Will Jewelry Be Divided in a Divorce?
Jewelry can have economic and significant sentimental value. It might represent an important event in your life. You might even have family heirlooms passed down through the generations before you received them.
To answer the question, jewelry might be divided in a divorce. Courts use the same rules for...
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Timeline of an Uncontested vs. Contested Divorce
When you’ve decided it’s time to pursue a divorce, there are certain steps you must take in anticipation. One of these steps is determining whether you should file a contested or uncontested divorce.
The type of divorce partially determines how long you can expect to engage in the divorce...
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What Cannot Be Included in a Prenuptial Agreement?
Prenuptial agreements can significantly help protect assets and create a roadmap in the event of a divorce in New York. Spouses of all ages and financial backgrounds can benefit greatly from these premarital agreements.
If you’re interested in creating a prenuptial agreement prior to your marriage, you may...
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Are Off-Shore Accounts Divided During a Divorce?
Divorce cases can be challenging to navigate, especially when it’s a contentious or high-asset divorce. During your divorce, you must address many critical matters, including property division. To adequately divide your property, each spouse provides financial disclosures detailing their property, assets, and debts.
But what happens when...
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Signs That You Might Need a Divorce
One of the toughest parts about divorce is knowing when the time has come to end the marriage. Each situation is different, but sometimes, there are telltale signs that indicate you should start thinking about seeking a divorce.
If you’re considering filing for divorce, don’t wait to consult with...
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Why Asset Valuation Has a Huge Impact in a Divorce
One of the most essential matters you’ll deal with during divorce is the distribution of property and assets. While a major topic in New York, it can also be one of the most challenging, especially in high-asset divorce cases. Part of the difficulty of property division is asset valuation.
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Protecting the Trust Fund During a Divorce
One of the most important matters you’ll address during your divorce is property and asset distribution. If you have a trust fund, you may wonder what happens to the trust and whether the assets in your trust are available for division.
When you’re dealing with a divorce and have...
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The Effect of a Divorce on Visa or Immigration Status
Going through a divorce can be difficult enough as is, but it is especially so when visas or immigration status are involved. If you’re concerned about how your divorce will affect your U.S. residency, it’s important to reach out and work with a divorce attorney who is well-versed in these unique...
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How Are Collectibles Divided in a Divorce?
There are several important matters to handle during a divorce, including property division. However, dividing property, including collectibles, between spouses can be particularly challenging, especially when the two have certain attachments to their items. Fortunately, a skilled divorce attorney can assist throughout the process.
What are collectibles?
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The Impact of Pre-Marital Debt on Divorce Settlements: Separate vs. Marital Liabilities
There are several important matters separating couples must face during their divorce proceedings, one of the most significant being debt division. While many divorcing spouses are aware of the importance of property division, debt distribution is often just as substantial, especially when spouses have extensive debt.
Navigating debt division...
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Unique Challenges and Considerations for Divorcing Couples Over 50
Divorce can be mentally and emotionally challenging, no matter your age or how long you’ve been divorced. However, for older couples over 50, going through a divorce can come with a whole host of unique obstacles that younger couples do not need to overcome.
While navigating a divorce over...
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How to Protect Your Professional Licenses and Credentials in a Divorce
It often takes years of hard work and money to obtain professional licenses and credentials, but the payoff is typically higher salaries and more employment opportunities.
However, if you’re going through a divorce, it’s important to know whether your spouse has any claim to your professional licenses...
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