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The designation of a "Contingent Alternate Payees" does not violate IRC Section 414(p) or ERISA and is an assignment under the term assignment in the Treas. Read more
A look into the inconsistencies in the decisions of the trial and appellate courts on the value of defined contribution plans in Texas for marital purposes. Read more
It has been made clear that the responsibility for proving the non-marital portion of a defined contribution plan rests solely with the participant spouse. Read more
Addressing the legal landscape and concerns about estate planning for non-traditional couples—challenging the traditional concepts of family in California. Read more
Addressing the legal landscape and estate planning for non-traditional couples, challenging the traditional concepts of family in California. Read more
The legal landscape and domestic parternership agreement for non-traditional couples, challenging the traditional concepts of family in California. Read more
QDROs can be used to secure child support and security interests in a participant’s qualified plan benefits to the non-participant spouse. Read more
Using an asset for both property division and as well as an income for support: The double-counting concept and the McReath V. McReath case (Part 1). Read more
Could a professional goodwill be treated as a divisible asset in divorce proceedings? A look into how courts treat a skill acquired over a long time. Read more
Can you gauge the business valuation credentials of an expert? The writer says don't just fall for an expert's designation as experience matters the most. Read more