Family and Matrimonial

While Washington law defines community property as ‘property…acquired after marriage or after registration domestic partnership by either domestic partner or either husband or wife or both’ it does not address more nuanced issues like how to treat dogs, cats, exotic pets, embryos, etc. acquired during the marriage.

The Calm Among the Storm – In each post of this blog series, Schneider Bell attorney Veronica Garofoli answers a real question she sees from families, fiduciaries, financial advisors, and CPAs — focused on the moments when a situation first becomes unstable, and what actually protects people under Ohio probate and trust law.

Two Lowenstein Sandler attorneys share their personal experiences navigating divorce while working in demanding law firm environments. They discuss the delicate balance between privacy and transparency, the importance of support systems, and strategies for maintaining professional performance during one of life's most challenging transitions.

An older homeowner may be downsizing, moving closer to adult children, transitioning to assisted living, or leaving a home that has become difficult to maintain.

For parents of a child with a disability, estate planning involves more than asset distribution—it requires ensuring long-term care and financial security. A special needs trust can provide resources without jeopardizing eligibility for SSI and Medicaid, but proper structuring, trustee selection, and coordination with the broader estate plan are essential to protect your loved one's future.

While Washington law defines community property as ‘property…acquired after marriage or after registration domestic partnership by either domestic partner or either husband or wife or both’ it does not address more nuanced issues like how to treat dogs, cats, exotic pets, embryos, etc. acquired during the marriage.

How family law mediation can help parties break cycles of powerlessness, escalation and conflict

While Washington law defines community property as ‘property…acquired after marriage or after registration domestic partnership by either domestic partner or either husband or wife or both’ it does not address more nuanced issues like how to treat dogs, cats, exotic pets, embryos, etc. acquired during the marriage.

Two Lowenstein Sandler attorneys share their personal experiences navigating divorce while working in demanding law firm environments. They discuss the delicate balance between privacy and transparency, the importance of support systems, and strategies for maintaining professional performance during one of life's most challenging transitions.