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How Spouses Hide Crypto During Divorce

New York High-Net-Worth Divorce: The Role of Cryptocurrency in Asset Division Cryptocurrency has become a decisive factor in many highly-publicized millionaire divorces. Bitcoin and other digital currencies have become a magnet for spouses looking to hide assets from their soon-to-be exes. Because crypto is held at no bank and controlled by no central authority, a husband or wife could hold millions of dollars’ worth of...

Feb 2, 2024

Child Custody

Emergency Child Custody: What to Do If Your Child Is in Danger

It’s every parent’s worst nightmare: your child is in danger, and you are powerless to help. In today’s society, we live with real potential for harm in so many forms: an active shooter on a school campus, a traffic accident, or a medical emergency. In those...

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Jan 31, 2024

Divorce

How to Keep Your Divorce Out of the Public Eye

Most divorcing couples prefer to keep their personal affairs private. Divorce is rarely pretty, and leaked details of your relationship, parenting, and financial issues can impact every aspect of your life—from job performance to family and community relationships....

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Jan 24, 2024

Nuptial Pacts

5 Strategies to Convince Your Fiancé to Sign a Prenup

When it comes to marriage, it is essential to consider all aspects of your future together, including the possibility of a prenuptial agreement. A prenuptial agreement, or prenup, is a legal contract that outlines the division of assets and responsibilities in the event of...

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Jan 18, 2024

Divorce

21 Questions to Ask When You're Hiring a Divorce Attorney

When navigating divorce’s personal and procedural complexities, having a skilled attorney by your side can be a lifesaver. But how do you find the right divorce attorney for your case? Not all divorce lawyers are equally equipped for all types of disputes. To help...

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Jan 10, 2024

Divorce

Divorcing a Disabled Spouse

Going through a divorce is generally difficult, as the emotional turmoil and the legal complexity can seem overwhelming. But these problems can be exponentially harder when you are divorcing a disabled spouse. Unlike a divorce between two non-disabled parties, a couple that...

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Jan 3, 2024

Child Custody

How Are Adopted Children Handled in Divorce?

While the legal process of divorce may have similarities for both biological and adopted children, there are specific considerations that are taken into account when it comes to the well-being and custody arrangements for adopted children. One of the fundamental questions...

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Dec 22, 2023

Child Custody

Special Needs Trusts and Divorce: Ensuring Protection for Children with...

For couples who have children with special needs, divorce, and child support agreements can present unique challenges. Special needs trusts become invaluable tools for ensuring these children's well-being and financial security after divorce proceedings. What Is a Special...

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Dec 19, 2023

Child Custody

How to Prove Alcoholism in a New York Child Custody Case

Child custody matters can be challenging and complex, especially when alcoholism is involved. In New York, family courts prioritize the child's best interests in determining custody arrangements. If one parent is struggling with alcoholism, it may significantly impact their...

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Dec 13, 2023

Child Custody

How Fathers Win Full Custody in a New York Divorce

Historically, New York family courts have leaned toward awarding mothers full custody of the children. But in recent years, there has been a shift towards recognizing fathers as full custodians of their children. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, custodial fathers rose from...

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