By Alphonse Provinziano | July 9, 2024
It's possible the decision may spur other states to pass laws similar to the one in California.
Daily Business Review | Commentary
By Elisa Reiter and Daniel Pollack | July 5, 2024
Be aware of the phenomenon of concept creep. Implement appropriate safeguards. The family law system can better serve the needs of divorcing families and protect the well-being of children while upholding the principles of fairness and due process if everyone understands that one definition may not hold for all applications of one concept.
New York Law Journal | Analysis
By Jeffrey A. Galant | July 3, 2024
A noteworthy aspect of such planning, and the focus of this article, is the benefit, if any, of planning in advance for the relief from certain federal income tax liabilities potentially available to a married couple who reside together.
Daily Business Review | Commentary
By Aliette Hernandez Carolan | July 2, 2024
The landscape of divorce law has undergone significant changes, creating a conducive environment for the rise of digital divorce platforms. Two major legal trends in Florida exemplify this transformation: the shift toward equal time-sharing and the overhaul of alimony laws.
New York Law Journal | Commentary
By Timothy M. Tippins | June 28, 2024
In this article, Timothy M. Tippins shares some thoughts that may be useful to the rising generation as well as to fellow 'Old Schoolers' who are now charged with welcoming and acclimating the newcomers into our profession.
By Alan Feigenbaum | June 28, 2024
Alan Feigenbaum, partner at Blank Rome, writes: As divorce lawyers, we must choose our words carefully, particularly in emails. The J.G. decision is a reminder that how we choose our words can carry enormous consequences in the outcome of a matrimonial case.
National Law Journal | Commentary
By Elisa Reiter and Daniel Pollack | June 28, 2024
Just like labeling children may have a lifelong impact on how they view themselves, assigning vague or inaccurate labels in a family law case can cause lasting damage. It is important to take a fresh perspective in such cases, untainted by broad psychological labels that may cause a court to color its perspective.
Daily Business Review | Commentary
By Rebecca L. Palmer | June 27, 2024
Navigating acceptance requires a delicate balance of standing firm in one's beliefs while being open to understanding and respecting the other's perspective, especially with your spouse.
By Elisa Reiter and Daniel Pollack | June 27, 2024
"Mediation provides parties with greater control over the process and outcome," according to Elisa Reiter and Daniel Pollack.
By Dilpreet Rai and Alyssa Rower | June 27, 2024
In New York, assets held in trusts established and funded by a third-party for the benefit of a spouse are excluded from the marital property estate; however, if the beneficiary has access to a discretionary trust during the marriage, certain issues may still arise in a divorce.
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