Worldwide: Divorce

Divorce cases used to rely heavily on live testimony. Courts were required to weigh credibility between competing narratives. That is no longer the reality.

When a business owner faces a divorce, an initial fear is often, “Will I lose my company?” There is a common misconception that the business entity itself – the LLC, the corporation, or the partnership – is an asset of the marital estate.

Economic uncertainty has a way of putting major life decisions on hold. For many individuals – especially business owners, executives, and other high-income professionals – the instinct is to wait until the economy stabilizes before moving forward with a major decision like divorce.

As of March 1, 2026, certain non-financed transfers of residential real estate to business entities and trusts will trigger new federal reporting requirements.

Considering divorce in California? This step-by-step guide explains eligibility, filing fees, service, timelines, and how to finish your divorce. *Fees may vary depending on county.

A recent decision from Manhattan Commercial Division Justice Robert R. Reed explores some of the mighty defensive powers...

Many people mistakenly believe that gifts left to their married children in their estate plan will remain the property of their child in the event of the child's divorce.

Paxton Endres and Bianca Brotherton's DW FastTrack Podcast episode, "Co-Parenting with Your Toxic Ex-Partner," for valuable insights and practical strategies on navigating...

Divorce, the death of a spouse, or receiving an inheritance can bring emotional upheaval and financial uncertainty. These moments often prompt difficult questions about what comes...