jwbfamilylaw1, Author at JWB Family Law

Engaged on Valentine’s Day? Why You Should Consider a Prenup

Valentine’s Day is one of the year’s most romantic days, making it the perfect time to pop the question. If you’re newly engaged—congratulations! This is an exciting milestone in your

Contemplating Divorce Around Valentine’s Day

Valentine’s Day is a time when love is celebrated, but for some, it can bring up feelings of uncertainty, especially if their relationship is struggling. For those contemplating divorce, the

Can Cohabitating with a New Partner Affect Your Spousal Support?

Divorce can bring significant financial changes, and for those receiving spousal support (alimony), one major concern is whether moving in with a new partner can impact the payments they receive.

Understanding Qualified Domestic Relations Orders (QDROs)

Dividing assets during a divorce can be complicated, especially regarding retirement accounts. If you or your spouse have a 401(k), pension, stock options, or other deferred benefit plans, you will

Does Extended Cohabitation Automatically Lead to Common Law Marriage?

Many couples believe that if they live together for a certain number of years, they are automatically considered married under common law marriage, which is one of the most common

Understanding Your Rights When Cohabitating Without Marriage

More couples than ever are choosing to live together without getting married. While cohabitation can offer many benefits, it also raises important legal questions—especially regarding assets, property, child custody, and

Why Divorce Filings Surge After the Holidays

The holiday season is often portrayed as the most wonderful time of the year, filled with family gatherings, festive celebrations, and moments of togetherness. However, for some couples, the holidays

Can You Date After Divorce Papers Are Filed?

The decision to start dating again after filing for divorce is a deeply personal one, but it also involves legal, emotional, and practical considerations. While the emotional readiness to date

Move Away Cases with Child Custody Investigation

Relocating with a minor child can be a complex and emotionally charged issue, especially when co-parenting is involved. Whether you are the parent seeking to move or the parent opposing

What Is a Status Conference?

A status conference, sometimes referred to as a family resolution conference or case management conference in different counties, is a court-ordered check-in during a family law case. When you file

Understanding Postnuptial Agreements

When planning for the future, agreements between spouses often come into play. While many are familiar with prenuptial agreements, postnuptial agreements are less commonly discussed and come with their own

Can You Date While Your Divorce is Pending?

Divorce is an emotional and challenging process, and many people going through it wonder whether they can move on and start dating while the divorce is still pending. The simple

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