Hangley Aronchick Segal Pudlin & Schiller Family Law Blog
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By Mathew Gomez It does not happen too often, but every once in a while you might find yourself dealing with a party who simply does not want to be found. Whether they have fled the state, hid their location, and/or just refuse to disclose their whereabouts, it can be arduous to get the divorce… Read More
So your spouse has filed for divorce and you have decided to retain counsel to represent you in the divorce and related custody and/or support matters. Clients always want to know if their spouse will have to pay for their counsel fees. We as lawyers often hear: “It’s not fair, he has so much… Read More
Your spouse just announced he or she wants a divorce and you do not know the next steps. Generally, there are multiple claims which can be made in the context of a divorce matter. Those claims include equitable distribution (distribution of assets), alimony (support of a spouse after the divorce decree is entered), and counsel… Read More
Spring has sprung and it brings high school graduates who will be heading off to college. You can hear the pomp and circumstance music playing as you proudly watch your child march across the stage and receive their diploma. But….you have a pit in your stomach when you think about how you are… Read More
Tax season is upon us with a tax deadline of April 18, 2022. This means separated or divorced parties are trying to determine whether to file tax returns jointly or separately. Here are some quick tax tips for family law clients and practitioners related to filing 2022 taxes: 1. Make the determination early as… Read More
You’ve made the decision to take the first step toward divorce, and you’ve scheduled an appointment to consult with a lawyer knowledgeable in family law. This is a big step, rife with anxiety, sadness, apprehension, and, most likely, a hundred other emotions. However, in the midst of the emotional turmoil, you also want to make… Read More
Each year, fall brings a new school year, cooler weather, and the beginning of the holiday season. The holidays can be difficult even for intact families, but for parents who live in separate households, the holidays often come with added strife and tension, as parents try to navigate and schedule multiple events, celebrations and family… Read More
It’s September and that means back to school for kids and parents. Undoubtedly your child’s school probably has a back-to-school night where parents can meet the teacher face to face (or maybe on ZOOM depending on your district and their COVID-19 policies) so you, as a parent, can get the so-called lay of the land… Read More
Real estate properties, which would otherwise have sat on the market for months or years, are now being sold in a matter of days and/or weeks at top dollar and many times over asking price, with many properties subject to bidding wars among multiple potential buyers. Many people who lived in the city have moved… Read More
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