Now that most of the dust has settled from news of former NY Governor Eliot Spitzer’s divorce settlement, it seems like a good time to address the details. For those unfamiliar with the situation, Eliot Spitzer served as New York’s 54th Governor and was only in office for a little…
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Prenuptial Agreements and 12.13.14 Weddings
Last month, one of the more enjoyable stories in the news revolved around the 11/12/13 date. It seemed everywhere you looked, news outlets, bloggers, and talk shows were talking about the number of weddings happening on this unique date. Weddings on 10/11/12 were no different, as people seemed to rush…
Prenups and Professional Athletes
A solid contract is the cornerstone of a successful career for any professional athlete. A contract provides a sense of security, both personal and financial. Generally, an athlete will hire an agent to look out for his/her financial interests, ensuring that every deal or endorsement made is defined by a…
Prenups are For Better (Not for Worse)
Having an open and honest conversation with your fiancée about money may be uncomfortable, but it is an important discussion to have before marriage. It is especially important that a couple entering a marriage be open and honest with each other about finances. Individuals often have different financial styles, and…
New York Postnuptial Agreements: Moving Past Betrayal
It is not uncommon to hear stories about betrayal in a marriage. Whether it makes national headlines or involves the marriages of our neighbors and friends (or maybe even our own marriages), we may feel outraged, embarrassed, or sympathetic for the spouse that was betrayed. Over the years, I have…