- Divorce Takeaways from the Channing Tatum Jenna Dewan Split | Blog | May 2024 by Dror Bikel
The highly-publicized divorce of Channing Tatum and Jenna Dewan continues to make headlines as the former couple navigates the aftermath of their split. The pair, who officially ended their nine-year marriage in 2019 after separating in 2018, have been embroiled in a legal battle over the details...
- 10 Things You Will Want to Know Before Remarrying | Blog | April 2024 by Naomi Schanfield
Once you have experienced a first marriage that didn’t work out as expected, facing the prospect of remarriage can be daunting. However, it can also be an exciting adventure and an opportunity to start again and get it right this time.
To help you gain some understanding and perspective...
- The Art in Divorce: How NYC Divorce Courts Divide Art Collections | Blog | March 2024 by Dror Bikel
We all know divorce can get messy, but when high-dollar art collections are involved, messy may be an understatement. Just look at David and Libbie Mugrabi. Filing for divorce in late July 2018, the couple reportedly tussled over their $5 billion art collection – starring works by Pablo...
- How Are Adopted Children Handled in Divorce? | Blog | January 2024 by Karen B. Rosenthal
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 that arises is...
- The 10 Most Complex and Contested Asset Categories in High-Net-Worth Divorces | Blog | November 2023 by Dror Bikel
Understanding Complex Assets and Asset Division in High-net-worth Divorce in New York
High-net-worth divorces involve high financial stakes. Marital property in these cases may include lucrative businesses, trusts, luxury offshore properties, inherited wealth, and valuable artwork. While affluent...
- Are You Married to a Psychopath? 18 Signs That Your Spouse May Be a Psychopath | Blog | June 2023 by Dror Bikel
The chances that you are dating or married to a psychopath are not as far-fetched as you may imagine. About one out of every 100 people is a psychopath, and they tend to be extremely charming and charismatic. Therefore they are often highly successful in mainstream occupations and popular in...
- 6 of the Most Expensive Divorces and What We Can Learn from Them | Blog | September 2022 by Dror Bikel
“From those to whom much is given, much is expected.” These were words from Bill Gates’ mother to Melinda French Gates before she and Bill married. Her words foretold the enormous payout Gates would have to make in their divorce. The Gates divorce is just one of the most expensive...
- NFTs and Divorce | Blog | March 2022 by Dror Bikel
NFTs (non-fungible tokens) are unique digital files that have become the fastest-growing segment of the art world. These assets' high value and speculative nature make them items that must be carefully assessed in a divorce.
What Is an NFT?
NFTs are digital items of value created on...
- 10 Best Couples Therapists in Manhattan | Blog | December 2021 by Dror Bikel
You didn’t enter your marriage lightly, and you don’t want to end your marriage without trying everything to make it work. If your marriage is in trouble, you are likely considering your options. Divorce is a last-ditch, final solution, but many marriages can be saved through couples...
- October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month - Understanding The Facts & Legal Options | Blog | October 2020 by Naomi Schanfield
Trigger Warning: Domestic Violence
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Domestic violence is more prevalent than most people realize. According to the data from hotline.org, each minute in the United States, 24 people become victims of domestic violence, including more than 12...
- What You Need to Know About New York State Protective Orders | Blog | June 2020 by Naomi Schanfield
Orders of protection (sometimes called restraining orders) can be issued in New York as part of a divorce or custody case, or simply on their own. These types of orders are issued to protect family members from violence and crimes like stalking or harassment. Domestic violence can happen in any...
- Shut in with your Abuser? Here's How to Get Help | Blog | April 2020 by Naomi Schanfield
Like everyone else in New York state, you've been told to stay home due to COVID-19. Non-essential businesses and schools are closed, and even playgrounds have been shut down, as the governor warns people not to crowd into parks. You're isolated from your friends, your extended family, and your...
- All Giuiliani’s Wives – Love and Loathing in New York City | Blog | May 2018 by Dror Bikel
Former NYC Mayor, now latest Trump defender, Rudy Giuliani’s nasty divorce from his third wife Judith is not the first scandalous split in the politician’s life.
His previous marriages, to an alleged second cousin and to an actress - TV personality, also gave the tabloids endless...
- 8 Items I Covet at Russell Crowe’s Upcoming Divorce Auction | Blog | March 2018 by Dror Bikel
Over the years, I have handled countless high-net-worth, high-conflict divorces. On many occasions, some of the assets to be divided were so unique, that we had to bring in a myriad of expert valuators, antique connoisseurs, and art scholars to establish how much a particular item was truly worth...
- New York City Divorce: New Yorkers are Different – Rules & Realities | Blog | January 2018 by Dror Bikel
New York City divorce is anything but typical.
With its cultural diversity, wide socioeconomic range and distinct occupations, New York City divorce is in a realm of its own. High net worth New York City families face challenging asset valuation and equitable distribution obstacles. New York...