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Orange County Divorce Lawyer Blog

Cover California divorce and family law issues. By The Law Office Of David P. Schwarz.

http://www.orangecountydivorcelawyerblog.com/

May 22
$250 Million Divorce Settlement for Stewart Rahr

$250 Million Divorce Settlement for Stewart Rahr

In December of last year, pharma kingpin Stewart Rahr and his wife Carol announced that they would be divorcing after 43 years of marriage. The process was to be an amicable one, Rahr told me. Today, the New York Post's Page Six reports that…
May 20
Ex-husband who raped stepdaughter wants spousal support

Ex-husband who raped stepdaughter wants spousal support

A Los Angeles area man is requesting that his ex-wife to resume spousal support payments now that he's served jail time for raping her daughter, KCAL-TV reports. Ed Abar wants Carol Abar to resume $1,300-a-month payments he had been…
May 16
Child Custody award leads to murder plot

Child Custody award leads to murder plot

A former elementary school teacher and her father pleaded guilty Thursday to their admitted roles in a plot to murder her former husband because they were unhappy with a child-custody award in the couple's divorce case. Then, after onetime…

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Lawdiva's Blog

Covers family law and criminal law in Canada. By Georgialee Lang.

http://lawdiva.wordpress.com

May 22
Guest Post: What Happens When Nannies Get Stuck Between Divorcing Parent

Guest Post: What Happens When Nannies Get Stuck Between Divorcing Parent

Divorces are stressful, that cannot be denied. The long and arduous process of dividing family property can leave feelings of animosity and regret. As a parent going through divorce you need to consider how the disruption inherent in divorce…
May 20
Chicago Courtroom Becomes Stage for Donald Trump’s Theatric

Chicago Courtroom Becomes Stage for Donald Trump’s Theatric

Billionaire Donald Trump is used to running the show, whether it be in business or on television, and his penchant for full control made for an interesting few days in Judge Amy St. Eve’s Chicago courtroom last week. Trump is a key…
May 16
Charlie Sheen Pays $110,000 a Month in Child Support

Charlie Sheen Pays $110,000 a Month in Child Support

American actor Charlie Sheen is a very wealthy man. Rumour has it that before he was fired (or did he quit?) from Two and a Half Men, the popular CBS sitcom, he earned $1.8 million dollars per episode. Nice work if you can get it. Not a…

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Questions & Answers About Divorce…

Questions & Answers About Divorce and Family Law

Answers common questions regarding divorce, separation agreements, child support, annulment, child custody and other family law matters. By The Garrett Law Group.

http://vabeachdivorceattorney.net/questions-answers/

May 22
How Do I File For A Modification Of My Child Support Or Child Custody and Visitation Order?

How Do I File For A Modification Of My Child Support Or Child Custody and Visitation Order?

When a court issues an order for child custody and visitation or for payment of child support, that order is based upon the circumstances existing at the time of the order. Over time, it is not uncommon for those circumstances to change in…
May 18
For A Virginia Divorce May We Be Separated And Live In The Same House?

For A Virginia Divorce May We Be Separated And Live In The Same House?

Under Virginia law, it is required that spouses live separate and apart for a period of either six or twelve months (depending on whether there are minor children) prior to finalizing a divorce. Maintaining separate households for this time…
May 15
How Does A Parent Sign Over Parental Rights And Not Be Obligated For Child Support?

How Does A Parent Sign Over Parental Rights And Not Be Obligated For Child Support?

This is a frequently asked question by both mothers and fathers alike. The answer lies in who is the beneficiary of the child support. Child support, as it is called, is support for the child, not the custodial parent. It is the child’s…

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Orlando Divorce Blog

Covers family, divorce, or estate planning laws, cases and articles. By the Meddin Law Firm.

http://meddinlaw.com/orlando-divorce-blog/

May 22
Take Charge of Your Finances After Your Divorce

Take Charge of Your Finances After Your Divorce

By Anna E. Meddin, Esquire www.meddinlaw.com Your divorce has been finalized! The court has entered a Final Judgment but now what? Many recently divorced people are excited but are not yet ready to take charge of their new financial…
May 2
Florida’s controversial alimony SB 718 vetoed

Florida’s controversial alimony SB 718 vetoed

By Anna E. Meddin, Esquire www.meddinlaw.com By vetoing SB 718, Governor Rick Scott has given Floridians peace of mind that their permanent alimony will not be retroactively adjusted. The controversial bill would have abolished permanent…
Apr 4
The Meddin Law Firm sponsors CFAWL’s Runway For Justice to benefit A Place for Children

The Meddin Law Firm sponsors CFAWL’s Runway For Justice to benefit A Place for Children

By: Anna E. Meddin, Esquire www.meddinlaw.com The Meddin Law Firm is proud to sponsor Central Florida Association for Women Lawyers (CFAWL) annual fundraising event: Runway For Justice – A Spring Fashion Soiree to benefit A Place…

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Updates in Michigan Family Law

Covers adoption, annulment, child abuse, child custody and support, cohabitation, property division, domestic violence, divorce and separation. By Jeanne Hannah.

http://jeannehannah.typepad.com/blog_jeanne_hannah_traver/

May 22
Michigan Medical Marijuana Act | Driving Under the Influence

Michigan Medical Marijuana Act | Driving Under the Influence

Finally, the decision many family lawyers and criminal lawyers have awaited has been released by the Michigan Supreme Court. The question raised was whether a driver can be arrested for driving while under the influence when the driver has a…
May 8
Son of Citation Machine | Easy, Proper Citations of all Kinds of Source

Son of Citation Machine | Easy, Proper Citations of all Kinds of Source

Wow! What a cool item for Jeanne's Toolkit. "Son of Citation machine" provides lawyers and professional researchers with a very easy way to properly cite the resources that they use. You may choose your "style"--MLA, APA…
May 8
Renter Who is Victim of Domestic Violence May Break Lease

Renter Who is Victim of Domestic Violence May Break Lease

Most states have enacted statutes that permit a tenant who is at risk of domestic violence, sexual assault or stalking to be released from a rental obligation. The tenant seeking release must provide notice of "intent to seek a release…

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Covers practice tips and new legal developments of particular interest to California legal professionals. The CEB blog covers a wide range of practice areas from estate planning to civil litigation, along with posts relating to the practice of law generally.

http://blog.ceb.com

May 22
Immigration Issues Dos and Don’ts for Job Interview

Immigration Issues Dos and Don’ts for Job Interview

There are many subjects that require care when conducting a job interview. Immigration is definitely one of them. Given the increased awareness and sensitivity to immigration status issues, employers need to watch their questions. Although…
May 20
Keep an Eye Toward an Appeal

Keep an Eye Toward an Appeal

Trying a case is hard enough, but throughout trial you should also keep in the back of your mind the need to preserve the record for appeal. Why is it so important to pay attention to the record during trial? It all comes down to a major…
May 17
Second Bite at the Apple: How Unregistered Domestic Partners (and Other Cotenants) Can Still Avoid Property Tax Reassessment

Second Bite at the Apple: How Unregistered Domestic Partners (and Other Cotenants) Can Still Avoid Property Tax Reassessment

Do you own a house with someone and don’t want to register as domestic partners, but you still want an exclusion from a change in ownership for property tax purposes when you die? Now you can. Here’s how it works. Under Rev &…

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International Family Law

Covers international divorce law, international child custody, international child abduction and international prenuptial agreements. From attorney Jeremy Morley.

http://www.internationalfamilylawfirm.com/

May 22
Status of Korea’s Accession to the Hague Abduction Convention

Status of Korea’s Accession to the Hague Abduction Convention

As has been recently reported by the U.S. State Department: · The Republic of Korea is one of only a handful of East Asian countries that has acceded to the Hague Abduction Convention. …
May 10
How to Win a Hague Convention Child Abduction Case

How to Win a Hague Convention Child Abduction Case

For the family law practitioner looking for more information on the Hague Abduction Convention, I recommended that you seek out my book: The Hague Abduction Convention: Practical Issues and Procedures for the Family Lawyer,…
May 8
Argentina Not Compliant with Hague Abduction Convention

Argentina Not Compliant with Hague Abduction Convention

Argentina has been declared “Not Compliant” with the Hague Abduction Convention in the U.S. State Department’s latest annual report on compliance with the Convention. In the previous year it was merely listed as a…

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Texas Collaborative Law Blog

Provides information about the Texas approach to Collaborative Law. By Dick Price.

http://texascollaborativelaw.blogspot.com/

May 22
Another Reason to Use Collaborative Law -- Easy, Free Parking!

Another Reason to Use Collaborative Law -- Easy, Free Parking!

I just heard an NPR news story about parking lots. It was more interesting than I expected. There were sound bites from Joni Mitchell's song, Big Yellow Taxi ("They Paved Paradise and Put up a Parking Lot") and a Seinfeld segment…
May 16
Complicated Finances: When You Should Use Collaborative Law

Complicated Finances: When You Should Use Collaborative Law

Couples facing divorce after a long-term marriage often have serious concerns about how to deal with and protect their hard-earned assets. There can be a variety of investments, business interests and employment benefits built up over…
May 9
How to Negotiate in a Collaborative Law Case

How to Negotiate in a Collaborative Law Case

For people starting out in Collaborative cases, their focus is usually on something like gathering information, wondering what to expect or worrying about whether their own needs can be met. Something that isn't considered too often is…

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Cardozo Law Student Chapter -…

Cardozo Law Student Chapter - Children's Rights Institute

Cardozo law student division of CRI founded by 2010 Cardozo graduates Danielle Goldstein and Benjamin Ryberg. CRI-Cardozo has over 40 student members and is dedicated to raising awareness about human rights abuses against children.

http://www.childrensrightsinstitute.org/blog/

May 22
Muslim Preacher Kills His 8-Year-Old Child Bride

Muslim Preacher Kills His 8-Year-Old Child Bride

According to war correspondent Mustafa Kazemi, an 8-year-old girl was recently murdered by her husband, a Muslim mullah, on the day of their wedding. Kazemi's source, a medical doctor, said there was nothing that could be done to save her…
May 20
Conservative Afghan lawmakers block legislation protecting women's right

Conservative Afghan lawmakers block legislation protecting women's right

KABUL, Afghanistan — Conservative religious lawmakers in Afghanistan blocked legislation on Saturday aimed at strengthening provisions for women's freedoms, arguing that parts of it violate Islamic principles and encourage disobedience.…
May 20
Morocco Accused of Teaching Children 'Terroristic' Islam

Morocco Accused of Teaching Children 'Terroristic' Islam

Moroccan human rights activist Ahmed Assid unleashed a wellspring of criticism, massive waves of anger and a fatwa on his head for staying that Islam has become totally incompatible with today's world. During a three-day seminar at the 10th…

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Upstate New York Family Lawyer…

Upstate New York Family Lawyer Blog

Covers family law and traffic ticket information. By the Law Office of James B. Lesperance, Jr.

http://www.upstatenewyorkfamilylawyerblog.com/

May 22
#380 Third Department Caselaw Round-Up for May 31, 2012, Part 5 of 6

#380 Third Department Caselaw Round-Up for May 31, 2012, Part 5 of 6

First, some housekeeping issues. I have not published any blog posts since May 3, 2013, because I have been quite busy. Apart from my personal and professional obligations, I am in the midst of overhauling both this web site and the blog as…
May 3
#379 Third Department Caselaw Round-Up for May 31, 2012, Part 4 of 6

#379 Third Department Caselaw Round-Up for May 31, 2012, Part 4 of 6

The first case illustrates the rarely seen doctrine of equitable estoppel. However, when this doctrine appears, it always seems to be in the context of paternity, at least in family court proceedings. The crux of this doctrine, in family…
May 3
#378 Third Department Caselaw Round-Up for May 31, 2012, Part 3 of 6

#378 Third Department Caselaw Round-Up for May 31, 2012, Part 3 of 6

The first case is the classic application of Tropea to the fact pattern. Mom wants to relocate. Dad opposes the relocation. Mom has a number of factors she needs to prove in order to be able to relocate. The second case? Can you say SSL…

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Family Law Prof Blog

By Professor Andrea B. Carrol of the Paul M. Hebert Law Center at Louisiana State University, and Margaret Ryznar.

http://lawprofessors.typepad.com/family_law/

May 22
Rich Despite Divorce

Rich Despite Divorce

From Forbes: In December of last year, pharma kingpin Steward Rahr and his wife Carol announced that they would be divorcing after 43 years of marriage. The process was to be an amicable one, Rahr told me. Today, the NEew...
May 21
On Marriage

On Marriage
May 20
Windsor v. United State

Windsor v. United State

From Angelique Devaux, writing for I-CONnect: To marry or tax me. This could be the modern Shakespeare quote heard in the oral arguments last March 27th at the US Supreme Court in the pending case Windsor v. United States. But...

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Family Lore

Covers child support, divorce, property and chiildren. By John Boich.

http://www.familylore.co.uk/

May 22
Family Lore Clinic: What is the difference between a consent order and decree absolute?

Family Lore Clinic: What is the difference between a consent order and decree absolute?

Not the sort of question a family lawyer might expect, but perhaps indicative of our slightly confusing system where, unlike in some other jurisdictions, all matters relating to a divorce are not dealt with together. [Once again I am taking…
May 21
News Update: 21st of May 2013

News Update: 21st of May 2013

WELCOME to this week's Family Lore News Update.NEWSGay marriage: Final reading in CommonsThe government's same-sex marriage bill is to receive a third and final Commons reading after surviving resistance from Tory opponents on Monday night.…
May 20
Child maintenance proposals 'grossly unfair'

Child maintenance proposals 'grossly unfair'

I have received the following press release from the Centre for Separated Families:Family separation charity, the Centre for Separated Families, has called for the government to rethink plans to increase flat rate child maintenance payments…

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ABC Family Law Blog

Covers Florida family law. By the Law Firm of Adam B. Cordover, P.A.

http://abcfamilyblog.wordpress.com/

May 21
Five Legal Steps Florida LGBT Parents Should Take

Five Legal Steps Florida LGBT Parents Should Take

The unfortunate truth is that current Florida law is not conducive to recognizing the relationships that develop in lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender families. However, there are steps that Florida and Tampa Bay LGBT parents can…
May 18
Tampa Prenuptial Agreements: Collaborative-Style

Tampa Prenuptial Agreements: Collaborative-Style

Potential clients come into my Tampa office all the time to learn about prenuptial agreements, how they can protect interests, and how they can provide for a more certain future. For all these clients, I suggest that they utilize the ……
May 14
Tampa Bay Association for Marriage and Family Therapy Goes Collaborative

Tampa Bay Association for Marriage and Family Therapy Goes Collaborative

On May 10, Collaborative Divorce Attorney Adam B. Cordover spoke to the membership of the Tampa Bay Association for Marriage and Family Therapy on “Collaborative Family Law: Offering a Healthier Alternative to Tampa’s…

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Divorce: New York

By Neil Cahn, PLLC.

http://www.divorceny.com/

May 21
Mother’s Driving While Impaired Warrants Hearing on Father’s Application to Limit Mother’s Visitation

Mother’s Driving While Impaired Warrants Hearing on Father’s Application to Limit Mother’s Visitation

The Appellate Division, Second Department, has held that a father’s application for sole custody and for supervised visitation for the mother, should not have been denied without a hearing, where the father had alleged that the mother…
May 13
The Second Department Rules on Child Support Parental Income Cap, Transfer of the Marital Residence, and Judgment Formalitie

The Second Department Rules on Child Support Parental Income Cap, Transfer of the Marital Residence, and Judgment Formalitie

In a May 8, 2013 decision in Mejia v. Mejia, the Appellate Division, Second Department, modified a divorce judgment’s provisions concerning the cap on combined parental income, the disposition of the marital residence, college expenses…
May 12
Attorney Representing Sister in Child Support Matter Arrested Following Alleged Altercation with Former Brother-In-Law

Attorney Representing Sister in Child Support Matter Arrested Following Alleged Altercation with Former Brother-In-Law

Patrick Bisogno, an attorney representing his sister in a Staten Island Family Court child support matter, was arrested after allegedly assaulting his former brother-in-law. In reports by the New York Law Journal and the Staten Island Advance…

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Dallas Divorce Law Blog

Provides news and updates on Texas family law issues. By O'Neil Attorneys.

http://www.dallastxdivorce.com/

May 21
Divorced parent rights in the aftermath of a tragedy

Divorced parent rights in the aftermath of a tragedy

As if tragedy isn’t enough…. Today I read a post on Facebook from a Mom whose son lives with his Dad in Oklahoma. She can’t contact either of them after the tornado and is frantic. I know nothing more about these folks…
May 17
Completing Your Social Study Questionnaire:

Completing Your Social Study Questionnaire:

There are many aspects to a social study evaluation. You can expect a typical social study evaluation to take from 8 to 18 months to complete. During this time period, the social study evaluator will review information provided by each…
May 15
Improving Economy, Increasing Divorce Rate

Improving Economy, Increasing Divorce Rate

Money (or lack thereof) is characteristically at the top of the list when it comes to reasons for a divorce. But in a depressed economy when people cannot afford to maintain two houses, sell their house, or pay the attorneys, divorce rates…

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Family Law Blog

Covers California family law. By Claery & Green.

http://www.claerygreen.com/Family-Law-Blog.aspx

May 21
Changing Summer Custody Schedule

Changing Summer Custody Schedule

If you are part of a co-parenting or custody-sharing plan, then chances are that summertime will shake up the agreement a bit. During the school year, your children are locked into a schedule because of school. During the summer, the children…
May 20
Summertime Vacation Etiquette for Divorced Couple

Summertime Vacation Etiquette for Divorced Couple

If you are going on vacation with the children, you have the responsible to let your ex know where you are going and when you will be back. This rule only applies if you are co-parenting or sharing custody. If you have sole custody of your…
May 20
Act Now on Summer Vacation Dispute

Act Now on Summer Vacation Dispute

Most people anxiously await summertime as a special time to take vacations, enjoy sunny days outside, and spend time with family. Yet for divorced couples sharing custody of their children, summertime can also be a season of contention.…

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Massachusetts Divorce Blog

Covers family law, divorce mediation and collaborative law. By Howard I. Goldstein.

http://www.massachusetts-divorce.com/blog/

May 21
Goldstein, Egloff, Ramos & Wood, LLP, Sponsors Comedy Night to Support the Women’s Bar Foundation

Goldstein, Egloff, Ramos & Wood, LLP, Sponsors Comedy Night to Support the Women’s Bar Foundation

Amy Egloff is proud to serve on the Board of Trustees of the Women’s Bar Foundation.
Nov 29
Merger vs. Survival of divorce agreements in Massachusett

Merger vs. Survival of divorce agreements in Massachusett

Separation Agreements either “merge” or “survive” a Judgment of Divorce. When a separation agreement is merged into a Judgment of Divorce, its terms are incorporated into the judgment and are modifiable by the court,…
Nov 24
Definition of income under the Massachusetts child support guideline

Definition of income under the Massachusetts child support guideline

The latest version of the Massachusetts child support guidelines contains a long list of items that are to be considered income for purposes of the guidelines. Most people, including lawyers are surprised when they see what is included. It…

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San Diego Divorce Attorneys Blog

Covers divorce, spousal support and property division in California. By the Law Offices of Nancy J. Bickford, APC.

http://www.sandiegodivorceattorneysblog.com/

May 21
Property Division and Divorce - Dividing Household Items Without a Judge

Property Division and Divorce - Dividing Household Items Without a Judge

In a divorce, personal property (such as furniture, furnishings, art, family photos, pets, and other general property) is treated no differently than the division of other assets. Parties to a divorce can spend a significant amount of money…
May 20
How a Later Date of Separation in a San Diego Divorce May Weigh In Your Favor

How a Later Date of Separation in a San Diego Divorce May Weigh In Your Favor

In a San Diego divorce, a party's date of separation is the first date when either party subjectively (mentally) decided the marriage was over, finished, and not salvageable. The parties' overt actions usually demonstrate that subjective…
May 16
California Family Code Failed to Protect Mother Ordered to Support Daughter's Abuser

California Family Code Failed to Protect Mother Ordered to Support Daughter's Abuser

Spousal support is an issue commonly litigated in a divorce in San Diego. Carol Abar filed for divorce after sixteen years of marriage, when she learned that her husband had sexually assaulted her daughter. In a hearing on spousal support…

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Massachusetts Divorce Law Monitor

Covers Massachusetts family and divorce law. By Nancy R. Van Tine.

http://www.massachusettsdivorcelawmonitor.com/

May 21
Modification, Change is Hard

Modification, Change is Hard

Hi there, I hope you all are enjoying this gorgeous weather, I love it! We have been very busy here since March with a number of modification cases, as the new Alimony Law allowed for a large group of payors to file for…
May 13
Gray Divorce: Retirement Accounts and Estate Planning

Gray Divorce: Retirement Accounts and Estate Planning

Hi there, I’ve been playing hooky, and my colleague Andrea Dunbar has stepped up to complete her series on points to consider in gray divorces. Best, Nancy ______________ DIVIDING RETIREMENT ACCOUNTS There are important…
May 6
Gray Divorce: Social Security and Medicare

Gray Divorce: Social Security and Medicare

Hi there, Gray divorce is on the increase. As Boomers age they are deciding to divorce. There are a number of issues that are of particular importance. My very talented colleague Andrea Dunbar has written today about Social…

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Divorce With Respect

Covers California divorce issues. By Bartholomew & Wasnicky LLP.

http://sacramentodivorcewithrespectattorney.com/

May 21
11 Points to a Successful Co-Parenting Plan (Part 2 of 2)

11 Points to a Successful Co-Parenting Plan (Part 2 of 2)

Continuing our discussion of 11 Points to a Successful Co-Parenting Plan, check out Part 1 here. 7. Discuss areas of potential conflict out of earshot of the children. Do not expose your children to, nor discuss with them, areas…
May 17
11 Points to a Successful Co-Parenting Plan (Part 1 of 2)

11 Points to a Successful Co-Parenting Plan (Part 1 of 2)

Designing a successful co-parenting plan is all about creating a calm environment for making decisions about what’s best for the children and easing stress between the parents. Keep the following points in mind when developing your…
May 9
Divorce and Your Child’s School

Divorce and Your Child’s School

Decades ago, dealing with a child of divorce and the divorced parents themselves was an unknown for schools. Now as divorces and blended families are more common, school officials have become more comfortable in dealing with the trials and…

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Sonoma County Lawyer Blog

Covers bankruptcy, family law, and landlord-tenant law. By the Law Offices of James V. Sansone.

http://blog.jamessansonelaw.com/

May 21
Modifying Your Child Support Payment

Modifying Your Child Support Payment

Has your income dropped since a judge first ordered you to pay child support? If so, you may want to contact a family law lawyer to have the support reduced. Sometimes, these modifications are successful. But that wasn't the outcome Carl…
May 14
How to Develop a Post-Divorce Parenting Plan

How to Develop a Post-Divorce Parenting Plan

In California, there is a relatively new term being used to describe how divorced parents spend time with their children. It's called parenting time. While you're probably familiar with the terms child custody, visitation, and child…
May 7
Dividing Marital Property in a Santa Rosa Divorce

Dividing Marital Property in a Santa Rosa Divorce

After your wedding, you reveled at all of your gifts. There was the shiny new toaster from your Aunt Betsy, the Cuisinart from your best friend, the teak patio set from your parents. Now, on the verge of finalizing your divorce, you have…

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Indiana Family Lawyer Blog

Covers adoption, family law, surrogacy and mediation. By Harden Jackson LLC.

http://www.indianafamilylawyerblog.com/

May 21
Questions to consider when using a surrogate - Part 2 of 2

Questions to consider when using a surrogate - Part 2 of 2

This is part two of a two-part series on surrogacy considerations.Surrogacy can be an extraordinary gift to help an individual or couples build their family. However, it is best if some security measures be employed to ensure that all parties…
May 16
My Cheating Spouse: What Impact Does Infidelity Have on Divorce?

My Cheating Spouse: What Impact Does Infidelity Have on Divorce?

By: Clarissa Finnell Almost every meeting with a new divorce client starts with a recitation of all the reasons that the parties are getting divorced. High on that list is infidelity. Clients will provide me with loads and loads of…
May 14
Questions to consider when using a surrogate - Part 1

Questions to consider when using a surrogate - Part 1

Surrogacy can be an extraordinary gift to help an individual or couples build their family. However, it is best if some security measures be employed to ensure that all parties have a positive experience. There are many issues to consider…

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Alabama Divorce & Family Law…

Alabama Divorce & Family Law Attorney Blog

Covers Alabama divorce and family law issues. By Steven D. Eversole.

http://www.birminghamdivorceblog.com/

May 21
New Alabama Adoption Law Eases Restrictions for Foster Familie

New Alabama Adoption Law Eases Restrictions for Foster Familie

Alabama foster families who have fallen in love with the child in their care and wish to make it permanent may face fewer hurdles, per the passage of a new state adoption law that aims to streamline the process. Birmingham adoption lawyers…
May 12
Alabama Child Support Modification Orders Require Skilled Lawyer

Alabama Child Support Modification Orders Require Skilled Lawyer

Most people think of needing a Birmingham family law attorney when they are about to file for a divorce. And it's true that it's certainly important to secure solid legal representation before you even initiate divorce proceedings. But you…
May 8
Birmingham Child Custody Evaluation Preparation Tip

Birmingham Child Custody Evaluation Preparation Tip

Celebrity news sites have been recently reporting on the fact that Brooke Mueller, mother to Charlie Sheen's twin sons, has lost custody of her children, at least temporarily, to Sheen's other ex, Denise Richards, with whom the actor also has…

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Defero Law

Community of UK legal bloggers.

http://www.deferolaw.com/profiles/blog/list?promoted=1

May 21
Ashton Kutcher Demi Moore Divorce – Celebrity Split | Slater & Gordon

Ashton Kutcher Demi Moore Divorce – Celebrity Split | Slater & Gordon

The divorce between Ashton Kutcher and Demi Moore continues to draw media attention as they attempt to reach a financial settlement. The New York Daily News has reported that the proceedings have been stalled by Demi's requests for spousal…
May 20
Our Child Abuse Solicitors discuss today’s conviction of Canon Rideout

Our Child Abuse Solicitors discuss today’s conviction of Canon Rideout

Canon Rideout has been convicted today at Lewes Crown Court of 34 indecent assaults and two attempted rapes. The majority of the assaults took place at Ilfield Hall Children’s Home where Rideout was an assistant curate between 1962 and…
May 20
Riliance Sign Up 700th Law Firm

Riliance Sign Up 700th Law Firm

Riliance Software the UK's leading provider of Risk & Compliance systems for COLP's & COFA's have now signed up 700 law firms ranging from sole practitioners up to large national firms and leading ABS's.

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DivorceYes Blog

Covers Florida divorce issues. By Miller Law Associates.

http://www.divorceyes.com/wordpress/

May 21
The Most Important Things Your Kids Need to Hear during Divorce

The Most Important Things Your Kids Need to Hear during Divorce

There’s no easy way to get your kids through your divorce. The end of your marriage will be very hard on your children, but it’s your job to do everything you can to make things easier for them. It’s very … Continue…
May 14
Don’t Let Your Kids See The Anger In Your Divorce

Don’t Let Your Kids See The Anger In Your Divorce

Did you know that a recent study found that children who are exposed to constant fighting between parents are more likely to be depressed? Furthermore, those kids are also more likely to act out with harmful behaviors, such as drug ……
May 7
3 Things to Remember When Hiring a Divorce Lawyer

3 Things to Remember When Hiring a Divorce Lawyer

Facing divorce on your own is rarely a good idea. You can benefit immensely from the knowledge and experience of a qualified divorce attorney, but how can you make sure you choose the right lawyer to handle your case? Here … Continue…

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Family Law Source

Covers business valuation and divorce litigation. By Brian C. Vertz.

http://www.familylawyerspittsburgh.com/blog/

May 20
Gifts Still Not Income in Child Support Proceeding

Gifts Still Not Income in Child Support Proceeding

In Suzanne D. v. Stephen W., 2013 Pa.Super. 93 (April 22, 2013), the Superior Court contemplated how to characterize $350,000 in money transfers that father received from his father, in the context of a post-divorce child support proceeding.…
May 19
Pennsylvania Courts Examine Full and Fair Disclosure in Family Law Agreement

Pennsylvania Courts Examine Full and Fair Disclosure in Family Law Agreement

Marriage and divorce are not cold business transactions. Couples who are about to marry or divorce have emotions and intimate relationships that may compromise their ability to negotiate at arm’s length like business people. For this…
May 17
Why is Child Support Based on Income, without Considering Expenses?

Why is Child Support Based on Income, without Considering Expenses?

As a child support lawyer, I am frequently asked why the Pennsylvania child support guidelines don’t consider a parent’s expenses. Sometimes paying child support makes a parent “see red.” Parents may experience…

Rank this Week: 850

Atlanta Divorce Attorney Blog

Covers family law issues such as Alimony, Annulment, Divorce, Custody, and Family Law Case updates. Published By Atlanta, Georgia law firm, Meriwether & Tharp, LLP.

http://www.atlantadivorceattorneyblog.com/

May 20
Name Change After Georgia Divorce

Name Change After Georgia Divorce

In a Georgia divorce action, “a party may pray in his pleadings for the restoration of a maiden or prior name.” OCGA §19-5-16. Once the divorce is granted, “the judgment or decree shall specify and restore to the party…
May 17
Duration of Child Support in Georgia

Duration of Child Support in Georgia

Family law attorneys deal with child support issues every day. A common question asked is: How long do I have to pay child support? Fortunately, Georgia law makes this clear. Specifically, the law says “[t]he duty to provide support…
May 13
Georgia Annulment

Georgia Annulment

A person has two options to end a marriage in Georgia – annulment or divorce. An annulment is much harder to come by and may only be granted in the case of a marriage declared void by law. OCGA §19-4-1. In Georgia,…

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Houston Divorce Lawyer Blog

Covers the divorce process. By Ramos Law Firm.

http://www.ramosfamilylaw.com/houstondivorceblog/

May 20
What is an Acknowledgment of Paternity and Why is It Important?

What is an Acknowledgment of Paternity and Why is It Important?

An Acknowledgment of Paternity (AOP for short) is a legal document, filed with the Bureau of Vital Statistics, which establishes a man as the legal father to a child. The AOP can be obtained at the hospital where the child is born, the…
Apr 4
How much should I expect to spend on a divorce?

How much should I expect to spend on a divorce?

Unfortunately there is no cut and dry answer to this question. It depends on three main factors: 1. What is your attorney’s hourly rate? – An attorney with an hourly rate of $175 per hour will clearly result with lower…
Mar 11
Can I Waive the 30 Day Waiting Period After a Divorce to Get Marriage Again?

Can I Waive the 30 Day Waiting Period After a Divorce to Get Marriage Again?

The state of Texas has a mandatory thirty day waiting period after a divorce is granted before the parties may marry a new person. The reason for the mandatory waiting period is that the judge and court that issued your final decree of…

Rank this Week: 3744

Ayo and Iken PLC Blog

Covers Florida divorce, custody, paternity, and child support.

http://www.18884mydivorce.com/blog/

May 20
Attorney Cheri Hobbs – Recap

Attorney Cheri Hobbs – Recap

My recap of recent events: I have been working on a case in Tampa where the other party tried to pull a fast one. This is a jurisdiction case – where we fight over which state should be the one to make decisions about a minor child. I…
May 17
Doing it Alone

Doing it Alone

There was recently an article in the Tampa Bay Times. The article described a couple that was going through a divorce in Tampa. The scene that was painted was not a pretty one. The article describes arguments between the couple as they try to…
May 16
Clint Eastwood’s wife considers filing for divorce

Clint Eastwood’s wife considers filing for divorce

According to new reports, Clint Eastwood's wife Dina Ruiz is said to be mulling the prospect of a divorce from the star. Dina Eastwood has gone into rehab in Arizona in a bid to treat her anxiety and depression, and has linked her worries…

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Pennsylvania Family Law

Updates, events, and useful tips surrounding family law issues. Published by Charles J. Meyer of Fox Rothschild.

http://pafamilylaw.foxrothschild.com/

May 20
CAR FIGHTS

CAR FIGHTS

One of the lesser joys of the domestic practice is presiding over fights over personal property. My professional low point came twenty years ago while with another firm. My opponent that day was my current law partner David Rasner.…
May 19
Marriage Equality Act Passes in Delaware

Marriage Equality Act Passes in Delaware

Earlier this month Delaware became the eleventh state to legalize same sex marriage when they passed Marriage Equity Act in the state Senate. Passage was fairly close with 12 voting for the Act and 9 voting against it in the Senate,…
May 8
REQUIEM FOR PARENTAL COORDINATION IN PENNSYLVANIA

REQUIEM FOR PARENTAL COORDINATION IN PENNSYLVANIA

My colleague Aaron Weems has already reported that late last month the Pennsylvania Supreme Court put an end to what was a five year experiment with court appointed ombudsmen tasked to decide minor custody disputes where the need to have…

Rank this Week: 1319

Divorce and Family Law in Tarrant…

Divorce and Family Law in Tarrant County, Texas

Discusses family law and divorce issues. By Dick Price.

http://dick-price.blogspot.com/

May 20
What NBC 5 D/FW Didn't Show about Do-It-Yourself Divorce

What NBC 5 D/FW Didn't Show about Do-It-Yourself Divorce

Last week, a reporter on the local North Texas NBC Channel 5 TV station had a glowing story about do-it-yourself divorces. The reporter talked to a lot of people and showed how and where people can get forms to do an "uncontested…
May 13
How to Encourage Fighting in Litigation

How to Encourage Fighting in Litigation

Let me be clear. I think it is a really bad idea to encourage fighting in litigation. Still, there are many attorneys who do just that. Sometimes, it's because that's what the attorneys think their clients want. Other…
May 7
7 Easy Tips for Successful Divorce Mediation

7 Easy Tips for Successful Divorce Mediation

Here in North Texas, if you have a contested divorce or other family law issue, you will almost certainly be required to go to mediation before you go to a trial. The main reason for that is that most cases (about 90%) will settle in…

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NJ Family Legal Blog

Covers New Jersey family law. Published by Fox Rothschild, LLP.

http://njfamilylaw.foxrothschild.com/

May 20
GRANDPARENT VISITATION STANDARD AFFIRMED BY APPELLATE COURT

GRANDPARENT VISITATION STANDARD AFFIRMED BY APPELLATE COURT

An interesting part of the practice of family law are the rare issues; the one that may not walk through the door every day. Grandparent visitation cases oftentimes fit into this category. They nearly always prove…
May 14
DEBUNKING NEW JERSEY'S FAMILY LAW MYTHS

DEBUNKING NEW JERSEY'S FAMILY LAW MYTHS

Over time, many myths have developed in the ever changing world of New Jersey Family Law. The question is whether they are true, false, or somewhere in between. In a new publication on the Fox Rothschild Family Law Practice Page,…
May 9
Alimony and Living Together for Love

Alimony and Living Together for Love

If there is cohabitation by an ex-spouse who receives alimony, the ex-spouse is at risk not only to a potential decrease in alimony but also at risk for a total termination of alimony. On March 7, 2013, the New Jersey Appellate Division…

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Herston on Tennessee Family Law

Covers developments in Tennessee family law.

http://herstontennesseefamilylaw.com/

May 20
Adult Child Can Recover Retroactive Child Support in Tennessee Paternity Lawsuit: Danelz v. Gayden

Adult Child Can Recover Retroactive Child Support in Tennessee Paternity Lawsuit: Danelz v. Gayden

Facts: During 1983, Mother was married to Husband, and at the same time had an intimate relationship with Father. In 1984, Mother gave birth to Child. Apparently, Husband was unaware of Mother’s relationship with Father. Husband…
May 16
Failure to Adhere to Parenting Plan is Material Change of Circumstances in Greeneville Child Visitation Modification: Graham v. Graham

Failure to Adhere to Parenting Plan is Material Change of Circumstances in Greeneville Child Visitation Modification: Graham v. Graham

Facts: When Mother and Father divorced, the agreed parenting plan designated Father as the primary residential parent of Child and did not allow for Mother to have any visitation. Despite the parenting plan, Mother continued to live in…
May 13
Joint Bank Account Leads to Post-Divorce Lawsuit in Nashville: In re Estate of Elli

Joint Bank Account Leads to Post-Divorce Lawsuit in Nashville: In re Estate of Elli

Facts: Husband and Wife were married for over 15 years before they divorced. During their marriage they owned joint accounts at the Educators Credit Union and Suntrust Bank with rights of survivorship. The parties entered into a…

Rank this Week: 1672

Llabona Law Blog

Covers Florida family law issues.

http://www.llabona.com/blog/

May 19
Sharing Finances in a Marriage

Sharing Finances in a Marriage

When two people are united in marriage, they simplify their lives by combining financial assets such as checking and saving accounts, a move which, according to one marriage therapist, Beth Erickson, brings “greater…
May 12
Country Star Jason Aldean Files for Divorce

Country Star Jason Aldean Files for Divorce

One of the most popular male country music singers today is Jason Aldean. Jason became popular with the release of his 2005 album “Jason Aldean,” and in 2006 was named the “Top New Male Vocalist” at the Academy…
May 5
NBA Star Steve Nash Child Support Battle Continue

NBA Star Steve Nash Child Support Battle Continue

Steve Nash, a professional National Basketball Association all-star who plays for the Los Angeles Lakers, is battling with his ex-wife, Alejandra, over child support for his three children. According to Sportsworld report.com, Nash…

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ABC International Family Law Views

Covers international family law Issues and a comparison to Florida family law. By Adam B. Cordover.

http://www.abcinternational.us/

May 19
Collaborative Divorce Thrives in Australia

Collaborative Divorce Thrives in Australia

The concept of collaborative divorce is gaining traction worldwide as an alternative to the traditional courtroom battles epitomized in movies like Kramer vs. Kramer and War of the Roses. Family law practitioners in Australia have come to…
Apr 13
British Divorce Courts Require Allegation of Fault; This is the Result

British Divorce Courts Require Allegation of Fault; This is the Result

Apparently, England requires parties to allege a fault before a family law court will grant a divorce. Over at my general Florida family law news blog, ABC Family Law Blog, I described some of the allegations found in the public…
Mar 18
Dubai Man Gets World's Quickest Divorce

Dubai Man Gets World's Quickest Divorce

A man in Dubai applied for divorce a mere seconds after he had been married to his bride. The reason: he did not want his Wife to work after marriage, and his father-in-law demanded that she be allowed to work. From Emirates 24/7 News:…

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Pink Tape

Covers family law the the family justice system in the United Kingdom.

http://pinktape.co.uk

May 18
I have been modernised…

I have been modernised…

This week I attended a lecture by our new Designated Family Judge here in Bristol, His Honour Judge Wildblood QC, to inform the legal community about modernisation, the new PLO and how things will be in the new world order. Although some of…
May 15
Doom and Gloom and very black Coffee

Doom and Gloom and very black Coffee

Just thought I’d pop in and say hi. I am still here, not-blogging away quietly. I’m freshly arrived back from completing the annual bar survey, which prompted all sorts of deep consideration of life and the future. To respond to…
May 5
O-ver-load

O-ver-load

You know that thing when the Daleks get a bit hot under the carapace and spin around in confused fashion before grinding to a smokey halt, toilet plunger wilting at a jaunty angle? That. That is the feel of those of us struggling to absorb…

Rank this Week: 1179

McLean County Divorce

Covers Illinois family law. By Jon D. McLaughlin.

http://mcleancountydivorce.blogspot.com/

May 18
Possible First Refusal Bill that could Affect Bloomington Illinois Visitation Order

Possible First Refusal Bill that could Affect Bloomington Illinois Visitation Order

The issue of First-Refusal Rights often come up in Bloomington Illinois divorces. I thought this was interesting:Family law and visitationHouse Bill 2992(Harms, R-Watseka; Silverstein, D-Chicago) allows a court to consider, consistent with…
May 1
Marital Obligations in Bankruptcy Clarified Spouse’s Duty to Pay Opponent’s Attorney Fees May Be Held Non-Dischargeable in Bankruptcy

Marital Obligations in Bankruptcy Clarified Spouse’s Duty to Pay Opponent’s Attorney Fees May Be Held Non-Dischargeable in Bankruptcy

From Rebecca L. ReinhardtAttorney fees ordered to be paid by one spouse on behalf of the other are non-dischargeable in Chapter 7 bankruptcy proceedings, a bankruptcy judge in Central Illinois held recently.In Johnson v. Johnson (In…
Apr 17
Case Law Update

Case Law Update

Omission of Payor's Social Security Number Rendered a Notice to Withhold Invalid. In Schultz v. Performance Lighting, Inc., 2013 IL App (2d) 120405, ___ N.E.2d ___, ___ Ill.Dec. ___, after serving a notice to withhold child…

Rank this Week: 2846

Missouri Divorce and Family Law…

Missouri Divorce and Family Law Blog

Covers alimony/maintenance, bankruptcy, child support, custody and visitation, divorce, paternity, property division and taxes. By Mark Wortman.

http://familylaw.mwortmanlaw.com/

May 17
Selling the Marital Home: Missouri divorce decree requiring home to be sold must specifically designate conditions of sale

Selling the Marital Home: Missouri divorce decree requiring home to be sold must specifically designate conditions of sale

Recent ruling NC v. CC Missouri Court of Appeals, Eastern District - ED95337 Husband appeals from the trial court's Amended Judgment and Decree of Dissolution of Marriage dated June 2, 2010, ordering Husband to pay…
May 3
Temporary interruption from enrollment because of extraordinary circumstances and intent to re-enroll constitutes exception to the continuous enrollment requirement; No overnight credit when overnights not likely; misconduct supports attorney fee

Temporary interruption from enrollment because of extraordinary circumstances and intent to re-enroll constitutes exception to the continuous enrollment requirement; No overnight credit when overnights not likely; misconduct supports attorney fee

Recent Ruling LP v. EP, WD75030 Missouri Court of Appeals Following a bench trial, the trial court entered a judgment of dissolution, dissolving the marriage of Mother and Father. The trial court divided the marital property, established…
Apr 30
Missouri Divorce FAQ Series: How long will does a divorce case take from beginning to end

Missouri Divorce FAQ Series: How long will does a divorce case take from beginning to end

The duration of a divorce in Missouri varies from case to case. Factors that determine length include how contested the case is, the cooperation of the parties, whether or not there are two attorneys involved, the complexity of the…

Rank this Week: 1590

Massachusetts Family Mediation

Covers divorce, separation and other family-related matters. By Larri Tonelli Parker.

http://www.parkermediation.net

May 17
What are your kids doing this summer?

What are your kids doing this summer?

As you head in to the last month of school, it is time to plan for summer. What are your kids doing this summer? How will you and your spouse manage child care if you both work? Don’t stretch yourself too…
Apr 15
Divorce Mediation Advantage

Divorce Mediation Advantage

Spring is the season of rebirth and renewal. Disputes happen to people everywhere. While many conflicts end after civil conversation or fizzle out over time, some are more complicated to resolve alone. When conflicts are poorly managed…
Apr 1
Consider this Solution for Joint Custody after Divorce

Consider this Solution for Joint Custody after Divorce

Imagine the children remain in the family home and parents take turns alternating care-taking responsibilities. Rather than require the children to move in and out of two homes, the parents co-parent by alternating the residential…

Rank this Week: 3144

New Jersey Family Law

Covers divorce, mediation, arbitration and litigation. By Charles C. Abut.

http://njdivorceblog.typepad.com/new_jersey_divorce_law_me/

May 17
NETCONG ROXBURY WHIPPANY DENVILLE MORRIS COUNTY NEW JERSEY DIVORCE COUNSEL FEES FAD FAITH MEDIATION

NETCONG ROXBURY WHIPPANY DENVILLE MORRIS COUNTY NEW JERSEY DIVORCE COUNSEL FEES FAD FAITH MEDIATION

The New Jersey divorce judge correctly assessed attorney fees against the husband and in favor of the wife, due to the former's bad faith in refusing to settle and because of discovery violations. Toryk v. Toryk, New Jersey App. Div.,...
May 10
NEW JERSEY CHILD PROTECTION LITIGATION ARBITRATION MEDIATION ATTORNEY

NEW JERSEY CHILD PROTECTION LITIGATION ARBITRATION MEDIATION ATTORNEY

New Jersey child abuse cases are usually prosecuted in Superior Court. However, this case is being decided in Federal Court because the parents were residents of Picatinny Arsenal, a United States Government military facility. U.S. v.…
May 9
NORTH ARLINGTON BOGOTA MAHWAH CRESSKILL BERGEN COUNTY NJ DIVORCE MEDIATION GRANDPARENT

NORTH ARLINGTON BOGOTA MAHWAH CRESSKILL BERGEN COUNTY NJ DIVORCE MEDIATION GRANDPARENT

This case points out the difference between (a) grandparent visitation and (b) grandparent custody, over unemancipated children under New Jersey law. L.A.B. v. D.L.P., New Jersey App. Div., May 7, 2013

Rank this Week: 1087

New Jersey Family Law

Features case law, legislative enactments and news about New Jersey divorce and matrimonial developments. By Charles C. Abut.

http://www.njdivorceblog.typepad.com/

May 17
NETCONG ROXBURY WHIPPANY DENVILLE MORRIS COUNTY NEW JERSEY DIVORCE COUNSEL FEES FAD FAITH MEDIATION

NETCONG ROXBURY WHIPPANY DENVILLE MORRIS COUNTY NEW JERSEY DIVORCE COUNSEL FEES FAD FAITH MEDIATION

The New Jersey divorce judge correctly assessed attorney fees against the husband and in favor of the wife, due to the former's bad faith in refusing to settle and because of discovery violations. Toryk v. Toryk, New Jersey App. Div.,...
May 10
NEW JERSEY CHILD PROTECTION LITIGATION ARBITRATION MEDIATION ATTORNEY

NEW JERSEY CHILD PROTECTION LITIGATION ARBITRATION MEDIATION ATTORNEY

New Jersey child abuse cases are usually prosecuted in Superior Court. However, this case is being decided in Federal Court because the parents were residents of Picatinny Arsenal, a United States Government military facility. U.S. v.…
May 9
NORTH ARLINGTON BOGOTA MAHWAH CRESSKILL BERGEN COUNTY NJ DIVORCE MEDIATION GRANDPARENT

NORTH ARLINGTON BOGOTA MAHWAH CRESSKILL BERGEN COUNTY NJ DIVORCE MEDIATION GRANDPARENT

This case points out the difference between (a) grandparent visitation and (b) grandparent custody, over unemancipated children under New Jersey law. L.A.B. v. D.L.P., New Jersey App. Div., May 7, 2013

Rank this Week: 1649

GTH Estate Planning Blog

Covers Washington estate planning and family law issues. By Gordon Thomas Honeywell.

http://www.gthestateplanning.com/

May 16
Observations on doing Lars's tax return (3 of probably 4); the self-employment tax, Social Security, and Medicare.

Observations on doing Lars's tax return (3 of probably 4); the self-employment tax, Social Security, and Medicare.

Another thing that strikes Lars as he prepares and reflects on his 2012 personal income tax return, is the amount of self-employment tax. He pays this because, as a partner in a CPA firm, he gets a share of the partnership's net income…
May 9
Observations on doing Lars's tax return (2 of maybe 4); retirement plan investing.

Observations on doing Lars's tax return (2 of maybe 4); retirement plan investing.

Seeing the reduced tax on his capital gains and dividends, Lars feels confirmed in favoring stocks over bonds. There is part of his portfolio that doesn't show up in his income tax return, though, at least not yet: his retirement plan. …
May 2
Observations on doing Lars's tax return (1 of maybe 4); why would anyone have bonds now?

Observations on doing Lars's tax return (1 of maybe 4); why would anyone have bonds now?

Lars is a professional tax preparer. Actually at this advanced stage of his career as a CPA, he is much more reviewer than preparer; the less senior accountants in his office do the return assembly. He has a couple of peculiarities in the…

Rank this Week: 1097

San Diego Divorce Attorney Blog

Covers divorce, child custody, and spousal support issues in California. By Thomas M. Huguenor.

http://www.sandiegodivorceattorneyblog.com/

May 16
California's Highest Court Rules That Father's Sexual Abuse of Daughter Supports Finding That Sons Are Also Juvenile Dependent

California's Highest Court Rules That Father's Sexual Abuse of Daughter Supports Finding That Sons Are Also Juvenile Dependent

In San Diego, the juvenile court handles, among other issues, juvenile dependency cases. Juvenile dependency cases involve situations where there may be abuse or neglect in the home. It is the juvenile court's job to protect the children in…
May 9
California Court Ordered Mom to Pay Spousal Support to Man Who Allegedly Raped Her Daughter for Year

California Court Ordered Mom to Pay Spousal Support to Man Who Allegedly Raped Her Daughter for Year

In San Diego and throughout California, the court may order one spouse to pay the other a certain amount of money each month when a couple divorces. This is called "spousal support" - or as many people know it, "alimony." In determining the…
Apr 25
In California, A Spouse's Business Debts May Be Divided Evenly in Divorce

In California, A Spouse's Business Debts May Be Divided Evenly in Divorce

Divorcing couples in San Diego, and throughout the state of California, have the complicated and emotional task of sorting through their community property to determine how to divide the assets. But spouses on the verge of divorce should also…

Rank this Week: 838

Your Minnesota Family Lawyer Blog

Covers family law, estate planning, and probate in Minnesota. By Jennifer R. Lewis Kannegieter.

http://www.yourminnesotafamilylawyerblog.com/

May 16
5 Things Couples Need to Know Before Buying Real Estate

5 Things Couples Need to Know Before Buying Real Estate

Buying a house can be an exciting, and overwhelming, time. For couples purchasing real estate there are some legal consequences they should be aware of. All too often these consequences are not considered until the relationship…
May 9
Creating the Perfect Child Custody/Parenting Time Arrangement for Your Children

Creating the Perfect Child Custody/Parenting Time Arrangement for Your Children

One of the most difficult things in any paternity or divorce case is figuring out the schedule for your children – this comes into play when talking about both physical custody and parenting time. In Minnesota, physical custody is the…
May 5
Selecting the Right Person Makes a Difference: Personal Representatives, Executors, and other Agent

Selecting the Right Person Makes a Difference: Personal Representatives, Executors, and other Agent

One of the most important things in preparing your estate plan is naming the appropriate person to act as your Personal Representative (or Executor). Some people feel there is a “right” person to name, by virtue of relationship,…

Rank this Week: 659

Peter John Louie Law Blog

Covers Virginia traffic and criminal law.

http://www.peterlouielaw.com/law-blog/

May 16
Does Ontario Care about Traffic Tickets in Virginia?

Does Ontario Care about Traffic Tickets in Virginia?

If you have a driver’s license from Ontario and received a traffic ticket in Virginia, you may be wondering how Ontario will view an out of state traffic ticket conviction. While I am not an attorney licensed in Ontario, their Ministry…
May 13
May I Prepay my Reckless Driving Ticket Summons?

May I Prepay my Reckless Driving Ticket Summons?

In Virginia, you may not prepay a reckless driving ticket. Actually, calling that yellow carbon paper form you received a “driving ticket” understates the matter. The Virginia Uniform Summons form is what law enforcement agencies…
May 11
What Happens if I Don’t Show up to Court for my Reckless Driving Charge?

What Happens if I Don’t Show up to Court for my Reckless Driving Charge?

In Virginia, a reckless driving charge is considered a criminal misdemeanor charge. At the time of your stop, a law enforcement officer will make you sign a summons promising that you will appear in court. If you do not appear in court on the…

Rank this Week: 5104

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