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What Can the Albatross Teach Us About Divorce?
The albatross is a strong, beautiful bird with remarkable capabilities, and it is considered an omen of good luck in many cultures. Yet we tend to associate the albatross with emotional pain and guilt. We say someone is wearing an…
Read MoreChild Support for New York Adult Children with Special Needs Extended to Age 26
New York has finally passed a law to extend child support for the care of adult children with developmental disabilities until 26. In doing so, New York joined 40 other states in recognizing the basic reality that for children with…
Read MoreAndrea Vacca Selected as a Super Lawyer for 9th Consecutive Year
We are honored to be featured in Super Lawyers for the 9th consecutive year! Super Lawyers is an exclusive list, recognizing no more than five percent of attorneys in the state. Part of Thomson Reuters, Super Lawyers is a rating…
Read MoreWhy You Should Use a Prenuptial Agreement to Avoid Contentious Divorce [Video]
A critical reason that people want prenups is to avoid a contentious divorce. Many people come from a divorced household and do not want to undergo a contentious divorce, as their parents had, and they want to avoid putting their…
Read MorePlay it Where it Lands: Why Monkeys on a Golf Course in India Can Help Navigate a Divorce
Monkeys, Golf and Lessons For Navigating Divorce (and Life) Back when India was under British rule, a posh golf course was constructed in Kolkata (Calcutta). Monkeys who lived on the grounds developed a habit of picking up balls in play…
Read MoreAll About Prenuptial Agreements – 5 Frequently Asked Questions
We answer many questions from clients who want to know about prenuptial agreements and whether a prenup would be right in their situation. While we discussed several of these questions in an earlier blog, the topic of prenuptial agreements can…
Read MoreAll About Prenuptial Agreements – 3 Frequently Asked Questions
Our clients ask many questions about prenuptial agreements and whether they make sense in their particular circumstances. The topic can be sensitive, because each person has their own preconceived notions about prenups, and the concept brings up negative connotations for…
Read MoreThe Mediation Process and What You Can Expect [VIDEO]
The attorneys at Vacca Family Law Group are committed to keeping the focus on your interests and goals in the mediation process. First, we’ll talk through all the issues that need to be considered and agreed on before creating a separation agreement.…
Read MoreWhy Clients Should Consider Prenuptial and Postnuptial Agreements [Video]
Andrea Vacca takes questions from a group of financial advisers asking about one of their most pressing topics— prenuptial and postnuptial agreements. In this video, Andrea discusses: What prenuptial and postnuptial agreements are Reasons why clients would want prenuptial and…
Read MorePostnuptial Agreements: Should You Get One? [VIDEO]
A postnuptial agreement is an agreement that you sign during your marriage. It sets out new terms for how the marital relationship will work. A postnuptial agreement also talks about the rights and obligations of each spouse during the new…
Read MoreAll About Prenuptial Agreements: Frequently Asked Questions
There are so many questions to consider regarding prenuptial agreements and whether one would be right for your situation. It can be a potentially sensitive topic, as each person has their connotations about prenuptial agreements. To make it easier for…
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