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Community of UK legal bloggers.

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May 17
Our Child Abuse Solicitors further discuss Child Abuse Claims coverage

Our Child Abuse Solicitors further discuss Child Abuse Claims coverage

In a blog last week we discussed how The former Archbishop of York, Lord Hope, has been accused of failing to report serious allegations of child abuse by a senior clergyman, Robert Waddington. Read our blog entitled…
May 17
Unbundling: The New/Old Kid On The Block

Unbundling: The New/Old Kid On The Block

Unbundling as a service delivery and price modulation strategy is as old as the hills: for everyone but law firms. Quite a bit has been written about it recently (eg. Legal Futures and Law Society…
May 17
12 Things NOT to do on LinkedIn

12 Things NOT to do on LinkedIn

We all know that LinkedIn is an enormously powerful business tool and has now matured away from its “online CV” origins but are there any obvious bear-traps the hapless user can fall into? Yes there are and here’s 12 of the…

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NJ Family Issues

Focuses on New Jersey divorce and estate planning. By Paul G. Kostro.

http://www.kostrolaw.com/NJFamilyIssues

May 2
While a litigant is entitled to a fair trial, he is not entitled to a perfect trial

While a litigant is entitled to a fair trial, he is not entitled to a perfect trial

Law Lessons from CAROLYN BONDS VS. ANTONI PLOTKA, ET AL., App. Div., A-5137-11T2, April 26, 2013: At a minimum, “trials must be conducted fairly and with courtesy toward the parties, witnesses, counsel, and the court.” Geler v.…
May 2
An assertion is deemed frivolous when no rational argument can be advanced in its support, or it is not supported by any credible evidence, or it is completely untenable

An assertion is deemed frivolous when no rational argument can be advanced in its support, or it is not supported by any credible evidence, or it is completely untenable

Law Lessons from GOLAN SHAZO VS. GREENTREE CLOSET DESIGN, ET AL., App. Div., A-4268-11T3, April 26, 2013: “[A]n assertion is deemed ‘frivolous’ when ‘no rational argument can be advanced in its support, or it is not…
May 2
The appearance of authority cannot be established alone and solely by proof of conduct by the supposed agent

The appearance of authority cannot be established alone and solely by proof of conduct by the supposed agent

Law Lessons from GOLAN SHAZO VS. GREENTREE CLOSET DESIGN, ET AL., App. Div., A-4268-11T3, April 26, 2013: The critical question in every apparent authority case focuses on whether the principal held out the agent such that “a person of…

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My Arizona Divorce Lawyer

Provides analysis and commentary on family law matters in Arizona. By Gregg R. Woodnick, PLLC.

http://woodnicklaw.wordpress.com/

Apr 17
Supreme Court Hears Key Adoption Case for Arizona

Supreme Court Hears Key Adoption Case for Arizona

The U.S. Supreme Court heard an important adoption case on April 16. The case, captioned Adoptive Couple v. Baby Girl, involves complex issues of sovereignty and statutory construction, to say nothing of the high stakes element of a little…
Apr 1
Arizona Judge Denies “Pregnant Man” Divorce

Arizona Judge Denies “Pregnant Man” Divorce

In December, we outlined some of the legal issues surrounding the so-called “Pregnant Man” divorce. Last week, a Maricopa County Superior Court judge ruled against Thomas Beatie, saying that he had failed to prove that his…
Apr 1
Proposal Will Change Arizona Child Custody Law

Proposal Will Change Arizona Child Custody Law

A new piece of legislation in Arizona may require divorced parents to file notices with the court and serve their ex-spouse with the notices before moving. The bill, described by Bob Christie writing for the Associated Press (reprinted on…

Rank this Week: 167

Florida Divorce and Custody Forum

Features Q&As on Florida divorce, custody, alimony, and child support law. By Howard Iken.

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

Apr 16
Restraining Order question

Restraining Order question

My ex was arrested/jailed thanks to his estranged wife who he is now reconciling with. When they were separated I told my kids they would never have to see her again. They were relieved as the wife is caustic and verbally abusive. She has…
Apr 13
Florida statute 61.13001

Florida statute 61.13001

My X wife moved our children 40 miles farther away without requesting permission from me or the court. How do I go about having her charged with violating this statute? Can she face criminal charges?
Mar 29
Necesito informacion

Necesito informacion

Buenas tardes, soy colombiana y vivo en colombia pero estoy casada con un residente permanente de Usa desde hace 3 años y el viene cada 3 meses aproximadamente. El no ha hecho solicitud para llevarme a Usa y en este momento atravesamos…

Rank this Week: 264

Lawdiva's Blog

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

http://lawdiva.wordpress.com

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…
May 15
Another Nigerian Scam: Fake Fertility Clinic

Another Nigerian Scam: Fake Fertility Clinic

A married couple from the United Kingdom tried for eight years to have a baby with no luck at all. After years of disappointment the couple were referred by family members to the Miracle of God Fertility Clinic in Port Harcourt Nigeria. They…
Apr 30
Frisbee/Hula Hoop Heiress Appeals Court Order to Pay Her Ex-Husband More Money

Frisbee/Hula Hoop Heiress Appeals Court Order to Pay Her Ex-Husband More Money

When Americans Elena and Peter Marano separated in 2007 after twenty years of marriage they each received one-half of their net worth of $20 million dollars. End of story, right? Not so fast. Between 2007 and 2010 Mr. Marano’s interest…

Rank this Week: 358

Family Law Blog

Covers California family law. By Claery & Green.

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

May 17
Parental Liability Laws: What You Need to Know

Parental Liability Laws: What You Need to Know

Parenting can be a person's greatest joy, but it also requires a significant amount of responsibility. Parents are obligated to pay for damages caused by their children. Most of the time, a parent can be forced to pay for any negligent…
May 16
Calculating Child Support in California

Calculating Child Support in California

If you are seeking child support in a divorce situation, there are a variety of factors that you will want to consider. The California courts use guidelines to determine how much child support each family member should be paid. If parents…
May 15
Fight Over $785,000 Engagement Ring Makes Headline

Fight Over $785,000 Engagement Ring Makes Headline

A woman said yes when her boyfriend asked her to marry him, but now she has decided to take a step back, and she wants to keep the $785,000 engagement that she was offered as a part of the proposal. According to ABC News, the man who…

Rank this Week: 394

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 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…
May 3
#377 Third Department Caselaw Round-Up for May 31, 2012, Part 2 of 6

#377 Third Department Caselaw Round-Up for May 31, 2012, Part 2 of 6

We'll call this one Bad Father, Good Father. The first case illustrates the chaos some children have to deal with when one or both of their parents act like children themselves. It also shows that if a change in circumstances is present,…

Rank this Week: 396

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 17
UK: 'Imams promote grooming rings', Muslim leader claim

UK: 'Imams promote grooming rings', Muslim leader claim

By Hayley Dixon Dr Taj Hargey, imam of the Oxford Islamic Congregation, said race and religion were inextricably linked to the recent spate of grooming rings in which Muslim men have targeted under-age white girls. Earlier this week seven…
May 12
Report: India's 3,000 Child Soldier

Report: India's 3,000 Child Soldier

By Atish Patel At least 3,000 children as young as six are being recruited by insurgent groups across India, according to a new report published by a human rights group. The New Delhi-based Asian Centre for Human Rights says the practice of…
May 12
Rescued boy soldier is stoned to death

Rescued boy soldier is stoned to death

By Oliver Poole A child soldier rescued from a rebel militia group in the Central African Republic by Unicef before being forcibly re-recruited has been stoned to death by a mob, it has emerged. The boy, aged 17, and a second child soldier…

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Family Lore

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

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

May 17
Something for the Weekend: Peter Cook - The Miner

Something for the Weekend: Peter Cook - The Miner

Rather like another Peter Cook video I posted recently, I know this has been posted elsewhere previously but I make no excuse, as it is always worth another watch. Cook at his best, explaining why he never became a judge:
May 17
...AND JUSTICE FOR NONE: Chapter 3 - Ethic

...AND JUSTICE FOR NONE: Chapter 3 - Ethic

NEEDLESS TO SAY, Arthur's courtroom antics did not escape the attention of the Bar Council.Bringing the profession into disrepute. The last thing Arthur had intended when he entered the profession with such high expectations.The hearing…
May 16
"There are two kinds of statistics, the kind you look up and the kind you make up." - Rex Stout

"There are two kinds of statistics, the kind you look up and the kind you make up." - Rex Stout

"The DWP has announced it intends to continue to automatically count as paid in full all cases where CSA-calculated maintenance is paid between parents (instead of via the CSA collection service), even though the DWP admits it has no way of…

Rank this Week: 417

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 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…
May 14
Denise Richards awarded custody of Charlie Sheen's twin son

Denise Richards awarded custody of Charlie Sheen's twin son

Denise Richards will be lending a helping hand to Charlie Sheen and Brooke Mueller for (at least) a little longer. The 42-year-old actress made an appearance in court with ex-husband Sheen on Tuesday, May 7, where a judge ruled that she would…
May 10
Divorce for Country Singer, Jason Aldean

Divorce for Country Singer, Jason Aldean

Jason Aldean has filed for divorce, kicking last week's news of separation from his wife up a notch. "This is a really tough time for my entire family," the country singer told Us Weekly in a statement about the divorce, noting that he and…

Rank this Week: 418

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 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,…
May 10
Separate property in Georgia

Separate property in Georgia

Georgia is an equitable division state. This means that, upon a divorce, the property of the parties is divided equitably between them (though not necessarily equally). The exception to equitable division is separate property. In Georgia,…

Rank this Week: 420

Rhode Island Divorce Lawyer Tips…

Rhode Island Divorce Lawyer Tips for You

Covers Rhode Island divorce and family law. By Chris Pearsall.

http://www.rhodeislanddivorcetips.com/

May 4
Rhode Island Becomes the 10th State to Legalize Same-Sex Marriage

Rhode Island Becomes the 10th State to Legalize Same-Sex Marriage

Rhode Island becomes the 10th state to legalize same-sex marriages when Governor Lincoln Chafee signed the two bills on Thursday, May 2, 2013 at 6:50 p.m. at the State House.
Apr 18
A Divergence from Rhode Island Divorce! CISPA must be Stopped!

A Divergence from Rhode Island Divorce! CISPA must be Stopped!

Urgent to all Internet Users - CISPA passed in the House of Representatives. CISPA must be stopped. \Find out what it's all about before you lose your Right to Privacy. This requires a National Appeal for the President to Hear US! …
Apr 10
What do divorce lawyers do in their off time? A Day in my Life!

What do divorce lawyers do in their off time? A Day in my Life!

What Do Some Lawyers Do In their Off-Hours? A day in the life of Christopher Pearsall.

Rank this Week: 486

DadsDivorce

Provides information for men at all stages of divorce.

http://www.dadsdivorce.com/articles

Nov 28
Can You Dismiss A Child Custody Case If It Is Not Going In Your Favor?

Can You Dismiss A Child Custody Case If It Is Not Going In Your Favor?

Question:My child custody case is going terribly because I can't afford a good divorce lawyer and the cost of litigation has nearly bankrupt me.Is it possible to file for a dismissal of the case until I have enough money to have a good lawyer…
Nov 28
My Ex Bought Our Child A Car Without My Consent And I Am Expected To Pay Half

My Ex Bought Our Child A Car Without My Consent And I Am Expected To Pay Half

Question:My divorce decree and parenting plan state that my ex-wife and I share major decision making and we are to share auto expenses.She purchased a car for our child without my consent and after I told her numerous times prior to the…
Nov 27
Child Support: Is My Child Emancipated If He Has A Child Of His Own?

Child Support: Is My Child Emancipated If He Has A Child Of His Own?

Question:I pay child support to my ex-wife for our 16-year-old son, who recently became a father after he got his girlfriend pregnant.If my son now is supporting a child of his own, does that effect the amount of child support I would pay?…

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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 17
Jones "Judges, Family Law, Cultural Sociology of Divorce: An Encyclopedia"

Jones "Judges, Family Law, Cultural Sociology of Divorce: An Encyclopedia"

Elizabeth N. Jones (Western State College of Law) has posted her article Judges, Family Law, Cultural Sociology of Divorce: An Encyclopedia, pp. 626-629, Robert E. Emery, ed., 2013, on SSRN. Here is the abstract: This is a chapter in an...
May 15
Same-Sex Marriage in Foreign Jurisdiction

Same-Sex Marriage in Foreign Jurisdiction

From Angelique Devaux, writing for the Jurist: In a time when France has lost its fame for crusading for human rights, "marriage for all" has been the popular name given to same-sex marriage by the French Socialists' impetus in…
May 14
Same-Sex Marriage in Minnesota

Same-Sex Marriage in Minnesota

From the Chicago Tribune: MINNEAPOLIS (Reuters) - Governor Mark Dayton on Tuesday made Minnesota the nation's 12th state to allow same-sex couples to marry and only the second in the Midwest, signing a bill on the steps of the state...

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Family Law & Divorce Information…

Family Law & Divorce Information in Houston, Texas

By Busby & Associates.

http://busby-lee.com/familylawblog

May 15
Who will you call for help?

Who will you call for help?

Michael Who will you call for help? Are your marriage troubles still keeping you awake at night? Are you worried about how your life will be affected if you are divorced? Are you having thoughts that clearly indicate you are depressed?…
May 15
My spouse will be honest about our asset

My spouse will be honest about our asset

MichaelMy spouse will be honest about our assets Even if you’ve decided to settle the terms of your divorce with regard to division of property, you should still consider the possibility the assets listed may not be all of the assets at…
May 14
My spouse will be fair and cooperative

My spouse will be fair and cooperative

MichaelMy spouse will be fair and cooperative. There’s nothing like a divorce to make people who once were civil and kind erupt into all sorts of irrational behavior. If you are preparing for divorce, keep this myth at the forefront of…

Rank this Week: 587

NY Divorce Attorney Blog

Covers New York divorce law. By David Centeno.

http://nyuncontesteddivorceattorney.com/wordpress

May 6
A New Era?

A New Era?

Could this be the dawn of the new civil divorce? Last Friday Gov. Jay Inslee signed the Uniform Collaborative Law Act which allows couples to agree on the terms of their divorce without going to court at all. This act can save many couples…
Apr 30
New Divorce Audio Coaching Program Helps Parents Minimize Effects of Divorce on Their Childre

New Divorce Audio Coaching Program Helps Parents Minimize Effects of Divorce on Their Childre

Much has been made about the effects of divorce on children. Some studies claim that children end up as alcoholics or abusers, others claim they are more prone to divorce. Regardless it is pretty obvious that divorce does have a major effect…
Apr 23
The Shocking Way That Porsha Stewart Found Out About Her Divorce!

The Shocking Way That Porsha Stewart Found Out About Her Divorce!

Porsha Stewart, the wife of former NFL star and now TV analyst Kordell Stewart, was admittedly shocked when she found out that her husband had fild for divorce. However the way it happened was even worse, imagine finding out on Twitter!? Read…

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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 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…
Apr 26
Amendments to Michigan Court Rule

Amendments to Michigan Court Rule

There were many changes to the Michigan Court Rules that became effective on January 1, 2013. Make sure that you are up to speed on these.

Rank this Week: 609

Lancaster Law Blog

Covers business law, employment law, estate planning, family law, and nonprofit law information for Lancaster County and Pennsylvania residents. From Russell, Krafft & Gruber.

http://www.lancasterlawblog.com/

May 15
Pending Mechanics' Lien Legislation to Impact PA Lender

Pending Mechanics' Lien Legislation to Impact PA Lender

The Pennsylvania Supreme Court sent shockwaves through the lending world in May 2012 when it issued its opinion in Commerce Bank/Harrisburg v. Kessler. In the case, the Court held that a bank's open-end mortgage was subordinate to a…
Apr 30
Consumer Alert

Consumer Alert

About a week or so ago the stack of letters pictured to the right arrived in the mail like a stack of Christmas Cards. The letters were from "Corporate Records Services" and stated on the front of the envelope "IMPORTANT ANNUAL MINUTES…
Apr 18
IRS Announces Three-Month Extension Following Boston Marathon Explosion

IRS Announces Three-Month Extension Following Boston Marathon Explosion

On the day following the horrible events in Boston on April 15, the Internal Revenue Service announced that it would provide a three month extension for taxpayers affected by the explosions to file and pay their federal taxes. While the…

Rank this Week: 626

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: 674

Indiana Family Lawyer Blog

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

http://www.indianafamilylawyerblog.com/

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…
May 10
Attorney Michele Jackson speaking at Child Welfare Symposium

Attorney Michele Jackson speaking at Child Welfare Symposium

Michele Jackson, an attorney at Harden Jackson Law, is presenting on International Adoption at the 37th Annual Child Welfare Symposium sponsored by the Joint Council on international children's services (JCICS) on May 21st, 2013. The…

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Blog on South Carolina Family Law

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

http://www.gregoryforman.com

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…
May 8
Supreme Court reconsiders equitable distribution of marital home

Supreme Court reconsiders equitable distribution of marital home

In a May 8, 2013 substituted opinion in Wilburn v. Wilburn, the South Carolina Supreme Court made minor modifications to its previous equitable distribution decision. While some of the analysis on other equitable distribution issues was…
May 3
Court of Appeals reverses termination of parental rights as not in child’s best interest

Court of Appeals reverses termination of parental rights as not in child’s best interest

The May 3, 2013 Court of Appeals opinion in SCDSS v. Cameron N. F. L. (dig those initials) reversed the termination of parental rights (TPR) of a nine year old special needs child because it found such termination was not in the child’s…

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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 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…
May 11
Modifying Florida Alimony

Modifying Florida Alimony

Now that Senate Bill 718 on alimony reform has been vetoed by Florida Governor Rick Scott, many Tampa Bay residents are wondering whether there is any way to modify or terminate their alimony obligations. The answer, in many cases, may…

Rank this Week: 750

The Law firm of Vaughn & Weber,…

The Law firm of Vaughn & Weber, PLLC

Covers bankruptcy, family law, foreclosure, and real estate law in New York.

http://vaughnweberlaw.com

Apr 21
Public Safety Exception to Miranda Warning

Public Safety Exception to Miranda Warning

Miranda Warnings and the Public Safety Exception* MIRANDA WARNINGS When Miranda Warnings must be given: 1. Miranda Warnings must be given prior to any questioning if you have Custodial Interrogation by Authorities (CIA)**: Custody…
Apr 18
No Documentation Loan Modification

No Documentation Loan Modification

Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac to offer No Documentation Loan Modification Program The Program Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac will offer a simplified loan modification process. Beginning July 01, 2013, servicers will be required to offer borrowers…
Apr 18
Joint Bank Account

Joint Bank Account

Are Joint Bank Accounts Good or Bad? It depends! Estate Planning Joint bank accounts can be good from an estate planning perspective. Upon the death of one of the joint owners, the funds in the account automatically pass to the surviving…

Rank this Week: 759

Divorce Law Journal

Covers adoptions, business valuation, collaborative family law, debt division, grandparent visitation, maintenance, relocation and same sex issues. By Diana L. Skaggs.

http://louisvilledivorce.typepad.com/info/

May 13
Divisibility of Disability Pension Later Reclassified as Ordinary Retirement Pension, Attorney’s Fees, Bailey v. Bailey, Case Digest, Ky Court of Appeal

Divisibility of Disability Pension Later Reclassified as Ordinary Retirement Pension, Attorney’s Fees, Bailey v. Bailey, Case Digest, Ky Court of Appeal

Buddy Lee Bailey v. Linda Beth Bailey, No. 2012-CA-000508-MR Published: Affirming County: Spencer Facts Husband filed for dissolution of the parties’ thirty year marriage in 2004. During his employment, Husband actively participated in…
May 10
Ky Court of Appeals published family law opinion today:Divisibility of pension in disability pay status that will covert at age 62 to retirement pension and CR 59.

Ky Court of Appeals published family law opinion today:Divisibility of pension in disability pay status that will covert at age 62 to retirement pension and CR 59.

Bailey v. Bailey, digest to follow.
May 6
Digests of all published family law Kentucky appellate decisions are posted; there haven't been many this year.

Digests of all published family law Kentucky appellate decisions are posted; there haven't been many this year.

Rank this Week: 767

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 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…
Apr 30
Child Custody Issues for Eddie Murphy

Child Custody Issues for Eddie Murphy

When celebrities such as Eddie Murphy and former Spice Girl Melanie Brown were married, it made the news - at least entertainment news coverage. Now their custody battle is grabbing legal headlines. Eddie Murphy vs. Melanie Brown Brown,…

Rank this Week: 812

New York Personal Injury Lawyer…

New York Personal Injury Lawyer Blog

Covers personal injury law. By the Law Offices of Stephen Bilkis & Associates.

http://www.newyorkinjurylawyer247blog.com/

Aug 18
Child Injured in Car Accident

Child Injured in Car Accident

On October 31, 1958, a little girl was waiting in a mobile x-ray truck to be x-rayed. She was unaware that just behind the truck, a panel van was attempting to pull away from the curb. The panel van’s rear bumper became interlocked with…
Aug 18
Child Injured in Car Accident

Child Injured in Car Accident

On October 31, 1958, a little girl was waiting in a mobile x-ray truck to be x-rayed. She was unaware that just behind the truck, a panel van was attempting to pull away from the curb. The panel van’s rear bumper became interlocked…
Aug 7
Plaintiff Claims She was Defrauded

Plaintiff Claims She was Defrauded

The plaintiff in the case is Willie B. Sosa. The defendants in the case are Lorenzo Hines, Eddie Meyers, Harold Hall, and the Estate of Dessie Ree Meyers. The judge in the case is Arthur M. Schack. About the Case

Rank this Week: 818

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: 933

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: 968

Legal Commentary on Proposition 8…

Legal Commentary on Proposition 8 and the Right to Marry

Articles and comments by attorneys and legal scholars, and related legal news. From Michael Ginsborg.

http://prop8legalcommentary.blogspot.com/

Oct 28
Farewell

Farewell

In May, I decided that I would need a hiatus to prepare an article on a subject unrelated to this site. I have just completed my forthcoming article for law librarians, "Ending Our Conflicts of Interest to Protect Consumers of Legal…
May 22
Hiatus from my usual schedule of blogging

Hiatus from my usual schedule of blogging

I regret that, for at least several weeks, I will lack time to update this site on a regular basis. I face two challenges. First, I expect to publish an article on a subject I have been thinking about for 20 years.
May 15
Legal news this month

Legal news this month

Domestic partnership

Rank this Week: 1019

Family Law Source

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

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

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…
Apr 19
Double Dip Prohibited in Divorce: IRA Edition

Double Dip Prohibited in Divorce: IRA Edition

A recurring issue in divorce litigation is the treatment of marital assets that generate income, such as pensions, rental real estate and businesses. Pennsylvania case law establishes clearly that these assets can be divided as property in…
Apr 5
Parent’s Role as Primary Caretaker is Relevant but not Paramount under Pennsylvania Custody Law

Parent’s Role as Primary Caretaker is Relevant but not Paramount under Pennsylvania Custody Law

The Pennsylvania custody law, promulgated in 2011, lists 16 factors that a trial court must consider when determining which parent shall have custody of minor children. Already, in the brief time since the law’s passage, the Superior…

Rank this Week: 1054

FamilyCraft: The Private Practice…

FamilyCraft: The Private Practice of Family & Divorce Mediation

Covers the intrapersonal and the professional/technical world of being a family mediator. By Lawrence F. King.

http://coloradodivorcemediation.com/blog/mediation/index.htm

Apr 23
Empathy, Anger & Sorrow (Erasing the Lines in the Sand)

Empathy, Anger & Sorrow (Erasing the Lines in the Sand)

In discussing disappointment's natural place in the landscape of life, psychotherapist Michael Miller, Ph.D., recently wrote in a popular magazine's feature article:Empathy helps turn anger into sorrow. When sorrow becomes mutual, it begins…
Dec 4
Acclaim for Our Divorce Law & Mediation Blogs and Website

Acclaim for Our Divorce Law & Mediation Blogs and Website

Fellow attorney-mediator Diane Levin of Boston has kindly reviewed our new blogs (this family mediation blog, and our companion Colorado DivorcePoint! divorce law blog).
Oct 31
Good Fences In Co-Parenting Plan Mediation

Good Fences In Co-Parenting Plan Mediation

In his epic poem about a Vermont apple orchard, “The Mending Wall”, Robert Frost puzzled over the timeless proverbGood fences make good neighbors.

Rank this Week: 1065

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: 1077

Arnold & Wadsworth Blog

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

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

May 3
Criminal Defense Attorney Salt Lake City | Robbery Charge

Criminal Defense Attorney Salt Lake City | Robbery Charge

The criminal defense lawyers at Arnold & Wadsworth offer a free consultation to people facing Robbery Charges, or any other criminal charges in the State of Utah. With offices in Salt Lake City and Ogden Utah the Robbery Defense attorneys…
May 2
SLC Criminal Defense Lawyer | State v. Ali

SLC Criminal Defense Lawyer | State v. Ali

At Arnold & Wadsworth our criminal defense lawyers offer a free consultation concerning all criminal cases whether in Salt Lake City or any other area in Utah. The criminal defense lawyers at Arnold & Wadsworth have the experience you…
Apr 27
Drug Charges in Utah | Salt Lake City Criminal Defense Lawyer

Drug Charges in Utah | Salt Lake City Criminal Defense Lawyer

Arnold & Wadsworth has the criminal defense lawyers needed to help you win your drug related case. As you approach these serious charges you need to make sure you partner with a criminal defense firm that will protect your constitutional…

Rank this Week: 1089

Law Offices of Scott David Stewart…

Law Offices of Scott David Stewart Blog

Covers divorce and family law.

http://blog.sdsfamilylaw.com/

Oct 2
Does Alimony Differ From Spousal Maintenance in Arizona?

Does Alimony Differ From Spousal Maintenance in Arizona?

“Does alimony differ from spousal maintenance in Arizona” is the question we’re answering in this divorce blog series. We’ve taken you from ancient alimony rooted in the Babylonian Code of Hammurabi, to the potentially devastating…
Sep 29
Alimony or Spousal Maintenance, The Purpose Is Sustenance

Alimony or Spousal Maintenance, The Purpose Is Sustenance

In this series, we’re examining the question: Does alimony differ from spousal maintenance in Arizona? In our previous post on the history of alimony, we started with ancient Babylon’s Code of Hammurabi, then the Code of Justinian,…
Sep 26
Alimony: Intrepid Ancestor of Arizona’s Spousal Maintenance

Alimony: Intrepid Ancestor of Arizona’s Spousal Maintenance

Does alimony differ from spousal maintenance in Arizona? We’re asked that question often, so this series of posts is devoted to a brief yet entertaining history of the origin of what may collectively be referred to as “spousal support.”…

Rank this Week: 1127

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/

May 4
Now that we are divorced, stay away from my Facebook Friends!

Now that we are divorced, stay away from my Facebook Friends!

Husbands and wives share many aspects of their lives. It is not unusual for them to share their Facebook friends and other social media contacts. The practice of looking at someone's friends or contacts and trying to convert them into your…
Apr 21
What will the Court do a divorce when I prove that my spouse cheated?

What will the Court do a divorce when I prove that my spouse cheated?

Discovering that your spouse has been unfaithful can be an emotional disaster. To many people, this is a wrong that can never be corrected. It can destroy a marriage. People expect that infidelity will be punished by a Judge in a divorce…
Apr 13
How to prepare for a divorce.

How to prepare for a divorce.

Some people make the decision to divorce in an instant. Others find the decision to divorce is a long process that percolates over time. If you are a person who is thinking about divorce and moving towards ending your marriage, then the…

Rank this Week: 1144

Massachusetts Divorce & Family…

Massachusetts Divorce & Family Law Blog

Covers current issues in Massachusetts divorce and family law. By Steven Ballard.

http://massachusettsfamilylaw.blogspot.com/

Jan 2
Best US Supreme Court Decision of 2012

Best US Supreme Court Decision of 2012

In my view, the best U.S. Supreme Court decision of 2012 would probably be Miller v. Alabama. This decision scored a big one for human rights of juveniles. There will be no more mandatory life-without-parole sentences for juvenile…
Jan 2
Best Divorce Blog Posts of 2012

Best Divorce Blog Posts of 2012

Scott Morgan, principal of the Morgan Law Firm (Houston and Austin, Texas) and fellow family law blogger, has put me on his list of the Best Divorce Blog Posts of 2012. Check out that link for some good reading. I made it to the list on…
Nov 12
Beyond Washington, Maryland and Maine: New Battleground States for Marriage Equality

Beyond Washington, Maryland and Maine: New Battleground States for Marriage Equality

Well, it indeed became official late last week that Washington state's referendum on marriage equality was in fact a win for marriage equality. Washington will thus be included with Maine and Maryland as the first three states to approve gay…

Rank this Week: 1155

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 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…
May 5
Jefferson Divorce Judge on Leave Following Complaint

Jefferson Divorce Judge on Leave Following Complaint

A retired judge has agreed to temporarily take on Jefferson County divorce cases after Jefferson County Circuit Court Judge Dorothea Batiste was suspended with pay, while a hearing involving complaints against her is pending before the…

Rank this Week: 1168

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…

Rank this Week: 1191

Dallas Divorce Law Blog

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

http://www.dallastxdivorce.com/

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…
May 13
Necessity of Prenuptial Agreements in the 21st Century

Necessity of Prenuptial Agreements in the 21st Century

Requesting your future spouse to sign a prenuptial agreement in Texas can be a touchy subject. Many people are hesitant to obtain a prenuptial agreement for the simple fact that it may damage the relationship. This is a point I understand…

Rank this Week: 1221

Divorce Lawyer in Augusta, Georgia

Offers tips and information about Georgia divorces. By the Goolsby Law Firm.

http://divorcelawyerinaugustageorgia.blogspot.com/

May 10
Happy Mother's Day From The Goolsby Law Firm

Happy Mother's Day From The Goolsby Law Firm

[Mother's Day Depiction from connect-in.com]"A Mother's Day Memory" By Richard GoolsbyOh, to think of Mother's hug,Evokes a sentimental tear!My heart strings pull and tug,As Mother's Day…
Apr 26
Celebrity Divorces: Danica Patrick

Celebrity Divorces: Danica Patrick

[Photo of Danica Patrick from wikipedia]Well, all you NASCAR fans, it is official! Give her the checkered flag! Yes, the divorce of NASCAR driver Danica Patrick is reportedly final, according to various news sources. You may recall that,…
Apr 25
Celebrity Divorces, Porsha Stewart, and How People Learn About Divorce

Celebrity Divorces, Porsha Stewart, and How People Learn About Divorce

[Real Housewives of Atlanta Photo from wikipedia]How do most people learn that their spouses have filed for a divorce? In most divorce cases, it is fairly simple and straightforward. In other words, in most divorces, the parties tell each…

Rank this Week: 1218

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 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…
May 12
Is My Spouse Permitted To Change The Locks On The House And Kick Me Out?

Is My Spouse Permitted To Change The Locks On The House And Kick Me Out?

This situation arises quite often in separation and divorce cases. One of the parties attempts to order their spouse out of the marital residence. In many of those situations, they will go so far as to change the locks on the door to emphasis…

Rank this Week: 1256

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 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…
May 15
Celebrity Divorce - Jason Aldean Divorcing Wife Based on Irreconcilable Difference

Celebrity Divorce - Jason Aldean Divorcing Wife Based on Irreconcilable Difference

Back in September 2012, Jason Aldean was caught kissing previous American Idol contestant, turned NBA-cheerleader, Brittany Kerr. However, this kiss turned into quite the smooching scandal considering Aldean has been married for over 11…
May 10
Divorce and Alimony - Is it the beginning of the end?

Divorce and Alimony - Is it the beginning of the end?

Although we are located in California, and primarily represent clients in divorce in San Diego, sometimes family law decisions made in other states are noteworthy. Recently, Florida lawmakers discussed putting a stop to spousal support awards…

Rank this Week: 1269

Representing Victims of Domestic…

Representing Victims of Domestic Violence: An Attorney's Perspective

Attempt to capture the thoughts and experiences of an attorney with almost no experience in this area of law, representing victims of domestic violence By the Nassau County Coalition Against Domestic Violence.

http://legalresourcenetwork.org/wordpress/

Sep 6
Lower Court Improperly Canceled Husband’s Maintenance and Support Arrear

Lower Court Improperly Canceled Husband’s Maintenance and Support Arrear

LiGreci v LiGreci 2011 NY Slip Op 06371 Decided on August 30, 2011 Appellate Division, Second Department Wife appealed from the decison of the supreme court to terminate husband’s child support and maintenance obligations and cancel all…
Aug 19
Father Neglects Child By Abusing Mother

Father Neglects Child By Abusing Mother

Matter of Ajay Sumert D. v Vijay Anand D. 2011 NY Slip Op 06264 Decided on August 16, 2011 Appellate Division, Second Department After a hearing in a child protective proceeding, the family court found that father had neglected the child,…
Aug 19
Insurance Broker Turned Convict Gets Equitable Distribution, Pays Child Support

Insurance Broker Turned Convict Gets Equitable Distribution, Pays Child Support

Cabral v Cabral 2011 NY Slip Op 06242 Decided on August 16, 2011 Appellate Division, Second Department

Rank this Week: 1281

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: 1318

Rochester Family Lawyer Blog

Covers child support, domestic relations, and family law in New York. By Alexander Korotkin.

http://rochesterfamilylawyer.korotkinlaw.com

Apr 12
Mother Ordered to Stop Posting About Her Children on Facebook

Mother Ordered to Stop Posting About Her Children on Facebook

As social media continues to permeate every aspect of our lives, there is a continuing controversy about parents should post information about their children on social media sites. The controversy is grounded in both safety concerts, as well…
Mar 24
Validity of Prenuptial Agreements in New York

Validity of Prenuptial Agreements in New York

I have previously written about prenuptial agreements and issues associated with them. Generally, in New York, a prenuptial agreement may be overturned only if the party challenging the agreement sustains the burden of proof, demonstrating…
Jan 6
There Is No Right to Grounds Trial In A No-Fault Divorce Case

There Is No Right to Grounds Trial In A No-Fault Divorce Case

I have previously written on the issue of whether there was a right to trial in a divorce case brought under the no-fault grounds. Earlier, trial level decisions were split, with some courts holding that a party was still required to…

Rank this Week: 1336

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