In the News (Summer 2026)

Below is a roundup of Blank Rome Matrimonial and Family Law Partners’ recent awards, recognitions, media, and other accomplishments from around the country.

Defining ‘Emancipation Events’ in Divorce Agreements
July 23, 2026
Blank Rome partner Alan R. Feigenbaum authored this New York Law Journal article discussing the growing impact of AI on the college experience, and how it raises questions about how “emancipation events” may be interpreted in divorce settlement agreement.
Jacqueline Combs Joins The Last Show with David Cooper Podcast
July 20, 2026
Blank Rome partner Jackie Combs joined The Last Show with David Cooper to discuss the money-related questions people should consider asking on a first date.
What’s at Stake for Margaret Qualley and Jack Antonoff? Why Their Split Is Likely a ‘Walkaway Situation’
July 13, 2026
Blank Rome partner Bret S. Ward was featured in this People Magazine article discussing how courts often view short-term, childless marriages as “walkaway situations,” particularly when both spouses entered the marriage financially established and independently successful.
How Stars like Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce Protect Their Assets
July 9, 2026
Blank Rome partner Marilyn B. Chinitz authored this Wealth Management article discussing how prenuptial agreements are not simply tools for planning for divorce, but proactive instruments that help couples openly discuss finances, expectations, and long-term goals before marriage.
Blank Rome Attorney Discusses Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s “Enchanted” Wedding: The Fine Print behind the Fairytale
July 6, 2026
Blank Rome partner Morgan F. Mouchette authored this Forbes article discussing the importance of prenuptial agreements for high-profile individuals with substantial assets, business interests, and income streams.
Taylor Swift Is Worth Around $1.9 Billion More Than Travis Kelce—Here’s What Their Prenup Might Look Like
July 6, 2026
Blank Rome partner Ashley Silberfeld was featured in this Independent article discussing what the potential structure of the prenuptial agreement between Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift may look like. 
Marilyn B. Chinitz Named to the Power List by Hamptons Magazine
July 2, 2026
Blank Rome is pleased to share that Marilyn B. Chinitz, partner in the Matrimonial & Family Law practice group, has been named to the Power List by Hamptons Magazine.
The Art of the Celebrity Prenup
July 1, 2026
Blank Rome’s Matrimonial & Family Law group co-chair Steven W. Goldfeder was featured in this Vulture article discussing how prenuptial agreements generally cannot predetermine child custody, visitation, or support, as those issues must be decided based on the best interests of the child at the time of any future separation.
What is in Taylor Swift’s Prenup?
July 1, 2026
Blank Rome partner Ali L Fishbein was featured in this Money Moves article discussing prenuptial agreements and how confidentiality clauses may be particularly important when the parties in question are public figures.
Red Carpets and Rainbow Flags – What Celeb LGBTQIA+ Couples Teach Us About Modern Love
June 29, 2026
Blank Rome partner Morgan F. Mouchette authored this Forbes article discussing how the growing visibility of LGBTQIA+ relationships highlights important legal and business considerations beyond romance.
Marilyn B. Chinitz and Lois J. Liberman Recognized in Spear’s 2026 Family Lawyers Index
June 25, 2026
Blank Rome is pleased to announce that Spear’s Magazine has recognized partners Marilyn B. Chinitz and Lois J. Liberman in the 2026 edition of the Spear’s Family Law Index, part of the prestigious Spear’s 500 guide.
Child Support for Developmentally Disabled Adult Children
June 25, 2026
Blank Rome partner Alan R. Feigenbaum authored this New York Law Journal article discussing a recent New York court decision which provides important guidance on the state’s law allowing extended child support for developmentally disabled adult children through the age of 26.
Conditional Love: Inside the Rise of Lifestyle Clauses in Modern Prenups
June 25, 2026
Blank Rome partner Lois J. Liberman was featured in the Spear’s Magazine article discussing how a growing number of couples are turning to “lifestyle clauses” in prenuptial agreements that address a wide range of personal expectations and relationship dynamics.
Blank Rome Welcomes New Matrimonial & Family Law Associate Robyn B. Straus in New York
June 22, 2026
Blank Rome is pleased to announce that Robyn B. Straus has joined the firm’s New York office as an associate in the Matrimonial & Family Law practice group, which welcomed of counsel Jackielyn H. Abellada in March and associate J. Ross Jurow in May. Robyn joins Blank Rome from a highly regarded boutique matrimonial firm.
Kristina Royce, Jacqueline Combs, and Stacy D. Phillips Named 2026 Entertainment Business Visionaries by L.A. Times Studios
June 17, 2026
Blank Rome is pleased to announce that Matrimonial & Family Law group co-chair Kristina Royce and partners Jacqueline Combs and Stacy D. Phillips have been named 2026 Entertainment Business Visionaries by Los Angeles Times Studios.
‘Secret Lives Of Mormon Wives: Orange County’ Puts Aspyn Ovard’s Throuple into the Mainstream
June 9, 2026
Blank Rome partner Morgan F. Mouchette authored this Forbes article discussing how Aspyn Ovard’s appearance on a new series offers a rare mainstream look at polyamorous relationships, exploring both the realities and challenges of nontraditional partnerships.
Trusts in Divorce: When Asset Protection Strategies Collide with Equitable Distribution
June 5, 2026
Blank Rome partners Jackie Combs and Morgan F. Mouchette authored this National Law Review article discussing how trusts are often designed to protect and preserve family wealth. Still, in divorce proceedings, they can become a central point of dispute.
Ask Stacy – Never Forget, the Overcast of Divorce Will Pass
June 2, 2026
Blank Rome partners Jackie Combs and Morgan F. Mouchette authored this National Law Review article discussing how trusts are often designed to protect and preserve family wealth. Still, in divorce proceedings, they can become a central point of dispute.
How to Protect College Savings in Case of Divorce or Death
May 30, 2026
Blank Rome partner Alan R. Feigenbaum authored this New York Law Journal article discussing how divorce or the death of a spouse can affect 529 college savings accounts.
Lois Liberman Joins the How Not to Suck at Divorce Podcast
May 27, 2026
Blank Rome partner Lois J. Liberman joined hosts Morgan Stogsdill and Andrea Rappaport on the How Not to Suck at Divorce podcast to share practical insights on how manipulative behaviors may arise during divorce proceedings and strategies for managing these interactions effectively.
Hayden Panettiere’s Custody Decision: A Lesson in Putting Children First
May 26, 2026
Blank Rome partner Morgan F. Mouchette authored this Forbes article discussing some important custody lessons to be learned in the wake of actress Hayden Panettiere’s divorce. 
When Your Lender Is Also Your Best Friend
May 23, 2026
Blank Rome partner Jackie Combs was featured in this New York Times article discussing how loans from friends can be considered gifts under the law in some cases. 
Taylor Swift’s Reported Ironclad Prenup with Travis Kelce Protecting Her Billions
May 22, 2026
Blank Rome partner Ryan J. Casson was featured in this Extra TV article discussing the prenuptial agreement Taylor Swift has with new spouse Travis Kelce.
Why Billionaire Taylor Swift Could Be on the Hook for Travis Kelce’s Living Expenses after Wedding
May 19, 2026
Blank Rome partner Sarah M. Luetto was featured in this Page Six article discussing potential expenses that may be expected after Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s wedding. 
Business Valuation in Divorce: Judicial Discretion Reigns
May 19, 2026
Blank Rome partner Alan R. Feigenbaum authored this New York Law Journal article discussing New York’s recent AP v. RP decision, which reaffirmed that a rigid formula does not govern business valuation in divorce, yet rests largely on judicial discretion and expert credibility.
Blank Rome Welcomes New Matrimonial & Family Law Associate J. Ross Jurow in New York
May 15, 2026
Blank Rome is pleased to announce that J. Ross (“J”) Jurow has joined the firm’s New York office as an associate in the Matrimonial & Family Law practice group, which welcomed of counsel Jackielyn H. Abellada in March. J joins Blank Rome from a highly regarded boutique matrimonial firm.
Marilyn B. Chinitz Joins Divorce & Beyond Podcast
May 5, 2026
Blank Rome partner Marilyn B. Chinitz joined host Susan Guthrie on the Divorce & Beyond podcast for a conversation about the patterns, warning signs, and financial realities that everyone who is married, or considering marriage, should understand.
Seven Surprising Clauses Couples Are Putting into Their Prenups
April 28, 2026
Blank Rome partner Jackie Combs was featured in this Wall Street Journal article discussing how modern prenuptial agreements are trending.
Why Gen-Z and Millennials Might Ask for Your Credit Score on a Date
April 23, 2026
Blank Rome partner Jackie Combs was featured in this NewsNation article discussing how modern dating is developing as financial instability increases.