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Child Custody Agreements That Last: How to Create a Flexible, Future-Focused Parenting Plan
Creating a lasting child custody agreement requires more than just splitting time—it demands flexibility, clear communication, and a focus on your child’s well-being. In this article, you’ll learn how to design a future-focused parenting plan that adapts to life’s changes and reduces conflict through thoughtful, non-adversarial legal support. When parents separate, one of the most…
Read MoreFinancial Infidelity in Your Marriage? How to Choose the Right Divorce Process in New York
If your spouse betrayed you financially, you may think court is your only option—but it’s not. This article explains why Collaborative Divorce can offer the financial transparency and legal support you need without escalating conflict, and how to choose the right process for your situation. When your spouse betrays you financially, it can throw you…
Read MoreWhat No-Fault Divorce Means—and Why It Should Remain the Law
Unilateral No-Fault Divorce is currently the law in all 50 states, allowing one spouse to legally end a marriage without needing to prove wrongdoing by the other. However, this fundamental right is now facing growing political opposition as conservative politicians express a desire to eliminate or narrow the right to No-Fault Divorce. Although unilateral No-Fault…
Read MoreDivorce and Taxes – A 4-Part Guide to Avoiding Costly Mistakes – Part 4: Long-Term Tax Planning for Divorce: How to Protect Your Financial Future
Most people focus on the short-term during divorce—but smart financial planning means thinking years, even decades, ahead. A settlement that looks fair today may become burdensome tomorrow if it doesn’t account for long-term tax consequences. In this final installment of our series, we look at how to build a divorce agreement that supports your financial…
Read MoreDivorce and Taxes – A 4-Part Guide to Avoiding Costly Mistakes – Part 3: Common Tax Mistakes Divorcing Couples Make–and How to Avoid Them
Dividing assets in a divorce isn’t just about splitting everything 50/50—it’s about understanding the real, after-tax value of each asset. Failing to factor in taxes during the division process can leave one spouse at a serious disadvantage and result in unpleasant financial surprises down the road. In Part 3 of our 4-part series, Lili Vasileff,…
Read MoreDivorce and Taxes – A 4-Part Guide to Avoiding Costly Mistakes – Part 2: How to Minimize Capital Gains Taxes When Selling the Marital Home After Divorce
Selling the marital home can be one of the most emotionally and financially challenging aspects of divorce. Understanding how to minimize taxes when selling your home is crucial to making the best financial decision. Often, homeowners overlook potential tax consequences during the sale, leading to unexpected financial burdens down the road. Lili Vasileff, a Certified…
Read MoreDivorce and Taxes – A 4-Part Guide to Avoiding Costly Mistakes – Part 1: Hidden Tax Traps in Divorce: What You Need to Know Before Dividing Assets
When divorcing, it’s not just about who gets what—it’s about how those assets are taxed. Tax implications can dramatically alter your financial future, yet they’re often overlooked in the heat of negotiation. In this 4-part blog series, we explore the critical but often-overlooked tax implications of divorce to help you avoid financial missteps and make…
Read MoreHow to Support Your Friends Through Divorce Without Taking Sides
Supporting a friend through a divorce can be challenging, especially when your friends with both spouses. Whether you’re helping a friend navigate their divorce or considering divorce yourself, there are ways to preserve relationships and move forward with dignity. If you are friends with both spouses who are divorcing, you may feel the need to…
Read MoreDivorcing After 50? The Team Approach Can Make Your Gray Divorce Easier, Smarter, and More Respectful
Divorce after 50, often called “Gray Divorce,” is more common than ever. In fact, 36% of all adults who divorced in 2022 were 50 or older. Starting over at this stage of life comes with unique challenges, from dividing decades of shared assets to addressing future financial and emotional needs. When I work with clients…
Read MoreDividing the Vacation Home in Divorce: Practical Solutions for Shared Properties
For couples who have second homes that are used primarily on weekends or for vacation, determining how to share usage during the divorce process and how to divide the asset after the divorce is an important issue that needs to be resolved. These homes are often viewed as more than just a real estate holding,…
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