Prenuptial agreements provide a range of benefits and protections beyond those that are commonly considered. Couples preparing to get married may wonder if a prenuptial agreement is a good idea for them. Because of the many benefits of a prenuptial agreement, it is...
Year: 2021
Scooter Braun, music mogul, splits from heiress wife
Music industry power player Scooter Braun has separated from his wife of seven years Yael Cohen. Braun is best known for managing the careers of numerous high-profile musicians, including Kanye West and Taylor Swift. The 40-year-old record executive recently made...
What should not be included in our prenup?
As you and your significant other prepare to tie the knot, you may be trying to decide whether a prenuptial agreement is right for you. Prenups can serve different purposes depending on the needs of the couple. Prenups may be used to: Distribute assets Provide...
Divorce is at historic lows, but it may not last
To almost everyone’s surprise, including the experts and lay people alike, divorce rates are at historic lows across the U.S. Anecdotally, nearly everyone expected a divorce tsunami to occur this year or towards the end of last year, but that simply has not...
Concerns to consider during a gray divorce
Gray divorce refers to divorces between couples who are aged 50 or older which are increasing. Divorcing later in life can bring unique challenges divorcing couples in that situation should be prepared for. Common concerns during a gray divorce Divorce can be...
Four tips for co-parenting during the summer months
As summer approaches, many divorced parents and their children will be transitioning from their school-year custody plan to their summer custody plan. This involves cooperation between both parents, as a summer child custody plan can look very different from the one...
Choosing the right Salem divorce lawyer
When one is thinking about divorce it is important to get someone on their side, not just a friend, but a legal advocate that can ensure one’s rights are protected. This is because how one approaches a divorce can affect every aspect of one’s life post-divorce. This...
How is child support determined in Oregon?
Raising a child takes more than just love and dedication. It can take a lot of money to ensure that a child has everything they need to survive and thrive. When Oregon parents decide to separate or divorce, the financial obligations that each has to their children do...
The unique challenges of divorcing late in life
One of the greatest impacts of any divorce is financial, which is not only felt in the splitting of marital property and changes in insurance premiums, but also in each spouse’s standard of living as the two spouses have to maintain separate living accommodations. For...
Understanding types of spousal support in Oregon
Divorce can be a difficult process for separating couples to go through. Spousal support is one topic they may have questions about. Spousal support is ordered by the court. It requires one former spouse to pay the other former spouse money to meet his or her needs or...