End of Watch, Part II: ‘Howe v. Howe’ and the Victims Compensation Fund Award Deadline Hiding in Your Open Files – Law.com Article

In this Law.com article, Erin Norris-Colgan explains how Howe v. Howe shapes the treatment of 9/11-related disability pensions and Victim Compensation Fund awards in New York divorce cases. The article highlights the September 11, 2026 Notice of Participation deadline, the importance of preserving WTC pension rights, and the need for careful drafting, tracing, and asset classification in matrimonial matters involving first responders and their families.