Posted November 28, 2018, Published by Anita C. Savage | Blogs, Divorce
One of the hardest decisions any person makes is the decision to divorce. That decision brings final acceptance that you and your partner were unable to create the future you planned for when you got married, which was to face life’s challenges and celebrations together, forever. The decision is even harder when children are involved…. Read More
Posted November 13, 2018, Published by Lindsey Obenhaus | Asset and Wealth Identification & Valuation, Divorce
Stock options and Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) are assets that many couples divide in their divorce, especially when one spouse is a high-level employee of a company. These assets can be tricky to divide because of disagreements over their character and value. Stock options and RSUs are not the same. The timing, value, and purpose… Read More
Posted November 5, 2018, Published by Kristen A. Algert | Blogs, Premarital and Post-marital Agreements
The wedding day is fast-approaching: the venue is secured, friends and family members have made travel plans, and most of the details have been completed. You are ready to rest, relax, and enjoy the days leading up to this milestone event. But then, your soon-to-be-spouse presents you with a premarital agreement to sign. What should… Read More
Posted November 5, 2018, Published by Angelica Rolong Cormier | Blogs, Child Custody & Visitation, Child Support, Collaborative Law, Divorce
The divorce process is a very trying time for divorcing spouses, but the impact of the divorce is even greater for any children involved. Telling your children about the divorce may invoke feels of sadness, anger, and guilt. However, you must remember that this conversation is one that your children will remember. How should divorcing… Read More
Posted November 5, 2018, Published by Caroline Galloway | Blogs, Child Custody & Visitation, Child Support, Divorce
If you have a child who receives special education services, or accommodations in school, you should specifically discuss with your attorney how your divorce decree will allocate decision-making rights when it comes to your child’s education. If you have ever sat in a special education meeting (often called an IEP meeting or an ARD meeting),… Read More
Posted September 5, 2018, Published by Eric Robertson | Blogs
Carried interests, which are also known as performance fees or profits interests, are often the primary incentive payment mechanism for general partners and managing members of hedge funds, private equity funds, and venture capital firms. A carried interest is a share of profits the managers of private equity funds receive as compensation. This method of… Read More
Posted July 31, 2018, Published by Lindsey Obenhaus | Asset and Wealth Identification & Valuation, Blogs, Property Division
Money is a central issue in every Texas divorce case. You will need to identify and divide property, allocate debts, and plan for your financial future. This can be a stressful process for anyone, whether you are a financially-savvy businesswoman, or a stay-at-home parent who lacks financial control. This is because our beliefs about money… Read More
Posted July 17, 2018, Published by Jeff Domen | Blogs, Collaborative Law, Divorce
Marriage is not easy. Specializing in high conflict divorce over the past 15 years has opened my eyes to the reality that putting in the work to strengthen a marriage might spare families from experiencing the trauma associated with the divorce process. When marriage gets hard, couples feel hopeless. Most of the struggles couples face start… Read More
Posted May 22, 2018, Published by Caroline Galloway | Blogs, Child Custody & Visitation, Child Support, Divorce
Divorce is an exceptionally difficult process for the entire family. When there is a child with special needs involved in a divorce, this process can seem even more daunting. It is important to evaluate each aspect of the parenting plan contained in the final decree to ensure that it meets the child’s unique physical, financial… Read More
Posted May 17, 2018, Published by Kelly Caperton Fischer | Blogs
Remember the excitement you felt as a child as the school year ended, knowing leisurely summer days were ahead. For divorced parents, this can be a different story. How can divorced parents work together to create a summer schedule that has the right mix of fun and learning and accommodates everyone’s schedule? Below are some… Read More