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Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce: Why Prenuptial Agreements Make Sense for Global Superstars – And for the Rest of Us
By: Brian J. Forgue, Esquire On Tuesday this week, global music superstar Taylor Swift was engaged to NFL tight-end Travis Kelce. Swift, whose estimated net worth exceeds $1 billion thanks to her record-breaking Eras Tour and extensive music catalog, represents a prime example of why prenuptial agreements exist. When one partner brings significantly more wealth into a marriage, a prenuptial ...
Employment Law Update August 2025
Our August 2025 Employment Law Update highlights three major developments that could reshape employer liability and compliance obligations. From the DOJ’s crackdown on certain DEI practices, to the ALI’s controversial new sexual assault liability rule, to the Sixth Circuit’s break from EEOC harassment guidance, these shifts signal important changes every employer should be watching. DOJ Issues Strict Guidance Targeting DEI ...
20 MacElree Harvey Attorneys Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® 2026 Edition
West Chester, PA | August 21, 2025 – MacElree Harvey, Ltd. is proud to announce that 18 attorneys have been recognized in the 2026 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®, with an additional two attorneys honored in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America. For more than four decades, Best Lawyers® has been recognized as the legal profession’s preeminent ...
20 MacElree Harvey Attorneys Named to Main Line Today’s 2025 Top Lawyers List
MacElree Harvey is proud to announce that several of our attorneys have once again been recognized by Main Line Today magazine as Top Lawyers for 2025 across a wide range of practice areas. This annual list highlights outstanding attorneys in the Main Line region who are nominated by their peers for professional excellence, client service, and leadership in the legal ...
MacElree Harvey’s Mary E. Lawrence Named One of Main Line Today’s “20 Emerging Leaders Under 40 to Watch”
MacElree Harvey, Ltd. is proud to announce that Mary E. Lawrence, Criminal Defense Attorney in our West Chester office, has been named to Main Line Today’s 2025 “20 Emerging Leaders Under 40 to Watch” list. This list honors young professionals across the western suburbs who are making a significant impact in their fields and communities. In addition to her work ...
Understanding Estate Administration
Estate administration is a crucial process that occurs after an individual passes away. It involves managing and distributing the deceased person's assets according to their will or, if no will exists, in accordance with state laws. This article provides an overview of the estate administration process, outlines the key responsibilities of an executor, and discusses common challenges faced during this ...
Employment Law Update July 2025
In July 2025, federal actions on civil rights and labor policy made headlines, as Columbia University reached a record $21 million settlement over antisemitism claims, a federal court reversed job protections for a transgender teacher under Florida’s pronoun law, and the Department of Labor paused enforcement of an Obama-era rule expanding wage protections for home care workers. Get the details ...
How are Retirement Assets Divided in Divorce?
In a divorce case, retirement assets are subject to equitable division based upon enumerated statutory factors. Equitable distribution does not always mean equal division. For example, certain factors require the Court to consider current incomes, future earning capacities, and other financial circumstances. Often, the lower-earning spouse receives a majority of the marital assets, including retirement accounts and pensions. Marital assets ...
