Lerch Early Welcomes Morgan Foster as Principal in its Family Law Practice
Lerch Early is pleased to announce that Morgan Foster has joined the firm as a principal in its Family Law/Divorce practice. Foster represents clients in divorce and custody matters in …
Morgan E. Foster
Overview Morgan Foster practices family law, focusing on complex divorce and custody matters, drawing on 20 years of experience. She represents clients in all aspects of divorce, including division of …
Yours. Mine. Ours? Understanding Marital vs. Non-Marital Property in Divorce
In order to obtain a divorce, either via a negotiated settlement agreement, or through the court process, all marital property must be distributed between the parties. This necessary task begs …
What does Springtime Mean for Divorcing Families?
Separating or divorcing couples may replace their annual “spring cleaning” with “spring planning.” The summer, while your children are out of school, is a practical time to tell your families …
Lerch Early Recognized in SurePoint Technologies LLFI Mid-Sized 200
Lerch, Early & Brewer has been recognized in the SurePoint Technologies LLFI Mid-Sized 200, a data-driven index that evaluates factors such as growth, attorney retention, and overall stability. The ranking …
Your Spouse Cheated. Here Is What Divorce Court Actually Cares About
Your spouse cheated. You want the court to care. And the court might. But probably not in the way you think. If you are going through this situation, the affair …
A Vision Forward: Divorce Does Not Have to Be a Battle
Divorce doesn’t have to be a battle, and you have more ability than you think to control how acrimonious it becomes. You don’t have to participate in the fight. Let …
Dividing the Dog: How Furry Friends Are Treated in Divorce
Before I had kids, my first child was my dog, Loki. He comes on family trips, eats meals when we do, plays with us, and is a valued member of …
Prenups, Postnups, and Marital Settlement Agreements: What’s the Difference and Which is Best for You?
Whether you are entering a marriage, already married, or in the process of separating or divorcing, there are a few agreements that can help protect your finances. The type of …
Divorce Attorney Erin Kopelman Recognized in JD Supra’s 2026 Reader’s Choice Awards
Divorce Attorney and Principal Erin Kopelman has been recognized as a top author in JD Supra’s 2026 Readers Choice Awards. Kopelman is included as one of the Top 10 authors …
Erin Kopelman Appointed Treasurer of DC Chapter of American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers
Erin Kopelman has been named Treasurer of the DC Chapter of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (AAML). As a fellow of AAML and one of only 13 Fellows throughout …
Three Ways to Prevent Your Divorce From Turning Into a Runaway Train
This is not an article about whether divorce is the right choice. For some people, it is. The more common problem is that the process can escalate quickly. A manageable …
