Pinay Law Blog

Marriage is a beautiful commitment, but when it is a second marriage, the dynamics can be more complex. As a divorce and family law attorney, I have seen many cases where second wives face unique challenges, often related to financial matters, stepfamily dynamics, and legal obligations tied to the first marriage. If you are a…

A headline in the Washington Post reads, “Law is the least diverse profession in the nation. And lawyers aren’t doing enough to change that.”  According to data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, nearly 9 in 10 lawyers are white.  Because lawyers comprise a significant portion of the government leaders and lawmakers in the United…

During a happy marriage, couples are willing to share their lives and their wealth with their spouse.  However, after the demise of the relationship, the couple is much less willing to share, especially if one spouse has a continuing financial obligation to the other.  While it is most common to see a husband paying his…

Blended families—where two partners with children from previous relationships unite—are becoming increasingly common. While these families can be loving and supportive, they also come with unique legal and financial challenges that, if unaddressed, can lead to disputes. Understanding these pitfalls can help blended families navigate the legal landscape more smoothly and protect their rights. 1….

Recently it is generally an area of law I consider “happy law.”  It’s generally a win, win, win situation where a willing seller sells a property to a willing buyer and, if it’s not a cash deal, a happy bank helps create this American Dream.  While most real estate transactions work this way, there are…

While divorce is not generally a pleasant experience, there are many people who find love again after divorce.  Sometimes people find love quickly, while others may take time to find love.  Most people do not want to get divorced again.  Below are my tips for people finding love a second time. 1.       Take your Time.  I…