Tax law changes likely effect prenups
On behalf of Hartley, Maxwell & Castellano - Attorneys at Law posted in divorce and financial issues on Thursday, December 27, 2018. There has been much discussion this year about how the latest changes of the Tax Cuts and Jobs...
The Enemy of Your Enemy is not Necessarily Your Friend
By Carla Hartley of Hartley, Maxwell & Castellano - Attorneys at Law posted in Courtroom Comments on Wednesday, December 19, 2018. I was sitting in court this morning observing a fairly common occurrence: Dad's baby-mama, has an ex: an...
ATROS protect assets during divorce
On behalf of Hartley, Maxwell & Castellano - Attorneys at Law posted in divorce on Monday, December 17, 2018. Automatic Temporary Restraining Orders (ATROS) consist of orders that go into effect automatically upon the issuance of a summons in conjunction...
Restraining orders will impact divorce negotiations
On behalf of Hartley, Maxwell & Castellano - Attorneys at Law posted in Domestic Violence on Monday, December 17, 2018. There are few things that impact a divorce more than a restraining order. In many situations involving divorce, the two...
Does your ex-spouse disrespect your parenting time?
On behalf of Hartley, Lamas Et Al - Attorneys at Law on Thursday, December 13, 2018. As a parent, you face many difficulties that demand your immediate attention, even when life seems to be going well. Unfortunately, many divorced parents...
Penny Wise and Pound Foolish (or, You Get What You Pay for)
By Carla Hartley of Hartley, Lamas Et Al - Attorneys at Law on Tuesday, December 11, 2018. I relate this sad story to future clients as, alas, a cautionary tale. Several years ago, a man and woman decided to divorce...
Protecting parental relationships with children during divorce
On behalf of Hartley, Maxwell & Castellano - Attorneys at Law posted in child custody on Monday, December 3, 2018. The goal of the court is to award custody and draft parenting plans based on the best interests of the...
How do I support my children after divorce?
On behalf of Hartley, Lamas Et Al - Attorneys at Law on Saturday, December 1, 2018. When you're going through the trials and tribulations of the divorce process, if you're a parent, your children will be the first things on...
The nest approach to coparenting
On behalf of Hartley, Maxwell & Castellano - Attorneys at Law posted in child custody on Tuesday, November 27, 2018. The best parenting plan is one that addresses the unique needs of the children and the parents. Of course, there...
Domestic Violence and Its Legacy
By Carla Hartley of Hartley, Maxwell & Castellano - Attorneys at Law posted in Domestic Violence on Monday, November 19, 2018. Written by Carla Hartley, Managing Partner, HARTLEY, MAXWELL, CASTELLANO & LAMAS I had a rather heartbreaking meeting earlier this...