Stacy D. Phillips ● When we think about a marriage on the rocks, or one that is perhaps nearing its final moments, we often paint a picture of frequent, rancorous disagreements and yelling between the two parties involved. It is easy … Continue reading →
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Alan R. Feigenbaum ● New York Law Journal, April 25, 2025 — Our artificial intelligence overlords tell us that in America we have a “death-denying culture.” Translation: generally speaking, death is a topic that is presumptively uncomfortable, swept under the rug, and … Continue reading →
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During a divorce one or both spouses may feel compelled to establish within their community of family and friends the “why,” i.e., each spouse’s explanation as to why the marriage broke down. This is particularly relevant in American culture which, regrettably, can be quick to judge when word gets out that a couple is going through…

Stacy D. Phillips ● For this edition of Attorney Spotlight, I am proud to feature one of my esteemed Los Angeles colleagues in Blank Rome’s Matrimonial & Family Law group: Jacqueline Combs. A graduate of the University of California, Los Angeles, and … Continue reading →
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Alan R. Feigenbaum ● New York Law Journal, February 14, 2025 — When you utter the words “prenuptial agreement” to a matrimonial lawyer, more often than not you might instantly feel a sense of dread in the air. Some matrimonial lawyers are … Continue reading →
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Stacy D. Phillips ● In any relationship, especially marriage, managing expectations is crucial for achieving and maintaining overall success with your partner. Expectations are dynamic and play a significant role in our lives, defining who we are and shaping our relationships. … Continue reading →
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Alan R. Feigenbaum ● New York Law Journal, January 10, 2025 — Matrimonial law is derived from judicial decisions (i.e., “caselaw”) and statutes. As well intentioned and precise as those statutes and the caselaw interpreting them, are and can be, the fact … Continue reading →
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