Posts by Jay Raxenberg
Mistakes in High Net Divorces
High net worth divorces tend to have a heightened potential for mistakes on both sides. Clients will often agree to anything just to get out of the marriage. However, agreeing to terms such as maintenance, or division of assets and liabilities just to get away from a person can have devastating effects on you financially. …
Read MoreJay D. Raxenberg, Esq. – Guest Speaker at Touro Law
The Law Offices of Jay D. Raxenberg, P.C. is proud to announce that Mr. Raxenberg will be a featured speaker at Touro Law School this upcoming Wednesday, May 20, 2016 at 5:30 p.m. He will share his journey into matrimonial law and, without disclosing the identities of any parties, he will discuss some interesting cases…
Read MoreChild of Divorce Shares Why She is Glad Her Parents Split
Through the divorce process, children learn a lot about respectful communication and creative conflict resolution. It allows them to see how difficult adjustments can bring about positive changes in an otherwise negative situation. In her article, “My Parents Split Up When I was 13. Here’s Why I’m Glad They Did,” Tara Eisenhard, whose parents divorced…
Read MoreDon’t Let the Word “Pre-Nup” Scare You
While Prenuptial Agreements aren’t nearly as appealing to talk about as wedding cakes or honeymoons, they can help you avoid financial issues later in life. Some couples might feel as though a pre-nup has a divorce stigma attached to it, but it can actually be a great opportunity to get on the same page for…
Read MoreThe Divorced Spouses versus the Children: Whose interests matter more?
Oftentimes when going through a divorce separating spouses will come face to face with this question: “Whose interests matter more, the kids or ours?” During your divorce child custody agreements will be set in place to aim and serve the best interest of your children. What many divorcing spouses don’t realize is that in the…
Read MoreLegal Mistakes You May Make In Your Divorce
Going through a divorce will undoubtedly be a significant change in a person’s life. It’s a change that won’t just affect the separating spouses, but an entire family both close and extended. What many who are seeking a divorce don’t realize is the intense process it is both mentally and legally draining. Often times this…
Read More“Life Is Short: Have An Affair”
This week, news broke of the Ashley Madison hack. Ashley Madison, the leading website for those looking to engage in an extramarital affair, encourages members with the slogan “Life is short, have an affair”. As a result of this invasive breach, members and the public are questioning what Ashley Madison’s data means for the modern…
Read MoreWays Men Say They Bounced Back From Divorce
When it comes to advice on moving-on post-divorce, men seem to get the short shrift. The reality is that divorce is just as crushing for men as it is for women. Rerouting your future when the relationship falls apart is hard regardless of whether you are a man or woman. To help balance things out…
Read MoreFollow Up: Summer Camp > Juvie
Last week, our blog published a post about the California case that drew international attention and concern when a Judge sentenced three children to a Juvenile Detention Facility for an uncertain amount of time after the children refused to visit with their estranged father. The Judge accused the children’s mother of “brainwashing” them throughout the…
Read MoreBitter Custody Dispute Over Frozen Embryos Ensues
Whenever couples divorce, issues pertaining to equitable division of assets are bound to arise along with matters such as child custody and support, when relevant. Typically, parties work through their attorneys to divide items fairly and at times, can even work cooperatively to solve these issues in an amicable and efficient manner. While personal belongings…
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