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Jeff Bezos’ Wedding: Inside His New ‘Ironclad’ Prenup With Lauren Sánchez After $165 Billion Divorce

As Jeff Bezos, the 61-year-old billionaire, prepares to marry former news anchor Lauren Sánchez in a grand ceremony in Venice, one key item has taken centre stage before the celebrations: an ‘ironclad’ prenuptial agreement. After his £130 billion ($165 billion) divorce from ex-wife MacKenzie Scott, Bezos is ensuring that history doesn’t repeat itself. One of …

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Divorce is not good for children

OPINION: In his book “Solid Answers,” Dr. James Dobson, founder of Focus on the Family, wrote: “It’s now known that the emotional development in children is directly related to the presence of warm, nurturing, sustained and continuous interaction with both parents. Anything that interferes with that vital relationship with either mother or father can have …

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The Top Reasons for Divorce: Understanding Hard and Soft Reasons

Divorce is a deeply personal and often complex decision, influenced by a range of factors that can profoundly affect the lives of those involved. But what are the top reasons for divorce? To better understand why marriages end, it’s helpful to categorize the reasons for divorce into two broad groups: “hard” reasons and “soft” reasons. …

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What Happens When A Party In (Potential) Litigation Dies

Litigation – whether potential or actual, can be costly and lengthy but what happens when one of the parties dies? In certain circumstances the court has the power to substitute and appoint a personal representative for the estate. The rules however depend on whether Proceedings are already underway Whether the deceased was the (potential) Claimant …

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How to keep your kids out of your messy divorce

Separating is a complicated and emotionally draining process for any family – often affecting children as much if not more than the parents. Emma Hildesley on how parents can best navigate the challenges while minimising their children’s distress. Of all the messages in author and therapeutic mediator Jill Goldson’s latest book Child Inclusion in Parenting …

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People Who Marry After This Age More Likely To Get Divorced, According To Research

People are often encouraged to wait until they are older to marry. It sort of makes sense in an older means you’re wiser kind of way. But as with all matters of the heart, it seems, logic and reason just do not factor in, and what you think is right can often be wrong. The …

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Common estate planning mistakes that lead to litigation – and how to avoid them

Estate planning is often seen as a straightforward task — write a Will, choose an executor, and distribute your assets as you wish. But in practice, poor planning, unclear intentions, or outdated documents can quickly lead to confusion, disputes, and costly litigation. From complex family dynamics to missteps in structuring assets like trusts and superannuation, …

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