Will I Have To Pay Spousal Support After Getting Divorced?
In many marriages, one spouse is a breadwinner and the other manages the home and children. This can result in one spouse being financially dependent on the other, and in the event of a divorce, the financially-dependent person may request spousal support.
If you were the breadwinner in your...
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Assets That Can Be Difficult To Value In High Net Worth Divorces
Every divorce has the potential to be complicated. However, if you and your soon-to-be ex are affluent and will have substantial assets to divide, the process can be even more difficult because the financial stakes can be exceptionally high.
There can also be added complexity to the process because...
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Deciding Who Keeps The Family Home In A Divorce
Key questions to ask yourself before making the decision
One of the most difficult decisions during a divorce can be deciding where you will live. Your home may be one that you have grown to love over time and you can’t imagine leaving.
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What Will Happen To The Family Business After My Divorce?
Marriages that have produced a family business are often left wondering what to expect after the division to the marriage is finalized. Will I have to divide the business? Is there any way it can continue to thrive despite the marriage failing? These are legitimate concerns to ask when separating the financial...
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High-Asset Divorce: Prenup Protects Georgina Chapman’s Interests
Prenuptial agreements can protect spouses in marriages anywhere, including in Oregon, regardless of their net worth. They can be particularly valuable in a high-asset divorce. A perfect example may be the divorce of celebrities Harvey Weinstein and Georgina Chapman. Both spouses are highly successful in their respective fields — he as a...
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The Start Of The New Year Brings Increase In Divorce Filings
The beginning of the year represents a time for change for many Oregon residents and others around the country. In some cases, people set new health goals or make plans to improve their finances. However, others choose the new year to make a new start in their relationships. In fact, many experts...
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What Are Some Reasons A Prenup May Be Invalidated?
Last month, we wrote a post about prenuptial agreements and how to go about getting one of these contracts without ruining your relationship. In that post, the importance of the prenuptial agreement was central to the discussion. Today, we want to talk about the prenuptial agreement in a different context: how a...
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Electronic Tracking Devices Playing A Role In Divorce Proceedings
There have been many amazing advances in technology over the past several years. Items that were once used only by professionals are now available to any consumer in Oregon or elsewhere around the country. One example of such technology is a GPS tracker that, once installed in a car, can determine the...
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Shared Parenting: A Positive Child Custody Arrangement
When a couple gets a divorce in Oregon or anywhere around the country, there are numerous issues they must address during the process. If the couple has children together, the issue of child custody is paramount in their decision making. The best interests of the child are considered the standard by which courts...
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Tax Reform Bill Can Affect Alimony Payments In Divorce Process
The tax reform bill currently in Congress is a hot topic in the state of Oregon and other states across the country. One issue addressed in the bill that is before the House of Representatives is the treatment of alimony. Since the discussion of alimony can be a potentially volatile subject in...
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Avoid Common Financial Pitfalls In Divorce
When a marriage ends in Oregon or anywhere else around the nation, couples often find that their financial situation is negatively affected. Incomes are typically reduced, yet each household has its own set of expenses. Financial experts have identified several areas of concern for women involved in a divorce. However, men as...
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Shared Parenting Gaining Support In Child Custody Decisions
There are many issues to address when couples from Oregon or elsewhere around the country go through a divorce. If a couple has children, the topic of child custody is often one of the more complex issues that is discussed. Many psychologists and child experts are now citing that children fare better when...
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