Blog Posts in May, 2020

• Posted By Lois M. Brenner, Esq. 29-May-2020

  Do You Know Your "Marriage Money Style?"

  Money for most of us is an emotionally charged topic. That’s why few of us and few couples like to talk about it. When couples come to see me and are considering a divorce, money can actually be, yes, even more than sex, what is driving the ...

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• Posted By Lois M. Brenner, Esq. 27-May-2020

  6 Mistakes to Avoid in a High Net Worth Divorce

  Divorce is never easy, but divorces involving large amounts of money, property, and other assets are even more challenging. In addition to the types of issues present in typical divorces, such as spousal and child support, child custody, visitation ...

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• Posted By Lois M. Brenner, Esq. 25-May-2020

  5 Spring Cleaning Divorce Tips

  With the change of season comes the deep desire to start getting rid of the old and bring in the new. Cleaning out the closets, getting organized, opening up the windows, and airing out the house. It feels good!! Now that many of us are still staying ...

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• Posted By Lois M. Brenner, Esq. 22-May-2020

  Did You Know a Postnuptial Agreement can Save Your Marriage?

  Getting married is very exciting! Spring is that time of year when brides are eagerly gearing up for their June weddings and all the glitz, glamour and drama that a wedding brings virtually in this new world in which we are living! But what about the ...

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• Posted By Lois M. Brenner, Esq. 20-May-2020

  3 Tips for Handling Divorce Anxiety!

  Yes, divorce anxiety is a real thing. As a psychologically-trained medical professional, mediator and divorce attorney, I can spot divorce anxiety right away. I often hear and see the symptoms before my clients do. Why wouldn’t divorce be ...

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• Posted By Lois M. Brenner, Esq. 18-May-2020

  5 Tips to Help You Talk to Your Spouse about Divorce while in Quarantine

  Kevin and Laurie have been married for 15 years. They have a 6 year old daughter with behavioral problems. Kevin is a financial planner, and Laurie works part-time as a computer programmer. For the past 2 years, Kevin has been concerned that his wife ...

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• Posted By Lois M. Brenner, Esq. 15-May-2020

  Men Get Abused Too!

  When we think of spousal abuse we often hear the wife is being abused, but men get abused too! I have worked with a few men in the last six months who all found themselves in very emotionally abusive relationships with their wives. The abuse then ...

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• Posted By Lois M. Brenner, Esq. 13-May-2020

  Top 10 Reasons to Have a Prenuptial Agreement

  If there is anything we have learned during this pandemic (besides vigorous hand washing), it is the amazing power of technology. We are fortunate to live in a digital age where information is at our fingertips. We can easily plan anything from our ...

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• Posted By Lois M. Brenner, Esq. 11-May-2020

  How are You Handling Your Marital Issues During this Pandemic?

  With social distancing our “new normal” and many states maintaining a shelter-in-place mandate, unhappy couples are stuck at home with no escape. With school cancelled, no babysitters to help, working at home, caring for children and ...

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• Posted By Lois M. Brenner, Esq. 8-May-2020

  What is a "Gray Divorce?"

  A Gray Divorce refers to a demographic trend that has seen an increase in the separation or divorce of older couples who have been married for a long time. Divorce rates for couples over 50 have doubled in the past decade. These divorces affect ...

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• Posted By Lois M. Brenner, Esq. 6-May-2020

  Is Your Spouse Depressed?

  As a New York divorce attorney and psychologically-trained mediator I hear from a lot of spouses who want a divorce because they have realized they have been living the horrors of being married to a narcissist or sociopath. But there are other ...

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• Posted By Lois M. Brenner, Esq. 4-May-2020

  When Divorcing - 3 Tips for Getting Your Estate in Order

  Divorce is unpleasant. It’s an extremely difficult time emotionally. I work with divorcing couples all the time who share their sadness, confusion, anxiety and unhappiness with me. It’s a big struggle. When divorcing there is a lot to do, ...

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• Posted By Lois M. Brenner, Esq. 1-May-2020

  Divorcing Safely During a Pandemic!

  Being quarantined together is difficult even for those of us in good relationships. For couples going through divorce, or about to go through divorce and in a dysfunctional relationship, it’s a nightmare! Right now, due to the Corona virus ...

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