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Nothing says 'romance' like negotiating a prenuptial agreement in the months leading up to your wedding, right? But, as awkward as it may seem, negotiating a prenuptial agreement with your future spouse is practical and a good idea, particularly if one spouse has more...

Planning for a wedding and divorce at the same time might feel like you’re setting yourself up for failure. However, financial experts will tell you getting a prenup can strengthen a marriage by getting future spouses to agree on essential money matters ahead of time,...

In 2020, 45.1% of U.S. marriages ended in divorce, according to the Centers for Disease Control and  Prevention (CDC). This is not a statistic couples want to consider on their wedding day, but if they wind up in divorce court, they may wish they had signed a prenup...

There’s a reason you feel irked when someone gets your name wrong—your name is an important part of your identity. Your name may represent your culture, your community, your personal identity, your familial ties and even a connection to your ancestors. Your name...

There are many reasons someone might want to change their name – marriage and divorce are the most common. However, there are several reasons people change their name and having an attorney to walk you through the process is critical. Name changes are more common than...

Prenuptial Agreements Prenuptial agreements are not just for the wealthy, they safeguard assets and provide financial stability in the event of a divorce. Today, more couples are signing prenuptial agreements than ever before. This type of agreement can ensure your...

Prenuptial Agreement Checklist A prenuptial agreement allows you and your partner to set the terms of property rights and more for your marriage. Consider these 7 essential reasons to get a prenup. Every prenup needs a thorough review by a prenuptial lawyer; always...

Right to Marriage On June 26, 2015, the Supreme Court ruled in the case of Obergefell v. Hodges the United States Constitution guarantees same-sex couples the right to marriage. As reported in The New York Times, Justice Anthony M. Kennedy defined marriage as a...