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904 Divorce

Provides Jacksonville divorce information and resources. By Steven A. Leitman.

http://www.904divorce.com

Nov 18
What to expect at the uncontested divorce final hearing

What to expect at the uncontested divorce final hearing

Congratulations! If you’re reading this, then chances are you worked your case out. I wanted to let you know what to expect at the final hearing. You should have received an email detailing the date, time, and place of the final…
Jun 18
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May 30
Uncontested Divorce in Jacksonville – 15 step

Uncontested Divorce in Jacksonville – 15 step

Uncontested Divorce – The most important factor is attitude!

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A Child is Missing

Reports on federal Hague Convention child abduction cases By Joel R. Brandes.

http://joelbrandes.blogspot.com/

May 27
White v White, --- F.3d ----, 2013 WL 2284877 (C.A.4 (Va.)) [Switzerland] [Rights of Custody]

White v White, --- F.3d ----, 2013 WL 2284877 (C.A.4 (Va.)) [Switzerland] [Rights of Custody]

In White v White, --- F.3d ----, 2013 WL 2284877 (C.A.4 (Va.)) the Fourth Circuit affirmed an order which denied the petition for return. Mr. White married Ms. White in Switzerland. Later that year, they had a son in Switzerland. In June…
May 22
Hofmann v Sender,--- F.3d ----, 2013 WL 1955846 (C.A.2) [Canada] [Habitual Residence] [Consent or Acquiesence]

Hofmann v Sender,--- F.3d ----, 2013 WL 1955846 (C.A.2) [Canada] [Habitual Residence] [Consent or Acquiesence]

In Hofmann v Sender,--- F.3d ----, 2013 WL 1955846 (C.A.2) the Petitioner–Appellee father initiated proceedings for return of his children to Canada. petitioner Adam Hofmann was a Canadian citizen. He was born, raised, educated, and…
May 22
Vasconcelos v. Batista, 2013 WL 600200 (C.A.5 (Tex.)) [Brazil] [Age and Maturity]

Vasconcelos v. Batista, 2013 WL 600200 (C.A.5 (Tex.)) [Brazil] [Age and Maturity]

In Vasconcelos v. Batista, 2013 WL 600200 (C.A.5 (Tex.)) Appellant Eduardo Henrique Vasconcelos petitioned for the return of his child, B.V., to Brazil. B.V. was 13 years old at the start of district court proceedings in January 2011 and was…

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A Hudson, Ohio Lawyer's…

A Hudson, Ohio Lawyer's Perspective on Divorce and Family Matters

Covers Ohio divorce and family law. By Carol L. Gasper.

http://clgasperlaw.blogspot.com/

Jun 7
Morality Clause In Texas Divorce Case Stops Lesbian Couple From Cohabitating

Morality Clause In Texas Divorce Case Stops Lesbian Couple From Cohabitating

A Texas judge recently issued a surprising ruling saying that a lesbian would not be permitted to continue living in the same house due to a morality clause found in the divorce papers of one of the two women. Such morality clauses are common…
May 31
Lawmakers In Iowa Try To End No Fault Divorce

Lawmakers In Iowa Try To End No Fault Divorce

Though no one thinks high divorce rates are a good thing, there can be very real benefits to allowing some couples to end bad marriages. Legislators in Iowa are apparently concerned about the high divorce rate in that state and what some say…
May 24
Researchers Find That Combative Parents Stunt Kids’ Development

Researchers Find That Combative Parents Stunt Kids’ Development

A new study supported the worry that many parents have long suffered with: that fighting between parents can have a decidedly bad impact on your children. Specifically, the survey found that arguments between parents could change the way…

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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/

Jun 15
I’m An Adult. Can My Stepparent Adopt Me?

I’m An Adult. Can My Stepparent Adopt Me?

When people think of adoption, they generally envision an adult adopting a minor child. The adult may be a close relative or stepparent of the child, or not related to the child at all, but this is seen as the … Continue reading…
Jun 8
Collaborative Divorce Video: A True Life Story Part 2

Collaborative Divorce Video: A True Life Story Part 2

Just as more divorcing spouses in Tampa are seeking an alternative to the usual courtroom battles, the use of the collaborative family law process is growing around the country. Collaborative Practice California has produced a video…
Jun 5
Collaborative Divorce Video: A True Life Story Part 1

Collaborative Divorce Video: A True Life Story Part 1

Like Tampa, California has seen a need for a divorce process that does not pit spouses against one another in courtroom battles. To that end, Collaborative Practice California has produced the following video which follows an actual…

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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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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/

Jun 13
Alabama Child Support Watch: Mothers Top Earners in 40 Percent of Familie

Alabama Child Support Watch: Mothers Top Earners in 40 Percent of Familie

Once upon a time, it was practically a given that if a couple with children divorced, the husband would be the one tapped to pay child support and possibly spousal support. That is no longer the reality of child support in Birmingham, with a…
Jun 8
Filing for Alabama Divorce When You Run a Business Together

Filing for Alabama Divorce When You Run a Business Together

The business you and your spouse co-founded and run together is thriving. Your marriage? That's another matter. Our Birmingham divorce lawyers know that such scenarios are not uncommon. Even in cases where two friends or associates go…
Jun 6
Alabama Custody Orders Affected by Non-Married, Sexual Relationship

Alabama Custody Orders Affected by Non-Married, Sexual Relationship

Recently, a Texas judge ordered a lesbian couple to separate from their co-habitation arrangement, or one of the two would lose custody of her children. Our Birmingham child custody lawyers understand that the reason behind the decision isn't…

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Alabama Family Attorney Blog

Covers divorce and custody in Alabama. By the Law Office of Christopher E. Allen.

http://www.alabamafamilyattorneyblog.com/

Dec 20
Child Custody Visitation Problems During Holiday

Child Custody Visitation Problems During Holiday

The period of time between Thanksgiving and Christmas should be filled with happiness and peace in a perfect world. However, when a family has been split apart by divorce, the holidays are often filled with conflict and strife especially…
Aug 22
Learning From High Profile Divorce

Learning From High Profile Divorce

It seems like every day we hear of some Hollywood A-lister who is going through yet another divorce. In fact, it happens so often, it has become cliche'. Most of us in the "real world" feel completely disconnected from celebrities. That…
Aug 5
Tuscaloosa Paternity Testing Follows National Trend

Tuscaloosa Paternity Testing Follows National Trend

Many viewers tune in to watch the Maury Show when the host opens a big envelope in dramatic fashion and reveals the identity of the father of someone's child. Similar drama unfolds at least on a weekly basis in a courtroom with much less…

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Alabama Law Blog of William…

Alabama Law Blog of William Pfeifer

Covers Alabama law.

http://williampfeifer.com/blog

Jun 12
Alabama Appellate Lawyer on Facebook

Alabama Appellate Lawyer on Facebook

We have now launched an appellate law page on Facebook called Alabama Appellate Lawyer. On this page, we will be sharing a variety of information related to Alabama law with a particular focus on issues related to appeals. If you are a…
May 24
Alabama Criminal Appeal Forms – How to File a Criminal Appeal in Alabama

Alabama Criminal Appeal Forms – How to File a Criminal Appeal in Alabama

What forms do you need to file a criminal appeal in Alabama? A Google search on this question will lead to a lot of appellate lawyer websites, but a list of which forms to file to start the appellate process is hard to find online. We are…
May 24
Appellate Lawyer Website Plagiary – Hire the Original Rather than the Imitation

Appellate Lawyer Website Plagiary – Hire the Original Rather than the Imitation

Appellate lawyer website plagiary – sometimes it is done by lawyers and sometimes it is done by website designers working for lawyers. Either way, those who do it demonstrate both a lack of originality as well as a lack of ethics. It…

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Albuquerque Divorce Lawyer Blog

Covers New Mexico family and divorce law topics, including community property, child custody and property division issues. By Collins & Collins, P.C.

http://www.albuquerquedivorcelawyerblog.com/

May 29
Summer Vacation Can be a Minefield for Parents and Children Without a Plan in Place

Summer Vacation Can be a Minefield for Parents and Children Without a Plan in Place

No doubt about it, kids love summer vacation. For divorced parents, on the other hand, these vacations can be the source of all varieties of stress and conflict. This is particularly so if the parties have not worked out the vacation…
May 13
"Non-Modifiable Alimony" Means Non-Modifiable in New Mexico

"Non-Modifiable Alimony" Means Non-Modifiable in New Mexico

It is often assume or perhaps hoped that alimony automatically terminates upon the marriage of the recipient of the support. This is not necessarily the case. Spousal support may be ordered for a variety of purposes. It can be…
May 1
Mediation in New Mexico Divorce: Many Advantages Though Expectations Should be Kept in Check

Mediation in New Mexico Divorce: Many Advantages Though Expectations Should be Kept in Check

In a divorce, there is always the option for early mediation if the parties are amenable. In order to decide whether or not to mediate, it is important to know the basics of mediation in a divorce setting. It is equally important to know…

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All Family Law Group, P.A.

Covers divorce, family law and bankruptcy.

http://www.familymaritallaw.blogspot.com

Jun 10
Question: I bought my house 5 mos before I got married, now 18 years later I want to get a divorce, is my husband entitled to 1/2 of house -the house is payed for, and I am divorcing him because he is an alcoholic and spends all his money on drinking - I always bought everything that was needed for the house?

Question: I bought my house 5 mos before I got married, now 18 years later I want to get a divorce, is my husband entitled to 1/2 of house -the house is payed for, and I am divorcing him because he is an alcoholic and spends all his money on drinking - I always bought everything that was needed for the house?

In a divorce, one of the more difficult areas for divorce attorneys may be determining the distribution of the parties' assets. First it must be determined what assets are non-marital. Normally, if an asset is purchased prior to the…
Jun 7
Question: Does the victim of domestic violence win custody of a child?

Question: Does the victim of domestic violence win custody of a child?

The answer to the question is that it depends. First, you need to know that there is civil domestic violence and there is criminal domestic violence and these are treated differently, so the answer would depend on which it is in your…
May 23
The Divorce Process in a Nutshell

The Divorce Process in a Nutshell

The length and what is involved in the divorce process depends upon the parties involved. Furthermore, if you or your husband or wife is in the military, there may be issues involved such as military retirement, special residency…

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All Things Family Law

Covers Indiana divorce and family law. By Ryan H. Cassman.

http://www.indianadivorceblog.com/

Dec 31
Parallel Parenting and High Conflict Parents - New Indiana Parenting Time Guidelines 2013

Parallel Parenting and High Conflict Parents - New Indiana Parenting Time Guidelines 2013

One of the most significant changes to the Indiana Parenting Time Guidelines for 2013 is the addition of parallel parenting. What is parallel parenting? “In parallel parenting, each parent agrees to parent their child effectively,…
Oct 12
Holiday Parenting Time in Indiana 2012-2013 - Thanksgiving and Winter Holidays - Indiana Parenting Time Guideline

Holiday Parenting Time in Indiana 2012-2013 - Thanksgiving and Winter Holidays - Indiana Parenting Time Guideline

Each year I update this post to make it relevant for the upcoming Thanksgiving and winter break parenting time. Holiday parenting time is often a source of confusion.
Sep 26
SECOND UPDATE - Approved Indiana Parenting Time Guidelines 2012- New Indiana Parenting Time Guideline

SECOND UPDATE - Approved Indiana Parenting Time Guidelines 2012- New Indiana Parenting Time Guideline

The proposed revisions to the Indiana Parenting Time Guidelines were approved last week by the Indiana Judicial Conference.

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Alpharetta Attorney Blog

Covers Georgia bankruptcy, personal injury, criminal defense and family law issues. By the Law Office of Daniel W. Mitnick.

http://www.alpharettaattorneyblog.com/

Jan 29
Atlanta Credit Card Debt Attorney Can Help Protect Your Reputation & Avoid Credit Repair Scam

Atlanta Credit Card Debt Attorney Can Help Protect Your Reputation & Avoid Credit Repair Scam

High Credit Card Debt Can Damage Your Reputation & Make You Susceptible to Credit Repair Scams While the economy seems to be slowly improving, many people are still struggling to catch up financially. Many individuals and families may…
Jan 23
Underage Drinking Can Have Serious Consequences Reaching Far into the Future

Underage Drinking Can Have Serious Consequences Reaching Far into the Future

An article on teenage drinking in the Barnstable-Hyannis Patch back in August, 2012 asks the question, "Would you serve a teenager alcohol or lift a glass with one?" There are many people who might answer yes. Many of us drank alcohol before…
Jan 18
Vehicle Accidents are Among the Leading Causes of Death in the United State

Vehicle Accidents are Among the Leading Causes of Death in the United State

According to the Center for Disease Control in Atlanta, motor vehicle accidents are one of the leading causes of death in the United States. The CDC tracks accident statistics and does research on its findings to try to help improve car…

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Always Family Center

Covers Minnesota family conflict and divorce issues. By Carl Arnold.

http://alwaysfamilycenter.com

Jun 12
Importance of ICWA to Native American children and tribes in the Child Protection court system

Importance of ICWA to Native American children and tribes in the Child Protection court system

This is an emotionally powerful and touching, professionally produced video that tells through first-hand experiences the importance and benefits of the Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA). I’ve been involved in sereral ICWA child…
May 15
Same-Sex Couples Understand the Importance of Marriage…and Can Now Marry in Minnesota

Same-Sex Couples Understand the Importance of Marriage…and Can Now Marry in Minnesota

Phew! Same Sex Marriage is finally the Law of the Land in Minnesota!! Families are (and should be!) celebrating, because on Tuesday, May 14, 2013, Minnesota Governor Mark Dayton signed Gay Marriage into Minnesota law. I am an attorney and…
May 8
Same-Sex Marriage Close to Reality in Minnesota

Same-Sex Marriage Close to Reality in Minnesota

Well, thank goodness, we appear to be very near the end of this battle for equality and social justice when it comes to same-sex marriage. As I blogged about previously: When Republicans pushed to amend the Minnesota Constitution to ban…

Rank this Week: 2760

Arnold & Wadsworth Blog

Covers bankruptcy, family law, divorce, DUI, criminal defense and general litigation.

http://arnoldwadsworth.com/attorneys/blog/

Jun 8
Police Officer Steed | DUI Utah New

Police Officer Steed | DUI Utah New

Disgraced and uncredible Steed asks for her job back During a recent two-day administrative hearing on Utah’s capitol hill, former Utah Highway Patrol officer Lisa Steed admitted to “making mistakes” and acknowledged that…
Jun 1
Pride Festival | Utah

Pride Festival | Utah

Arnold & Wadsworth offers a free consultation to all potential clients. This enables the client to get to know and understand the process and their lawyer. Call today for a free consultation. This week GLBT and Allies celebrate Salt…
May 29
Jodi Arias | Hung Jury | Utah Criminal Defense Lawyer

Jodi Arias | Hung Jury | Utah Criminal Defense Lawyer

The criminal defense lawyers at Arnold & Wadsworth can protect your constitutional rights if you are facing criminal charges in Utah. The Salt Lake City criminal defense attorneys at Arnold & Wadsworth offer a free consultation in…

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Arnold & Wadsworth's Blog

Covers Utah family and divorce law.

http://theutahdivorceattorneys.com/

Jun 14
Divorce | Utah | Family Law | Salt Lake City

Divorce | Utah | Family Law | Salt Lake City

Arnold & Wadsworth has divorce lawyers that can help you with your legal needs when it comes to child custody, and support. The family law attorneys at Arnold & Wadsworth offer a free consultation at one of their convenient locations.…
Apr 27
Alimony Divorce Case | Salt Lake City Alimony Lawyer

Alimony Divorce Case | Salt Lake City Alimony Lawyer

The Divorce Lawyers at Arnold & Wadsworth offer a free consultation. With offices in Salt Lake City and Ogden, Utah we have divorce and family law attorneys ready to aggressively protect your rights. Below is an explanation of a recent…
Jan 27
Divorce Lawyers | Salt Lake City | Free Consultation

Divorce Lawyers | Salt Lake City | Free Consultation

Going through a divorce in Utah is stressful. When your divorce in Salt Lake City involves children then your stress level is multiplied. The divorce lawyers at Arnold & Wadsworth are here to help you get the best result out of your…

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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/

Jun 17
Georgia Child Support - Willful Unemployment or Underemployment

Georgia Child Support - Willful Unemployment or Underemployment

In determining a Georgia child support obligation, the first item to be determined is the gross incomes of both parents. In considering the evidence for gross income, the court will determine whether either parent is willfully unemployed or…
Jun 14
In Georgia, at what age can a minor decide which parent to live with, without having to go back to court?

In Georgia, at what age can a minor decide which parent to live with, without having to go back to court?

Until a child is of the age of majority (18 years), he/she cannot choose with whom to live, absent a court order. Consider the situation of a 17-year-old child who wants to begin living with her mother, rather than her father, who has…
Jun 10
If my husband and I get a divorce, will I get 50% of our home if he purchased it before we were married?

If my husband and I get a divorce, will I get 50% of our home if he purchased it before we were married?

The short answer to this question is possibly, but 50% is not a guarantee under any set of circumstances. Georgia is an equitable division state, which means that assets are divided equitable, not necessarily equally. What is "equitable"…

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Atlanta Divorce Lawyers Blog

By Diane Cherry.

http://atlantadivorcelawyer.wordpress.com

Jun 11
Can I Get an Online Divorce in Georgia?

Can I Get an Online Divorce in Georgia?

In these tough economic times, often people are looking for any way to save money. So, it is not surprising Cobb County divorce attorneys are asked if a divorce can be obtained online, rather than hire an attorney and go ……
Aug 6
Cobb County Divorce Lawyer Guide to Divorce and Family Law in Marietta, Canton, Kennesaw and Acworth, Georgia:

Cobb County Divorce Lawyer Guide to Divorce and Family Law in Marietta, Canton, Kennesaw and Acworth, Georgia:

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Jun 7
Divorce: How soon do I need to hire a lawyer?

Divorce: How soon do I need to hire a lawyer?

• Cobb County Adoption lawyers • Cobb County Child Custody lawyers • Cobb County Child Support lawyers • Cobb County Criminal Defense lawyers • Cobb County DUI lawyers • Cobb County Employment lawyers • Cobb County Family…

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Attorney O's Midnight Musings:…

Attorney O's Midnight Musings: Connecticut Law

Covers Connecticut divorce, criminal and probate law. By Irene C. Olszewski.

http://ireneolszewski.com/ctlawblog

Jan 24
Why Lawyers Choose Specific Practice Area

Why Lawyers Choose Specific Practice Area

I receive numerous calls every day from people with legal issues who are looking for a lawyer to advise them and possibly represent them in court. There’s nothing unusual about that. This is a law office, after…
Jan 23
3 Divorce Options in Connecticut

3 Divorce Options in Connecticut

If you are seeking divorce in the State of Connecticut, you have 3 options available to you: litigation, collaborative divorce or mediation. These are the procedures by which your divorce will be filed with the Superior Court and…
Jan 21
President Barack Obama’s 2013 Inaugural Addre

President Barack Obama’s 2013 Inaugural Addre

Barack Obama was sworn in today for his second term as President of the United States. For those who missed his inaugural address, here’s the video. The full text follows. THE PRESIDENT: Vice President Biden, Mr. Chief…

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Austin Divorce Lawyer Blog

Published By The Law Offices of Moises Rios

http://www.austindivorcelawyerblog.com/

Nov 30
Considerations for Additional Child Support

Considerations for Additional Child Support

Austin parents who are divorcing may wish to seek child support in an amount above what the Texas Child Support Guidelines provide.
Nov 9
I Don't Want a Divorce - How Can I Save My Marriage?

I Don't Want a Divorce - How Can I Save My Marriage?

Sometimes you just need to have your marital problems fixed. Austin couples who want to reconcile and remain married should consider mediation. Indian courts have a unique use of mediation as described by Ritika Jha in the Indian Express. …
Oct 31
Halloween Visitation Right

Halloween Visitation Right

All over Austin and the central Texas area, there will be parents dealing with their visitation rights and the Halloween ritual tonight. Parents may be wondering if they have a right to see their child on Halloween and take the child trick…

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Australian Divorce Blog

Covers family law and divorce in Australia. By Stephen Page.

http://australiandivorce.blogspot.com/

Apr 8
Courtrooms can continue the abusive proce

Courtrooms can continue the abusive proce

It seems extraordinary, but nevertheless it is an every day event. Every day in courts throughout Australia, in the Family and Federal Magistrates Courts, victims of domestic violence come within metres of their attackers. Sometimes the…
Mar 24
I am on ABC Radio, NSW, at 2.15pm today. I…

I am on ABC Radio, NSW, at 2.15pm today. I am being interviewed by Chris Coleman about divorce and property settlement issues.Stephen Page, Harrington Family Lawyers, Brisbane spage@harringtonfamilylawyers.com 61(7) 3221 9544
Mar 20
Attorney-General opens world Children's Conference

Attorney-General opens world Children's Conference

Australian Attorney-General Mark Dreyfus has opened the Sixth World Congress on Family Law and Children’s Rights in Sydney today. In his speech he lauds the achievements of the Gillard government in protecting children,…

Rank this Week: 645

Ayo and Iken PLC Blog

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

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

Jun 18
What no fault divorce means in Tampa

What no fault divorce means in Tampa

For many married couples, divorce is the result of one spouse’s poor choices or negligent actions. For many states, who is at fault plays an important role in the divorce proceedings because it is used to determine how the misconduct…
Jun 13
Alberto Ayo – June Recap

Alberto Ayo – June Recap

My recap of recent events: I am currently preparing for an upcoming trial. The trial has been in the works for a couple of month, but the case has existed 2 years. In case you are curious, that is a lot of work. Trials are expensive…
Jun 8
Divorce is like Major Surgery

Divorce is like Major Surgery

By Attorney Cheri Hobbs: Divorce is similar to surgery. There is a major procedure that is costly. Sometimes it is in patient (trial) and sometimes it is out patient (settle outside of court). There are emotional highs and lows throughout…

Rank this Week: 4698

Back in the Black Hills

Covers South Dakota criminal law, family law and estate planning issues. By Tana Fye.

http://backintheblackhills.blogspot.com/

Jan 4
ICWA and the SCOTUS

ICWA and the SCOTUS

For only the second time, the Supreme Court of the United States will hear a case involving the Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA). This Reuters article describes the situation as a "human tragedy," which pretty much can describe any case…
Oct 9
First Amendment, Pastors, and the IRS

First Amendment, Pastors, and the IRS

I thought that this story (here and here) was fascinating. Currently churches can lose their 501(c)(3) status if the pastor endorses candidates, as the church is no longer purely a religious organization.
Sep 28
Right to Counsel for Children

Right to Counsel for Children

This link has a report card for each state on a child's right to counsel. South Dakota only earns a D. This report card is based on laws actually on the books, not based on how those laws are applied by the Courts. When we look at how the…

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Baum Law Offices

Covers Criminal and Family Law. Published by Baum Law Offices, LLC - Attorney Matthew Baum.

http://baumlawoffices.com/blog/

Jun 11
Does Maryland Recognize Handwritten Wills?

Does Maryland Recognize Handwritten Wills?

This content originally came from Baum Law Offices, LLC - Attorney Matthew Baum - Serving clients in Maryland and DC.From time to time my clients in Maryland ask me if a handwritten last will and testament will be recognized under the law.…
Jun 2
Maryland Marijuana Citation FAQ

Maryland Marijuana Citation FAQ

This content originally came from Baum Law Offices, LLC - Attorney Matthew Baum - Serving clients in Maryland and DC.At the start of 2013, Maryland police officers began issuing criminal citations to persons charged with possessing less than…
May 15
Charged as an Adult in Maryland – Transfer Hearing Criteria

Charged as an Adult in Maryland – Transfer Hearing Criteria

This content originally came from Baum Law Offices, LLC - Attorney Matthew Baum - Serving clients in Maryland and DC.This post is the second part of a two part series concerning juveniles charged as adults in Maryland criminal cases. Part one…

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Bay Area Divorce Lawyer Blog

Covers divorce, adoption, child support and child custody issues. By Lorna Jaynes.

http://www.bayareadivorcelawyerblog.com/

Sep 9
Best Divorce Strategies - Listen, Seek to understand, Focus on the future, Heal

Best Divorce Strategies - Listen, Seek to understand, Focus on the future, Heal

Conflict in the context of divorce can be emotionally and financially debilitating. Family court judges commonly make decisions and orders based on how the law applies to what has already transpired between the parties, to the past. And this…
Aug 17
Gray Divorce in California

Gray Divorce in California

Marian, 57, and her husband for nearly 30 years, John, had buried their differences over money, child-rearing and more. But when the last of their two children was finishing high school, the differences became too glaring to ignore.…
May 9
Same Gender Marriage: The Good, the Bad and the Ugly - President Obama, North Carolina, and Politic

Same Gender Marriage: The Good, the Bad and the Ugly - President Obama, North Carolina, and Politic

The people of North Carolina voted this week to amend their constitution to ban same-sex marriage. And the ban won with a surprisingly strong 61 to 39 percent, undermining North Carolina's image as a modern, progressive state.

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Blog of Steven N. Cole, LLC

Covers Arizona family law.

http://www.azdivorceattorney.net/blog/

Aug 25
Making Your Divorce Easier

Making Your Divorce Easier

Going through the divorce process is an emotional, stressful time in a person’s life, which is even made even more difficult when the divorce is a “bad” one. According to one counselor and mental health consultant, Diana Dodson,…
Aug 21
Fears of Divorce May Be Keeping Young Couples From Marriage

Fears of Divorce May Be Keeping Young Couples From Marriage

In the United States today, the percentage of married adults has reached an all time low. Researchers form the University of Central Oklahoma and Cornell University conducted a study, which was published in the December 2011 issue of Family…
Aug 18
Pregnant Man Files for Divorce

Pregnant Man Files for Divorce

Arizona is a state that does not allow same-sex marriage. What happens when a man who was born as a woman, but had a sex change, though he still has female reproductive organs, marries, moves to Arizona, and then decides he wants to divorce…

Rank this Week: 4760

Blog on South Carolina Family Law

Covers South Carolina divorce, custody and family law issues. By Gregory S. Forman.

http://www.gregoryforman.com

May 22
Supreme Court issues order regarding procedure for approval of settlements after appeal

Supreme Court issues order regarding procedure for approval of settlements after appeal

Cases can settle at any time. While most cases settle before trial, nothing prevents litigants from negotiating after a case is appealed. I’ve had a couple of cases settle after an appeal is filed. So long as the…
May 22
South Carolina Supreme Court looks to state constitution’s right to privacy in finding due process requires judicial review of lifetime electronic monitoring of sex offender

South Carolina Supreme Court looks to state constitution’s right to privacy in finding due process requires judicial review of lifetime electronic monitoring of sex offender

South Carolina is one of the few states with an explicit right to privacy within the state constitution. S.C. Const. art. I, §10. One of my early legal interests and my first published piece on the law regarded our state’s…
May 10
Supreme Court finds harmless error in denial of counsel for termination of parental right

Supreme Court finds harmless error in denial of counsel for termination of parental right

The May 8, 2013 Supreme Court opinion in Broom v. Derrick affirmed a termination of parental rights (TPR) despite the appellant Mother having apparently completed the treatment plan from the removal action and being erroneously denied counsel…

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bloody relations

Covers UK family law.

http://bloodyrelations.blogspot.com/

Dec 29
World's worst parenting?

World's worst parenting?

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Dec 21
It's the thought that count

It's the thought that count

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May 2
Fami.li Law & Decree Absolute: New Paper.li Newspaper

Fami.li Law & Decree Absolute: New Paper.li Newspaper

I have created a paper.li newspaper called Fami.li Law which can be found here This takes snippets from twitter and other family law blogs and I add stories from websites as I come across them. I have also created Decree Absolute which as…

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Boca Raton Divorce Lawyer Blog

Published By Alan Robert Burton, Attorney at Law

http://www.bocaratondivorcelawyerblog.com/

Sep 22
Don't move without permission!

Don't move without permission!

Moving from the state of Florida with minor children without permission can have serious consequences. The rules for relocation from the state of Florida are found in Florida Statutes 61.13001.
Sep 22
Divorce and children, and what is important to them

Divorce and children, and what is important to them

Divorce often times becomes a power struggle for control over the children. Issues such as time sharing, educational decisions, sports activities, religious upbringing, and medical care are just a few of such issues. Anger between parents…
Sep 22
Child support is a serious busine

Child support is a serious busine

Paying child support in a timely fashion is important; not only is it important to the well being of your children, it is also important to your continuing freedom. Although the Florida Constitution prohibits one from being imprisoned for a…

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Boston, MA Divorce and Law Blog

Covers Massachusetts law in the areas of family law, real estate, litigation, and other legal issues. By Alan Pransky.

http://massfamilylawblog.blogspot.com/

Jun 16
Unauthorized access to email results in verdict of $325K.

Unauthorized access to email results in verdict of $325K.

In the past, I have blogged about unauthorized access to social media and email accounts in the context of divorce. http://massfamilylawblog.blogspot.com/2012/12/can-you-spy-on-your-spouse-with.htmland…
Jun 9
Restraining orders and Facebook*

Restraining orders and Facebook*

Does a court ordered domestic abuse restraining order effect the way a person uses Facebook or other social media? In Massachusetts a typical domestic abuse restraining order includes a no contact and no abuse order protecting an individual…
Jun 1
Divorce and Children's Religion in Massachusett

Divorce and Children's Religion in Massachusett

When parents with different religions divorce the choice of religious upbringing of the children can be a major issue. A recent case from the Massachusetts Appeals Court makes agreement on this issue much more difficult.In the case of Lapat…

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Brain Injury Attorney Blog

Published by Russell Mace & Associates, P.A.

http://www.braininjuryattorneyblog.com/

Jan 3
Myrtle Beach Motorcycle Fatality

Myrtle Beach Motorcycle Fatality

Thursday night, David Walsh of Myrtle Beach decided to test drive a motorcycle at Dunes Cycles. Walsh drove the motorcycle from the parking lot of the business and crossed Highway 707. He then hit a ditch and a tree. The crash happened…
Dec 18
Remember Your Turn Signal?

Remember Your Turn Signal?

According to a recent report released from the Society of Automotive Engineers, close to half of all drivers fail to use their turn signal to change lanes or fail to actually turn the signal off if they do use it. Researchers watched 12,000…
Dec 17
Contempt of Court

Contempt of Court

In extreme situations, where a party will not comply with a court order, the Family Court has the authority to bring that party before the court on a charge of contempt. Family Court orders are just that: orders to do something. Therefore,…

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Brrown Law Blog

Covers criminal law, family law and religious freedom.

http://browncriminaldefense.com/

Sep 10
Idaho Bans All Religious Texts from Charter School

Idaho Bans All Religious Texts from Charter School

In a seriously disturbing case, the Idaho Public Charter School Commission has banned all texts and books deemed to be religious. This ban even applies to religious texts and books that are regularly used to teach history and literature.…
Sep 10
Cops Bill Woman for Unsuccessful Forced Cavity Search

Cops Bill Woman for Unsuccessful Forced Cavity Search

The Las Cruces, New Mexico metro narcotics had “credible evidence from a reliable source” that a local woman was concealing up to one ounce of heroin. Upon this information, the police obtained a warrant, and when they didn’t find…
Sep 5
The Ten Commandments of Religious Discrimination

The Ten Commandments of Religious Discrimination

The Orange County Business Journal recently published an article entitled “The Ten Commandments of Religious Discrimination.” It’s a quick primer for employers regarding what they can, cannot, and must do regarding religion in the…

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Burdick's Blog

Discussion of common legal issues in Alabama. By Austin Burdick.

http://alabamaattorney.weebly.com/burdicks-blog.html

Oct 30
Consult the Constitution...but only if you have to.

Consult the Constitution...but only if you have to.

Too frequently our courts allow the administration of justice to get in the way of, and prevent justice. Our laws and our rules of procedure are designed to ensure that justice is done. However, they are frequently used and applied to another…
Aug 2
Is DHR helping you?

Is DHR helping you?

Is DHR helping you collect child support?
May 29
Unintended consequence of TC v. Mac. M

Unintended consequence of TC v. Mac. M

Last week's Alabama Supreme Court decision, T.C. v. Mac. M. and Mar. M. may carry with it a very dangerous side-effect. The court undertook to determine appellate jurisdiction of Juvenile Court matters in lite of recent changes to the Code of…

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California Divorce and Family Law

Covers celebrity marriages, child custody, child support, divorce, paternity, prenuptial agreements, post-nuptial agreements, remarriage and taxes. By Jeffrey Lalloway.

http://oc-divorce.typepad.com/california_divorce_and_fa/

Aug 7
The Best Thing to do After Divorce or Breakup: Yoga

The Best Thing to do After Divorce or Breakup: Yoga

Divorce, even at its most amicable, can cause an enormous amount of stress, anger, worry, confusion, and resentment. People often struggle to find ways to overcome the negative feelings that face them. However, in a recent study conducted by…
Aug 7
'Gray Divorces' rising

'Gray Divorces' rising

More Baby Boomers couples in Fairfax County are calling it quits. A recent study by an area law firm shows residents older than 55 are divorcing at increasingly high rates. Calling the county "the divorce capital of Virginia," the Arlington…
Aug 6
Stevie Wonder files for divorce

Stevie Wonder files for divorce

Stevie Wonder, 62, is ending his 11-year marriage to fashion designer Kai Millard Morris. According to a report at www.tmz.com, the Saginaw-born Wonder filed for divorce Friday in Los Angeles Superior Court using his legal name: Stevland…

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California Divorce Blawg

Covers current events in divorce. By John E. Harding.

http://www.californiadivorceblawg.com/blog/

Dec 16
California Divorce Blawg Is Moving

California Divorce Blawg Is Moving

As part of the redesign of the Hardinglaw.com website, this California Divorce Blawg is moving. CDB will now be integrated into the new Hardinglaw.com website. To all of our valued followers, please join us at our new location!
Dec 9
Step 1. Steal the husband. Step 2. Try to kill the wife. Step 3. Try to steal the wife's money.

Step 1. Steal the husband. Step 2. Try to kill the wife. Step 3. Try to steal the wife's money.

Oh the crazy things people do... Let's work through this in slow and orderly fashion. Charlene and James get married. Charlene and James break up. Charlene files for divorce. James starts dating Pamela (perhaps this started before…
Dec 6
When Is A House Separate Property?

When Is A House Separate Property?

An unpublished opinion out of Orange County helps us to understand when a house acquired during the marriage is community property or separate property. Michael and Jane were married. During the marriage a house was purchased in Newport…

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California Divorce Lawyer Blog

Covers annulment, child support, custody and visitation. By Gary D. Sparks.

http://www.californiadivorcelawyerblog.com/

Jan 7
After 40 Years, Sesame Street Tackles the Issue of Divorce

After 40 Years, Sesame Street Tackles the Issue of Divorce

After more than 40 years, Sesame Street has never directly dealt with the issue of divorce and its impact on children. Until now. Sesame Workshop recently launched its "Little Children, Big Challenges" initiative, including an…
Feb 8
Judge Sentences Husband to Take His Wife on a Date

Judge Sentences Husband to Take His Wife on a Date

A Florida judge has sentenced a Plantation husband to take his wife on a date for a domestic violence incident that began as a marital spat when he forgot to wish her a happy birthday. As reported in the SunSentinel, Broward County Judge John…
Feb 7
Gary Sparks to Return as a Special Guest on the Ronn Owens Program This Week

Gary Sparks to Return as a Special Guest on the Ronn Owens Program This Week

For those of you who missed Gary's first appearance on the Ronn Owens Program (on KGO-AM 810) this past September, or those who want to listen in again, he will be returning as Ronn's guest this upcoming Thursday, February 9th, 2012 at 10:00…

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California Family Law Blog

Covers adoption, child support, divorce and other family law issues with a focus on California law. Published by Scott J. Sagaria.

http://www.californiafamilylawblog.com/

Jul 28
Fremont Family Law Attorney advises California residents to keep an eye on the Elkins Family Law Task Force.

Fremont Family Law Attorney advises California residents to keep an eye on the Elkins Family Law Task Force.

Fremont Family Law Attorney advises California residents to keep an eye on the Elkins Family Law Task Force.
Jul 1
What is a Common Law Marriage?

What is a Common Law Marriage?

A San Jose Family Law Attorney defines common law mariage A common law marriage os one that is created via cohabitation for a certain period of time (as oppsed to a marriage created by a ceremony). The period of time for a common law marriage…
Aug 5
What is Putitive Marriage?

What is Putitive Marriage?

A San Jose Family Law Attorney blogs on the definition of a putitive marriage A putative marriage is a egally invalid marriage, although entered into with good faith by one or both parites. Reasons that a putitive marriage is not legally…

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California Family Law Paralegal

Features legal information, stories and cases related to California family law. By Lori Paul.

http://californiafamilylawparalegal.wordpress.com

Apr 17
Native American Adoption Case to the Supreme Court

Native American Adoption Case to the Supreme Court

Take the usual agony of an adoption dispute. Add in the disgraceful U.S. history of ripping Indian children from their Native American families. Mix in a dose of initial fatherly abandonment. And there you have it — a poisonous and…
Jan 19
Children and Divorce, Something to Think About

Children and Divorce, Something to Think About

I recently read an article posted by Stephan Futeral, a South Carolina attorney, with some great information about children and divorce and what parents can do to assist their children during this time. Per the article, “Divorcing…
Jan 6
Sperm Donor Fighting Against Petition for Child Support – JD Journal | JD Journal

Sperm Donor Fighting Against Petition for Child Support – JD Journal | JD Journal

Sperm donors beware in Kansas! According to the article below in the JD Journal recently, a sperm donor is being sued for child support by the State of Kansas because the lesbian couple that he donated his sperm to, used the…

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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/

Jun 13
Gaza kids play 'kidnap Israeli soldier' in summer camp

Gaza kids play 'kidnap Israeli soldier' in summer camp

Islamic Jihad invites thousands of children to pick up AK-47, fight summer ennui in activities ranging from shooting practice, fire jumping, and IDF outpost attack In a somewhat unorthodox summer camp in the Gaza Strip, children aged between…
Jun 13
India's child soldiers: Shocking pictures show Maoists arming their next generation of fighters as they give guns and combat lessons to children aged SIX

India's child soldiers: Shocking pictures show Maoists arming their next generation of fighters as they give guns and combat lessons to children aged SIX

The country's security apparatus, which has been grappling with the troubles created by the ever-expanding Red corridor, has been jolted out of its slumber by reports of large-scale recruitment of children by the Maoists. The alarming trend…
Jun 13
Summer camp... Palestinian-style: Chilling images show children as young as six firing guns and staging mock kidnapping of Israeli soldier

Summer camp... Palestinian-style: Chilling images show children as young as six firing guns and staging mock kidnapping of Israeli soldier

Many will remember the rat-a-tat sounds they made during the war games they played as children. But these chilling images show that for youths on the Gaza Strip, the guns are all too real. The sinister summer camp hosts up to 10,000 boys at a…

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CEB blog

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

Jun 17
Attorney-Client E-Communication

Attorney-Client E-Communication

E-mail is a wonderfully fast and efficient way for attorneys and their clients to communicate and transmit information. But with this new technology comes new risks and the necessity to educate your clients on e-mail security. Protecting…
Jun 14
Prepping Your Client for Cross-Examination

Prepping Your Client for Cross-Examination

Most cases are won by witnesses and evidence, not by attorneys. Preparing your client to tell his or her own story effectively is an important aspect of trial and can make your case. Preparation of your client for cross-examination should…
Jun 12
What to Check Before You Collect

What to Check Before You Collect

A debt collection case comes your way, but should you take it? There are many issues involved in debt collection that will influence your decision whether to handle a particular debt collection case. First, assess the case by asking: What is…

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Central Florida Family and…

Central Florida Family and Criminal Defense Lawyers

Covers family law issues. By the Law Office of Frank P. Remsen, P.A.

http://remsenlaw.blogspot.com/

Jul 1
Relocation with Children

Relocation with Children

When a court enters an order establishing parental rights and/or time-sharing that court retains jurisdiction until all children subject to the order reach the age of majority (18 years) or until the order is domesticated in or transferred…
Jun 14
Parenting Plan Basic

Parenting Plan Basic

In divorces involving minor children and in paternity actions where the minor children’s parents never married, parenting plans are used to detail the rights of each parent regarding their minor children by establishing co-parenting rules…
Apr 27
Do I Really Need an Attorney for my Family Law Case?

Do I Really Need an Attorney for my Family Law Case?

Do you need an attorney for your family law case?

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Charlotte Divorce Lawyer Blog

Covers divorce, alimony, child support and child custody in North Carolina. By the Law Offices of David P. Sheehan.

http://www.charlotte-divorce-lawyer-blog.com/

Dec 31
Former 'Real Housewives' Star Files Divorce Paper

Former 'Real Housewives' Star Files Divorce Paper

Lynne Curtain, who was a member of seasons four and five of Bravo Network's hit reality show Real Housewives of Orange County has filed for divorce from her husband of more than twenty years. The reality star, best known for trying to defy…
Dec 17
Woman Seeks Back Child Support from Panther

Woman Seeks Back Child Support from Panther

A Houston woman says Brandon LaFell, the third leading receiver for the Carolina Panthers this season, owes over $20,000 in back child support he was ordered to pay by a Houston court. Ashley Walker, 28, and LaFell, 26, are parents to son…
Dec 1
Domestic Violence Law Takes Effect in North Carolina

Domestic Violence Law Takes Effect in North Carolina

Today, December 1, 2012, a new domestic violence law went into effect in North Carolina that hopes to reduce domestic violence. The law, House Bill 176, has two parts. The first part is that the law expands what charges and convictions are…

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Charlotte Divorce Lawyer Blog

Covers North Carolina divorce, child custody and child support issues. By Arnold & Smith.

http://www.charlottedivorcelawyerblog.com/

May 30
Sue Sylvester From "Glee" Announces Split From Wife Of Three Years :: Separation and Divorce Lawyers in Charlotte, North Carolina

Sue Sylvester From "Glee" Announces Split From Wife Of Three Years :: Separation and Divorce Lawyers in Charlotte, North Carolina

Attorney Matthew R. Arnold answering the question: "My wife and I are not getting along If I leave the house, can she get me for abandonment?" Jane Lynch and her wife of three years, Lara Embry, have decided to split. The couple issued a…
May 28
Putin Not Laughing About Recent Divorce :: Separation and Divorce Lawyers in Charlotte, North Carolina

Putin Not Laughing About Recent Divorce :: Separation and Divorce Lawyers in Charlotte, North Carolina

Attorney Matthew R. Arnold answering the question: "What children's expenses are covered by child support?" Russian President Vladimir Putin and his soon-to-be ex-wife Lyudmila announced last week that they would be divorcing after 30…
May 23
Women Are Primary Income Earners in 40% Of Households :: Separation and Divorce Lawyers in Charlotte, North Carolina

Women Are Primary Income Earners in 40% Of Households :: Separation and Divorce Lawyers in Charlotte, North Carolina

Attorney Matthew R. Arnold answering the question: "What does uncontested divorce mean?" Surprising new data from the U.S. Census and the Pew Research Center reveal that women are the sole or primary breadwinners in four out of 10 American…

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Chicago Divorce Attorney

Covers Illinois family law matters. By the Wolkowitz Law Office.

http://wolkowitz.com/chicago-divorce-illinois-family-law-blog

Jan 21
Uncontested Divorce: One-stop Shop

Uncontested Divorce: One-stop Shop

As a Chicago divorce lawyer, I’ve got one word for people who don’t want to needlessly spend money on a lawyer. And that word is “sane.” I’m dedicated to helping people get an affordable divorce in…
Nov 12
College Expenses for Divorcing & Unmarried Military Vet

College Expenses for Divorcing & Unmarried Military Vet

As a Chicago divorce lawyer, I can tell you that many parents are flabergasted upon learning that a court can force them to pay for their children’s higher education through Section 513 of the Illinois Marriage and Dissolution of Marriage…
Nov 9
Cheating and adultery: relevant to divorce in Illinois?

Cheating and adultery: relevant to divorce in Illinois?

“He cheated on me,” my new client told me. “Isn’t there anything I can do about that?” she asked. As a Chicago divorce attorney, I’m asked that type of question about adultery frequently. And while adultery and cheating often make…

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Chicago Divorce Lawyer &…

Chicago Divorce Lawyer & Attorney Blog

Discusses how to avoid mistakes and obtain a better outcome in your divorce. By Marie Fahnert.

http://www.justdivorceblog.com/

Feb 12
My client’s iPad testimony made the news!

My client’s iPad testimony made the news!

Apparently, my divorcing client’s Skype testimony is newsworthy! The Chicago Daily Law Bulletin and the Wall Street Journal have both reported on it. Last week, at Chicago’s Daley Center, a judge ruled in my client’s favor…
Feb 12
My client’s iPad testimony made the news!

My client’s iPad testimony made the news!

Apparently, Skype testimony is a novelty. The Chicago Daily Law Bulletin, the Wall Street Journal and the American Bar Association Journal have reported on my divorcing client’s Skype testimony. Last week, at…
Oct 11
Couple separates after 115 year

Couple separates after 115 year

Bibi and Poldi, two giant tortoises who have been together since their birth in 1897, called it quits on their relationship this year. The relationship had survived 115 years, a move from Switzerland to Austria, and 300 children (ages…

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Chicago Family Law Blog

Covers child custody, child support, divorce and property division. By Alan Pearlman.

http://www.chicagofamilylawblog.com/

Apr 30
Tax Issues Relating to Qualified Domestic Relations Orders and Divorce

Tax Issues Relating to Qualified Domestic Relations Orders and Divorce

An increasingly large portion of the assets of married couples consist of rights to payments and stock from pension plans. In many states such assets are subject to division during a divorce. Divorce and division of property…
Apr 30
Severing the Parental Rights of Inmates and the Constitutionality of Restricting Visitation

Severing the Parental Rights of Inmates and the Constitutionality of Restricting Visitation

According to the Child Welfare League of America, an estimated 200,000 children have a mother in prison, and at least 1.6 million children have a father in prison. As such, many children have been forced to enter the foster care…
Dec 31
Same-Sex Marriages and the Federal Defense of Marriage Act

Same-Sex Marriages and the Federal Defense of Marriage Act

The federal Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA) was signed into law by President Clinton on September 21, 1996. DOMA defines "marriage" to consist exclusively as a heterosexual union of a man and a woman. Further, DOMA directs federal …

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