Laura Wasser
Laura Wasser
Laura Allison Wasseris an American attorney specializing in divorce. Her clients have included Ryan Reynolds, Heidi Klum, Ashton Kutcher, Christina Aguilera, Marta Kauffman, and Johnny Depp. as well as many pro bono clients from the Harriet Buhai Center for Family Law...
NationalityAmerican
ProfessionLawyer
CountryUnited States of America
capacity case diminished earning fact mind needs primary
A woman - even if she is the primary breadwinner - really needs to keep in mind that at some point, she may have a diminished earning capacity because of the fact that she will bear children. Of course, this is case by case. I had two kids, and it didn't really slow me down at all.
casting happen people prior
I think it is really important that people at least have some potentially difficult discussions about what their expectations are - and not just financially - prior to getting married. It should really even happen prior to people living together or casting their lot together.
client divorces high profile
The only thing that's different between high profile or celebrity divorces is that you have to do all you can to keep your client and the details out of the media.
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I'll tell you, I never thought I'd ever be going into law, and certainly not the same kind of law as my dad.
custody favors joints
Many states favor joint custody.
I represent celebrities, but I am not a celebrity.
couple children unhappy
Couples counseling gets many couples back together. But not all, and not always. For your own sake and that of your children, however, I recommend it - I almost insist on it - as the first step for anyone unhappy in a relationship.
phones keys house
Evening bags should be just big enough for my phone, lipstick, house key, and credit card.
divorce keys parent
Once you do embark upon the separation or divorce process, it is very important to remember three key things: Be kind, be reasonable, be brief. Remember that this person will no longer be your spouse, but he or she will continue to be your co-parent, family member, and perhaps business partner in certain assets or entities.