforts throughout 2023, which included serving...more

Lerch, Early & Brewer

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

Lerch, Early & Brewer on

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

Blank Rome LLP

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

Blank Rome LLP on

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

14 Results
 / 
View per page
Page: of 1

"My best business intelligence, in one easy email…"

Your first step to building a free, personalized, morning email brief covering pertinent authors and topics on JD Supra:
*By using the service, you signify your acceptance of JD Supra's Privacy Policy.
- hide
- hide