Blog Posts in July, 2021

• Posted By Lois M. Brenner, Esq. 23-Jul-2021

  Are You Married to a Narcissist?

  Aren’t we all slightly narcissistic? The answer is, “Yes.” There are various healthy traits of narcissism in many of us. But then there is the actual diagnosis of narcissistic personality disorder. As a psychologically trained ...

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• Posted By Lois M. Brenner, Esq. 21-Jul-2021

  Uncontested Divorce in New York!

  As a divorce attorney and mediator for over 35 years, I have guided many spouses through the divorce process. New York law allows couples to obtain an uncontested divorce when both parties agree to the divorce as well as agreeing to spousal support, ...

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• Posted By Lois M. Brenner, Esq. 19-Jul-2021

  Divorce for Business Owners!

  Divorces for people who own businesses are different from those of wage earners. First of all, businesses often have cash income which is not declared on tax returns. This makes it difficult to estimate or trace the cash. Businesses are assets, ...

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• Posted By Lois M. Brenner, Esq. 16-Jul-2021

  If I Divorce Will I Get Spousal Support?

  As a divorce attorney and mediator for over 35 years, I have received lots of questions about divorce. There are so many issues that must be handled when a couple decides to file for divorce. One issue that many divorcing couples are forced to ...

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• Posted By Lois M. Brenner, Esq. 14-Jul-2021

  Is It Time to Fire Your Divorce Attorney?

  If your attorney is not doing a good job, it’s time to kick him or her to the curb! Why did you hire your divorce attorney? Whatever the reason, if you are not happy with your divorce lawyer, and they’re not doing a great job for you, ...

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• Posted By Lois M. Brenner, Esq. 12-Jul-2021

  Divorce Story!

  As a divorce attorney and psychologically trained mediator, I hear all kinds of diverse divorce stories. I have decided to share some of these stories monthly with you. Naturally, I will change the names and some of the details to protect ...

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• Posted By Lois M. Brenner, Esq. 9-Jul-2021

  Is Verbal Abuse Destroying Your Marriage?

  We see all kinds of abusive relationships in the news but do you know many marriages end today because one party is dealing with mental health issues that result in abusive behaviors that destroy marriages? Today a person facing divorce Googles ...

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• Posted By Lois M. Brenner, Esq. 7-Jul-2021

  Internet Influencers to IT Gurus Love Mediation!

  Since I have been practicing over 35 years as a divorce attorney and mediator, I have had an amazing array of clients, and most recently from internet influencers to IT gurus. Regardless of a client’s position in life, the 3 P’s of ...

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• Posted By Lois M. Brenner, Esq. 5-Jul-2021

  Need Help With Your Statement of Net Worth?

  As a divorce attorney/ mediator for over 35 years, I have seen many clients look scared when I hand them a Statement of Net Worth. The good news is there is nothing to fear, and I’m here to help! I find that most clients hate filling out their ...

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• Posted By Lois M. Brenner, Esq. 2-Jul-2021

  What Should Be Included in Your Prenuptial Agreement?

  Wedding season is in full bloom. I have been getting lots of phone calls from hopeful lovebirds asking all kinds of questions about prenuptial agreements. From what I’m hearing as a prenuptial agreement maven, divorce attorney, and mediator, ...

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