Howard Soypher has become a Fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers, one of the premier legal associations in North America. The induction ceremony at which Howard became a Fellow took place before an audience of approximately 603 during the recent Spring...
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The impact of career decisions on divorce
You probably have some idea of the terms you’d prefer as you end your marriage. Countless variables can factor into divorce decisions, though there’s one that couples tend to overlook. Conversations about income can escalate contention. Transparent discussions about...
Internet infidelity and the damage it does to a marriage
The internet changed the way that people communicated. Mailing a letter was primarily replaced by email. Conversations did not require face-to-face interaction or talking. Today, instant messaging seems to be the rule, not the exception. With the evolution of the new...
Divorce announcements trending on social media
The tremendous growth of social media has changed the way that the world communicates. Facetime and Zoom have replaced face-to-face interactions. Conversations, from routine to animated, more often take the form of texting and emails. Communicating the birth or gender...
Resolving vaccination disputes in family court
Whether the marital dissolution is cooperative or contentious, the divorce process is legally complex and emotionally charged. Whether in the midst of the process or ready to finalize, couples prepare to go their separate ways and start lives under a new dynamic. A...
Are you co-parenting with a narcissist?
Most divorced co-parents understand that their differences rarely end with a signed agreement. Although parents may agree on the terms of their parenting plan, no legal agreement can ensure that two adults get along, especially when one of those people is a...
When ex-spouses fail to pay child support
Many parents rely on child support payments to help take care of their children. When ex-spouses stop paying child support, the custodial parent may suffer a lapse in income necessary to put food on the table and pay expenses. A single parent in this situation may...
3 key things to know about divorcing a narcissist
If you’re married to a narcissist, you’ve probably already been through the ringer. From circular arguments that never seem to end, to walking on eggshells and finding it impossible to accommodate them, you may be aware that narcissism is as much a personality...
Three ways you can use social media safely during divorce
Now, more than ever, we live in a fishbowl. Social media has allowed for almost anyone to get a glimpse into our everyday lives. In some cases, this is beneficial as it can provide a support network and a way to stay connected to family, friends and loved ones. In...
Divorcing an alcoholic: what to know about child custody
If you’re going through a divorce with someone who abuses alcohol, you’re likely familiar with the whirlwind of pain and difficulties the process can bring. Divorce is already painful enough; having to put forward the energy to reason with an alcoholic ex-partner can...
