In a recent case, Marriage of Moore, an often overlooked asset, accrued vacation pay, was the issue and whether or …
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In a recent case, Marriage of Moore, an often overlooked asset, accrued vacation pay, was the issue and whether or …
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Jurisdiction is a foundational legal principle that determines whether a court has the authority to hear and decide a case. …
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There are very few things in life as stressful as a break-up. Stress, has been linked to disease, our mental …

Understanding the Intersection of Divorce and Income Tax Filing With a new year comes the filing of income tax returns. …
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Statements of intent and acknowledgments in postmarital agreements have generally been regarded as merely boilerplate language without much substance, but …

The date of separation is a very important date in dissolution proceedings. There are a number of things the date …

You likely have heard that Congress passed a substantial tax reform bill that was signed into law last month. Nothing …
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The high conflict dissolution can be wrought with hostility, custody battles, allegations of abuse, restraining orders, frequent court hearings and …
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When considering divorce or separation, the first thing to do is to prepare for financial, family, and emotional challenges. Financial …
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