In the News

Below is a roundup of our attorneys’ recent awards, recognitions, media, and other accomplishments from around the country.


The Unhappiest (or Happiest, for Some) Month of the Year – January is National Divorce Month (Or Is It?)
January 25, 2024 – In this LinkedIn Article, Stacy D. Phillips shares her thoughts on what has become to be known as National Divorce Month.

 
My In-Laws Asked Me to Relinquish Any Claim to $100,000 They Gave Us as a Down Payment for Our House — On the Day We Closed. Is That Legal?
January 25, 2024 – Ory Apelboim was interviewed by MarketWatch discussing marital property rights within postnuptial agreements.
 
Stacy D. Phillips named one of the 2024 Top 10 Super Lawyers of Southern California
January 18, 2024 – Stacy D. Phillips has been named one of the 2024 Top 10 Super Lawyers of Southern California, an honor she has achieved every year since 2013.
 
Stacy D. Phillips named one of the 2024 Top 50 Women Super Lawyers of Southern California
January 18, 2024 – Stacy D. Phillips has been named one of the 2024 Top 50 Women Super Lawyers of Southern California, an honor she has achieved every year since 2005.
 
Stacy D. Phillips named one of the 2024 Top 100 Super Lawyers of Southern California
January 18, 2024 – Stacy D. Phillips has been named one of the 2024 Top 100 Super Lawyers of Southern California, an honor she has achieved every year since 2006.
 
Disarming the Narcissist: with guest expert Wendy Behary
January 11, 2024 – Lois J. Liberman hosted this webinar with Wendy Behary, an author and expert on the subject of narcissism and the approach one should take when dealing with narcissists.
 
Euthanizing Pets During Divorce: It’s Complicated
January 8, 2024 – Alan R. Feigenbaum authored this New York Law Journal article discussing pet disputes for divorced couples.
 
How to Divorce Better in 2024
December 27, 2023 – Alan R. Feigenbaum authored this Boston Globe article discussing his thoughts on the cultural stigma around divorce and how best to move ahead in the new year.
 
Will Jonathan Majors Serve Jail Time after Guilty Verdict? Lawyers Weigh In
December 18, 2023 – Brett S. Ward was interviewed by People discussing Jonathan Major’s guilty verdict and the prospect of the actor serving jail time.
 
Michelle Gervais Named to Florida Trend’s Notable Women Leaders in Law
December 14, 2023 – Michelle M. Gervais was named a Notable Woman Leader in Law by Florida Trend. This inaugural award list recognizes leaders in the legal industry throughout the state of Florida.
 
How to Parent from Two Homes
December 13, 2023 – Sophie Jacobi-Parisi authored this Psychology Today article discussing various co-parenting models and which may be best for parents raising children after a divorce.
 
From Britney to Joe Jonas, Celebrity Divorces Dominated 2023: Here’s What Happened
December 13, 2023 – Morgan F. Mouchette authored this Forbes article discussing the major divorce cases that dominated 2023.
 
The Celebrity Divorce Playbook
December 12, 2023 – Marilyn Chinitz and Kristina Royce were both featured in this Business Insider article discussing recent major celebrity divorce cases and how celebrities can go about finding the right attorney. 
 
Divorce Law Ends 2023 on a High Note
December 11, 2023 – Alan R. Feigenbaum authored this New York Law Journal article discussing developments in family law throughout the 2023 year.
 
Unveiling the Secrets of Matrimonial Law with Brett Ward
November 29, 2023 – Brett S. Ward, who serves as co-chair of the Matrimonial & Family Law group, joined host Denisa Tova on the Beyond the Bar podcast, which delves “deep into the lives of trailblazers, transcending beyond professional titles” and discusses “the passions, inspirations, and personal narratives that fuel these luminaries in their fields.”
 
My Ex and I Went through a Terrible Divorce Five Years Ago, but Didn’t Settle Our Kids’ College Expenses. How Do I Make Him Pay His Share?
November 28, 2023 – Brett S. Ward was interviewed by MarketWatch discussing college expenses for children after a divorce.
 
Unveiling the Layers: A Conversation with Lois Liberman on Law, Advocacy, and Life
November 21, 2023 – Lois J. Liberman joined host Denisa Tova on the Beyond the Bar podcast, which delves “deep into the lives of trailblazers, transcending beyond professional titles” and discusses “the passions, inspirations, and personal narratives that fuel these luminaries in their fields.”
 
The 2023 WIPL Awards: Law Firm Lifetime Achievement
November 21, 2023 – Sheila G. Riesel was recognized in Corporate Counsel’s 2023 Women, Influence & Power in Law Awards (“WIPL”), which honor general counsel, in-house leaders, and law firm partners who have demonstrated a commitment to advancing the empowerment of women in law. Sheila was one of five women recognized in the “Lifetime Achievement” category within the “Law Firm Awards” section.
 
Morgan Mouchette and Samantha Wallack Receive Blank Rome’s 2023 Distinguished Diversity & Inclusion Awards
November 2, 2023 – Blank Rome LLP was pleased to present partner Morgan F. Mouchette with the 2023 Honorable Nathaniel R. Jones Diversity and Inclusion Award, and partner and co-chair of the firm’s Real Estate practice Samantha Wallack with the 2023 Bonnie Glantz Fatell Women’s Advocacy and Leadership Award, in recognition of their outstanding contributions to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion (“DEI”) at Blank Rome, across the legal industry, and within their local communities.
 
Protecting Children’s Safety: The Divorce Court’s Awesome Power
November 2, 2023 – Alan R. Feigenbaum authored this New York Law Journal article discussing protecting children’s rights and safety in divorce cases.
 
Michelle Gervais Named to Florida Trend’s List of 500 Most Influential Executives 2023
November 1, 2023 – Michelle M. Gervais was named to The Florida 500 for the fifth year in a row, honoring her as one of the 44 attorneys recognized in this year’s “Law” category.
 
The Real Divorce Attorneys of New York City (New York’s Top Family Law Attorneys)
October 31, 2023 – Lois J. Liberman joined hosts Morgan Stogsdill and Andrea Rappaport on the How Not to Suck at Divorce podcast, which provides “action steps and support you need to not suck at getting divorced.”