After people get married, they generally share their resources and their responsibilities. Spouses often buy homes together, save jointly for retirement and may both deposit their paychecks into the same bank account. Most people understand that they may need to...
Parents often take a contentious approach to custody matters. Sometimes, neither parent can put their emotions aside. Other times, one parent tries desperately to put the children first while the other engages in inappropriate and antagonistic behavior. It can be very...
The marital home where couples live together is often their biggest shared asset. Couples often spend thousands on a down payment and earmark a significant portion of their monthly income to cover mortgage payments. Each spouse theoretically has an interest in the...
Going through a divorce can be an emotional rollercoaster for any couple. However, for a high-asset couple, the process can be further exacerbated by financial disputes. One of the most troubling issues that can arise during divorce proceedings is the concealment of...
Some people have to start 401(k)s as part of a comprehensive benefit package when they begin a new job. Others slowly fund a private 401(k) that they start on their own behalf as self-employed professionals. Regardless of which approach a professional employs, they...
Navigating a high-asset divorce process is rarely a straightforward endeavor. Unless a couple has a viable prenup or postnup in place that settles virtually all property division concerns, any high-asset divorce process is likely going to get fairly messy at one point...
Divorce is a time of emotional upheaval and financial uncertainty. Unless a couple already has a marital agreement, there can be a lot of conflict related to the division of their resources as they prepare for divorce. Many couples would prefer to retain control over...
For Maryland residents facing the difficult decision to end their marriage, understanding the distinction between separate and marital property is crucial. If you are navigating divorce, considering these intricacies can significantly impact your approach to the...
Divorce is hard in a lot of different ways. Establishing new boundaries and protecting your personal information from intrusion is critically important as soon as you know a divorce is imminent. The need for personal privacy can take on added importance if your...
When you’re going through a divorce, it’s really hard not to keep all the financial issues at the front of your mind. Unfortunately, people can get very focused on the day-to-day expenses they’re facing and overlook some serious issues that can leave them facing an...
