Charlotte Divorce Blog


"The economics of divorce. Law and economics of romantic disentanglements: property division, alimony, child support. Economics of romantic matters which eschew reason, logic and calculation (or do they?). Alienation of affections, custody of the children, sentimental values. Divorcing spouses appear irrational. We aim to find rational explanations for this irrationality."

Author: Ilonka Aylward is a solo practitioner in Charlotte, N.C.

Blawg Related Categories: Family Law • States • North Carolina • Solo / Small Firm

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