• Spousal Support: What is it and am I entitled to it?

    Upon the breakup of a relationship, one or both partners may be entitled to claim spousal or partner support from the other. Providing financial support after separation is primarily intended to alleviate financial hardship and to help financially dependent partners become financially self-sufficient within a reasonable timeframe. However, a partner is not automatically entitled to […]

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  • Cohabitation agreements

    In a related post, we explained prenuptial agreements and how they determine division of property when a marriage dissolves. A prenuptial agreement addresses legally married couples’ matrimonial property, but what about couples who live together and aren’t married? If you’re in an unmarried relationship, you may want to consider a cohabitation agreement. What is a […]

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  • Prenuptial agreements

    A prenuptial agreement is a marriage contract between you and your intended spouse. Entered into before marriage, a prenup does not become enforceable until after you’re married. If you and your spouse ever separate or get divorced, your prenuptial agreement can change the way matrimonial property is divided. For some couples, a prenup offers peace […]

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