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Protecting Your Children in a Second Marriage with a Prenuptial Agreement
/in Divorce & Family Law/by Kirk Drennan LawWhen people think about prenuptial agreements, they tend to think about what would happen to their assets in a divorce, forgetting that prenuptial agreements do not just cover divorce. They can also protect your children’s access to your assets if you pass away after getting remarried. In many states, if someone is married when they […]
What Constitutes Illegal Insider Trading?
/in Criminal Defense/by Kirk Drennan LawInsider trading is one of the more well-known white-collar crimes, thanks to many high-profile cases getting major media attention. The stock market is meant to give consumers a fair chance at investing in companies, and anything that dilutes trust in that system is a threat to the system itself. Insider trading doesn’t just artificially inflate […]
When Does a Multilevel Marketing Businesses Become an Illegal Ponzi Scheme?
/in Criminal Defense/by Kirk Drennan LawWhite-collar crime does not always happen intentionally. For some, they find themselves on the wrong side of a deal that sounded too good to be true. Some sign up for an apparently legitimate business, only to end up immersed in a pyramid or Ponzi scheme. Regardless of your intent, being charged with a white-collar crime […]
Viewing Divorce as a Growth Experience
/in Uncategorized/by Kirk Drennan LawIt’s no secret that divorce is, for many people, one of the most painful experiences they’ll ever face. However, if you are willing to work through the pain and heartache, you may also find that it’s one of the greatest opportunities for growth you’ll ever have. Learn more about utilizing divorce as an opportunity to […]
How a White-Collar Crime Conviction Can Impact Your Career
/in Criminal Defense/by Kirk Drennan LawWhite-collar crime is taken extremely seriously in the United States. By the time you find out you are under investigation or facing charges, it’s likely that the prosecution has already been tracking you and building their case for months or years. Knowing that it’s no surprise that the Department of Justice reports a conviction rate […]
Legal Options When Your Spouse is Accused of a White-Collar Crime
/in Uncategorized/by Kirk Drennan LawWhen your spouse has been arrested and charged with a white-collar crime, you may be unsure of how to respond. Should you stand by and support them during a time when they clearly need support? Or are you completely distraught by what your partner has been accused of, and ready to turn your back on […]
Who Pays for the Children’s College After a Divorce?
/in family law/by Kirk Drennan LawThe question of college expenses comes up frequently in divorce, particularly in high-asset divorces where one or both parties have the resources needed to give their children an easier start in adulthood. If you’re getting divorced and you want to ensure your children have the financial support they need as they go through college, we’re here […]
Should I Agree to Pay Above the Child Support Guidelines?
/in family law/by Kirk Drennan LawChild support can be a point of contention for divorcing couples or co-parents trying to negotiate fair parenting terms. It can be particularly challenging for high net worth couples whose incomes fall outside state child support guidelines, as this creates a gray area where both parties have to negotiate on their own. If you earn […]
Should I Keep the Marital Home in Our Divorce for the Sake of the Kids?
/in Divorce & Family Law/by Kirk Drennan LawDeciding what to do with the family home can be a challenging part of a divorce. When both parties agree on what to do—either one party buying out the other or selling the home and splitting the proceeds—everything goes smoothly. But when both parties want the home or one party wants to sell, tensions grow. […]
Tax Implications of Property Transfers During a Divorce
/in family law/by Kirk Drennan LawThe decisions you make in a divorce can affect you for years to come. This is particularly true if your divorce involves the transfer of high-value assets, since these transfers could impact you on your taxes. However, unless you discuss your case with a divorce attorney and financial planner, it’s impossible to know which decisions […]