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Dissipation of marital assets is a factor relevant to the distribution of marital assets

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May 2, 2013 at 9:16 am

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When one spouse dies during the pendency of an action for divorce, the action is abated and statutory equitable distribution is unavailable

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April 15, 2013 at 9:21 am

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Applications to modify alimony and other support obligations

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April 6, 2013 at 2:01 pm

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Valuation, particularly of a closely-held corporation, is a fact-sensitive undertaking for which there is no single correct approach

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April 6, 2013 at 1:54 pm

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When the movant is seeking modification of an alimony award, that party must demonstrate that changed circumstances have substantially impaired the ability to support himself or herself

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April 5, 2013 at 9:11 am

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Obligors may be subject to incarceration for non-payment of alimony

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April 5, 2013 at 9:09 am

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There is no mathematical formula for determining what change of circumstance is significant

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April 5, 2013 at 9:06 am

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A spouse may owe her/his former husband/wife a fiduciary duty when she/he sought and obtained the right to sell their former marital real estate

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April 5, 2013 at 8:53 am

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Types of alimony: permanent alimony; rehabilitative alimony; limited duration alimony and reimbursement alimony

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March 19, 2013 at 6:30 pm

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In determining the amount of income to impute to a party, the court considers the party’s potential employment and earning capacity, based on that individual’s work history, occupational qualifications, educational background, and prevailing job opportunities in the region

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March 19, 2013 at 6:28 pm

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