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Ben Stevens Featured on Fox Carolina’s Co-Parenting During the Summer Segment
Ben Stevens Featured on Fox Carolina’s Co-Parenting During the Summer Segment Offit Kurman Family Law Principal, Ben Stevens, was featured on…
Ben Stevens Featured in WRDW TV Interview: Co-Parenting Tips to Make Summer Break Easier for Your Family
Ben Stevens Featured in WRDW TV Interview: Co-Parenting Tips to Make Summer Break Easier for Your Family In a recent…
Ben Stevens Presents at the Annual Convention for the State Bar of Arizona
Ben Stevens Presents at the Annual Convention for the State Bar of Arizona Ben Stevens, Principal Attorney in the Family…
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Weddings are a joyous occasion, but just like the best weddings require lots of planning before the big day, they should also require couples to make a solid plan for whatever the future may hold. One important step in planning for the future, especially for couples marrying after starting their careers, is to consider having a prenuptial agreement drafted and…
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Valentine’s Day is right around the corner, and with it almost always comes a flurry of marriage proposals. If you or your partner are considering taking the plunge, it’s important to understand the legal considerations that should be taken into account before any official engagement takes place. In today’s article, I’ll outline what couples need to know about pre-engagement legal…
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If you’re considering divorce in South Carolina, you’re likely feeling a range of emotions – from sadness and anger to relief and hope. No matter what you’re feeling, it’s important to remember that you can thrive during this difficult time. With the right strategies in place, you can emerge from your divorce with a renewed sense of self, ready to…
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The divorce process can be overwhelming and complicated, especially when considering the sheer amount of paperwork necessary to be completed and submitted at the various stages of the process in most jurisdictions. Staying organized is a critical part of ensuring that you get your fair share of assets and enjoy the benefits of your parental rights at the end of…
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We all know that divorce is often seen as a negative experience. But what if we looked at it from a different perspective? What if, instead of seeing divorce as a negative experience or a bad ending, we saw it as an opportunity to create something new and better for ourselves? Here are three ways you can reframe your negative…
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Over the past two decades, I’ve represented many high-net-worth and high-profile individuals during their divorces. Everyone tends to assume the only complicating factor in these cases is the fact that these individuals tend to have far more assets to identify, value, and divide than a “typical” divorce, but that’s not always true. In my experience, just like whenever a “typical”…
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Divorce is never easy, but it can be especially complicated for high-net-worth individuals. Property division is an essential part of the typical divorce process, but it must be handled even more precisely in a case with any quantity of high-value assets. When high-net-worth individuals get divorced, many of these cases also involve expensive portfolios of various properties that must be…
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The month of January is often thought of as “divorce month,” with many people, especially parents, waiting until the holidays are behind them before filing for divorce. Given the number of divorces that typically begin during the first couple of months of the new year, it’s no wonder January is also when the SC Bar schedules its annual Guardian ad…
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Divorce can be an emotionally and financially demanding process; therefore, understanding the potential costs of your divorce will help you better anticipate what to expect during the process and make plans so your post-divorce life will be easier. The cost of a divorce can vary widely, but one of the key factors that heavily affects the cost is whether your…
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I. Where to Start When You Want to Divorce This Year The decision to divorce is a difficult one, and the process of separating from your spouse can be emotionally, mentally, and financially taxing. If you have decided to pursue a divorce in 2023, it’s important to take time to fully understand the implications that come with such a life-altering…
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As we prepare to leave 2022 in the rearview mirror, it can be exciting to think about all the possibilities that await us in 2023. As a family and domestic law attorney for almost three decades, I know this rings especially true for those facing separation, divorce, and child custody cases this time of year. While these cases…
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With the holiday season upon us, we wanted to take a moment to remind our clients and community in South Carolina that we are here for you and your family. We are so proud of the relationships we have built over the years, and it is our pleasure to serve each of you during this special time of year. …
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As a public figure, knowing that a divorce is looming can be a daunting thought. One only needs to scroll through any social media feed or read the headlines of tabloid magazines while standing in line at the grocery store to know that a public figure’s divorce is always fodder for negative media attention. All too often, the public can…
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Congratulations on the engagement! That’s probably not what you’d expect a divorce attorney to say, but I assure you, it’s a sincere congratulations. If being a divorce attorney for over a quarter of a century has taught me anything, it’s that the institution of marriage can be a beautiful experience that benefits both spouses in many ways through the years.…
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When your divorce involves contested matters or issues that you and your spouse are not able to agree on how to settle, you may need to go to court to let a judge decide the outcome for you. However, if you and your spouse, with the help of your attorneys, are able to negotiate a settlement agreement that resolves all…
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