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Total Divorce Blog

Total Divorce Blog

Divorce Lawyers Educating Consumers

http://www.totaldivorce.com/blog
  • May 29

    2013 Law Firm Employment Report

    2013 Law Firm Employment Report
    The Great Recession has been particularly tough for the legal services market. Steep shifts in demand coupled with changing consumer attitudes have dramatically changed the legal services industry. To this end, the following employment report…
  • Mar 5

    How to Get More from Your Real-Time Law Lead

    How to Get More from Your Real-Time Law Lead
    Real-time law leads are highly sought after as prospects are more likely to convert into fee-paying clients when they can be contacted in the midst of their search for legal services. This is true of real-time leads in almost any market, but…
  • Mar 5

    How to Get Legal Clients Online

    How to Get Legal Clients Online
    To get legal clients is to ensure your law firm maintains a sustainable business model, and it's never been more important to tap into the online market, one of the fastest growing segments of the legal services market. Failure to do so is…
Rank this Week: 2137

Jacksonville Divorce Lawyer Blog

Jacksonville Divorce Lawyer Blog

Covers divorce, child custody, and chid support in Florida. By Wolf, Atter & Wolf, P.A.

http://www.jacksonvilledivorcelawyerblog.com/
  • Mar 1

    Florida Alimony and Proposed Legislative Changes for 2013

    Florida Alimony and Proposed Legislative Changes for 2013
    Florida marriages lasting longer than sixteen (16) years may result in an award of permanent alimony if the spouses decide to divorce. Over recent years the debate of alimony in Florida has been at the forefront of legislative session. The…
  • Feb 26

    What Is the Harm in Doing Your Own Divorce in Florida?

    What Is the Harm in Doing Your Own Divorce in Florida?
    The world of, "do it yourself," has become far easier over the years with the invention of the internet. People now walk into doctors' offices and tell the doctor what their diagnosis is and what medication to prescribe. The same is true…
  • Feb 22

    Establishing Paternity of a Child in Florida: Establishing Parental Rights and Visitation

    Establishing Paternity of a Child in Florida: Establishing Parental Rights and Visitation
    In recent years, the rules and laws regarding paternity actions in Florida have changed. Paternity cases generally establishes a father’s parental rights to a child in Florida; however, if the paternity case is brought by the Florida…
Rank this Week: 2000

Ohio Family Law Blog

Ohio Family Law Blog

Provides family law and divorce information for Ohio families. By Holzfaster, Cecil, McKnight & Mues.

http://www.hcmmlaw.com/blog
Rank this Week: 2179

The Law Offices of David Stein…

The Law Offices of David Stein Blog

Covers privacy and technology.

http://www.familylawdc.com/blog/
Rank this Week: 2103

Sam Hasler's Indiana Divorce &…

Sam Hasler's Indiana Divorce & Family Law Blog

Covers child custody, child support and divorce.

http://haslerlaw2.blogspot.com/
  • Mar 21

    For Those Using Free Forms From The Internet

    For Those Using Free Forms From The Internet
    Be careful of what you get. I have said this before but not quite as well as Wiggin & Nourie, P.A. does with its Is LegalZoom Legal?
  • Mar 20

    Prenuptial Agreements Are Good For Family Businesse

    Prenuptial Agreements Are Good For Family Businesse
    If you have a family business then read the following from The Williston Herald, Family roles play a part in farm operation, succession A family death brings questions about new roles: "To help deal with in-laws, Hanson is now a firm believer…
  • Mar 19

    Why Estate Planning?

    Why Estate Planning?
    Give Allinotte Law Office's Do you want to deal with this now or let your family deal with it later? a read. I think the article points out a few things not usually thought of when thinking of estate planning. Both the things needing…
Rank this Week: 2126

Ocala Divorce Lawyer Blog

Ocala Divorce Lawyer Blog

Covers Florida family law and divorce issues. By Anne E. Raduns.

http://www.ocaladivorcehelp.com/
  • Jun 17

    Florida alimony reform may not end with the governor's veto

    Florida alimony reform may not end with the governor's veto
    Divorce and alimony payments have been the source of quite a bit of debate in Florida this year due to a Senate bill reforming the system. The main goal of the bill was to reform Florida alimony standards which...
  • Jun 14

    New Florida legislation a win for family law

    New Florida legislation a win for family law
    There is a lot more to family law than most people imagine. Although family law does often deal with the topics commonly associated with divorce and custody issues, there is more to family law than asset division and child support....
  • Jun 5

    New child custody arrangements cause for Florida celebration

    New child custody arrangements cause for Florida celebration
    Child custody is always an emotional subject, no matter what the circumstances. Of course, certain situations make child custody arrangements even more emotional. For some Florida parents and their children, recent changes in their child…
Rank this Week: 2189

Santa Rosa Family Lawyer Blog

Santa Rosa Family Lawyer Blog

Covers California divorce and child custody law. By Beck Law.

http://www.santarosafamilylawyerblog.com/
  • Jun 12

    The Pitfalls of Relying on News Sources for Divorce Guidance

    The Pitfalls of Relying on News Sources for Divorce Guidance
    A recent Forbes article reveals why it is important for couples who are contemplating divorce to rely on the advice of attorneys who specialize in handling such matters, rather than information gleaned through conversations with friends and…
  • Jun 5

    Mental Illness Can Lead to Termination of Parental Right

    Mental Illness Can Lead to Termination of Parental Right
    The California State Bar Newsletter recently reported a child custody case concerning a parent with a mental illness. In February, a local court decided that "parental rights can be legally terminated when a parent poses a danger to his…
  • May 22

    Divorce Settlement Agreement Impacted by Misrepresentation of Financial Information

    Divorce Settlement Agreement Impacted by Misrepresentation of Financial Information
    In October of 2011, former Los Angeles Dodgers owner Frank McCourt and his wife, Jamie McCourt, who served as the Dodgers' CEO reached a divorce settlement agreement. Pursuant to the terms of the agreement, Jamie McCourt received $131…
Rank this Week: 2369

New Jersey Family Law

New Jersey Family Law

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

http://www.njdivorceblog.typepad.com/
Rank this Week: 2404

Orange County Criminal Attorneys…

Orange County Criminal Attorneys Blog

Covers criminal justice, family law and Orange County DWI news. By Lauren Johnson, Attorney At Law

http://www.orangecountycriminalattorneysblog.com/
  • Jun 10

    California Attorney Lauren K Johnson Interviewed On HuffPost Live About Medical Marijuana Law And Kid

    California Attorney Lauren K Johnson Interviewed On HuffPost Live About Medical Marijuana Law And Kid
    California Attorney Lauren K Johnson Interviewed On HuffPost Live About Medical Marijuana Law And Keeping Kids Safe From Accidental Ingestion Criminal Defense Attorney Lauren K. Johnson Provides Expert Legal Analysis Regarding Medical…
  • Apr 10

    What is California's Deferred Entry of Judgment?

    What is California's Deferred Entry of Judgment?
    In California, there are certain types of criminal offenses, if you are eligible, which will allow you to avoid getting any conviction at all. It is known as Deferred Entry of Judgment (sometimes referred to as DEJ). For adults, DEJ is used…
  • Apr 1

    DO YOU HAVE AN OUTSTANDING CALIFORNIA WARRANT?

    DO YOU HAVE AN OUTSTANDING CALIFORNIA WARRANT?
    There are two different types of Warrants issued through the Criminal Justice System. Law enforcement will generally issue an Arrest Warrant, which is a written order commanding (authorizing) a law enforcement agency to arrest and/or detain…
Rank this Week: 2200

electronic divorce attorney

electronic divorce attorney

Covers Michigan divorce and family law matters. By Timothy P. Flynn.

http://electronicdivorceattorney.blogspot.com/
  • Jun 6

    Collaborative Divorce Software

    Collaborative Divorce Software
    Michelle Crosby of WevorceThe collaborative divorce method is where a married couple, either by themselves or with the assistance of professionals, agree upon the terms of their divorce judgment prior to filing for divorce.  The theory…
  • May 23

    Medical Marijuana Parent Not Disqualified for Custody

    Medical Marijuana Parent Not Disqualified for Custody
    Like with the use of any other prescription medications, a parent who uses medical marijuana is not disqualified from custody in a family court according to the Michigan Attorney General.  If the pot-medicating  parent, however,…
  • May 5

    Sex Change Does Not Invalidate Divorce

    Sex Change Does Not Invalidate Divorce
    Of course, this case comes to us from Ann Arbor.  Last month, the Court of Appeals decided a divorce case involving gender reassignment in a published decision. In the case of In re Estate of Burnett, a couple had been married when…
Rank this Week: 2340

New York Divorce Report

New York Divorce Report

Covers child custody, child support, divorce, equitable distribution, marriage, spousal maintenance, and visitation. By Daniel E. Clement.

http://divorce.clementlaw.com/
  • Jun 5

    New York Pre-Nup Invalid: Flawed Acknowledgment Cannot Be Fixed

    New York Pre-Nup Invalid: Flawed Acknowledgment Cannot Be Fixed
      Details matter! In New York, if a prenuptial agreement is not properly signed and acknowledged, it will not be enforced. Unfortunately, you generally do not learn that your pre-nuptial agreement is not enforceable until years later…
  • May 30

    Who Pays Child Support In New York: Which Parent is "Non-Custodial?"

    Who Pays Child Support In New York: Which Parent is "Non-Custodial?"
    Time is money, at least when figuring out which parent is responsible for paying child support in New York.  As a result, a wealthy parent, who has custody of the children a majority of the time, does not have to pay child support to…
  • May 23

    New York Maintenance Laws To Change: How Will Post Divorce Maintenance Be Determined?

    New York Maintenance Laws To Change: How Will Post Divorce Maintenance Be Determined?
    The laws governing spousal maintenance in New York may be soon be changing.    The Law Revision Commission issued a recommendation that New York adopt a formula to determine not only temporary maintenance, but post divorce…
Rank this Week: 2349

Ohio Social Security Disability…

Ohio Social Security Disability Blog

Covers family law, criminal law, and social security SSD/SSI ssues in Ohio. By the Law Offices of John T. Nicholson.

http://www.johntnicholson.com/ohiolawblog/
  • May 26

    SSA ruling indicates that focus of disability inquiry should be on capacity to work, not ability to find a job

    SSA ruling indicates that focus of disability inquiry should be on capacity to work, not ability to find a job
    SSA ruling indicates that focus of disability inquiry should be on capacity to work, not ability to find a job  SSR 64-47c The claimant, a high school graduate who had worked in various capacities in carpentry, including foreman and…
  • Mar 24

    Social Security disability rules for Lupu

    Social Security disability rules for Lupu
    How to win my disability case for a lupus diagnosis? Systemic lupus erythematosus, or simply lupus, is evaluated in the immune system section of the Disability Evaluation Under Social Security disability handbook, more commonly known as the…
  • Feb 10

    Delays in Ohio Social Security Disability claims hurt claimant

    Delays in Ohio Social Security Disability claims hurt claimant
    Social Security Disability Delays Impact Vulnerable Patients Unfortunately it is becoming all to common for those applying for Social Security Disability benefits to suffer delay after delay while their claims languish in a bureaucratic mess…
Rank this Week: 2416

Family Law & Divorce Information…

Family Law & Divorce Information in Houston, Texas

By Busby & Associates.

http://busby-lee.com/familylawblog
  • May 25

    Divorce Appeals Texa

    Divorce Appeals Texa
    MichaelDivorce Appeals Texas If you feel that that were errors in the presentation of the trial and you are not satisfied with the outcome the trial in the  final divorce, you have the right to appeal the judge’s decision based on…
  • May 24

    Business Valuation In Divorce

    Business Valuation In Divorce
    MichaelBusiness Valuation In Divorce Many times in a divorce the parties own a business and the worth in the divorce case in disputed.  The court must consider the worth in the division of a closely held business. In most…
  • 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?…
Rank this Week: 2275

New York Divorce and Family Law…

New York Divorce and Family Law Blog

Covers New York divorce and family law decisions and legislation. By Joel R. Brandes.

http://brandeslaw.blogspot.com/
  • May 22

    Law Revision Commission Issues Maintenance Report

    Law Revision Commission Issues Maintenance Report
    New York State Law Revision Commission Issues Final Report on Maintenance Awards in Divorce Proceedings on May 15, 2013 (Click here to download a copy of the Report)
  • May 15

    Important New Decisions - May 15, 2013

    Important New Decisions - May 15, 2013
    Court of Appeals Paternity - Defense of Equitable Estoppel - Applied to Deny Non-Biological Father Right to Deny Paternity In Commissioner of Social Services on Behalf of Elizabeth S. v. Julio J., 20 N.Y.3d 995, 985 N.E.2d 127, 961 N.Y.S.2d…
  • May 6

    Statement of Clients Rights Rule Amended effective April 15, 2013

    Statement of Clients Rights Rule Amended effective April 15, 2013
    Part 1210.1 of the Official Compilation of Codes Rules, and Regulations of the State of New York, containing the the Statement of Clients Rights that must be posted in every law office, was amended effective April 15, 2013. Part 1210.1 now…
Rank this Week: 2263

Blog on South Carolina Family Law

Blog on South Carolina Family Law

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

http://www.gregoryforman.com
Rank this Week: 2288

Woolley & Co Family Law Blog

Woolley & Co Family Law Blog

Covers English divorce and family law issues from celebrity divorce to legalising prenuptial agreements in the UK. By Andrew Woolley.

http://www.family-lawfirm.co.uk/Blog/
  • Nov 27

    Pensions still not on divorce agenda

    Pensions still not on divorce agenda
    Only 15 per cent of divorced women say that pensions featured in their settlement, according to new research. 15 per cent! That’s shocking. We know that sorting out the finances can be the most complicated part of any settlement on divorce…
  • Nov 27

    Family, business and divorce

    Family, business and divorce
    People involved in their own business can spend too much time worrying about losing it all in the event of a divorce. Undoubtedly, a going concern is an asset that needs to be taken into account when reaching a financial settlement between…
  • Nov 27

    Choosing the right family lawyer

    Choosing the right family lawyer
    Appointing the right family lawyer for you is one of the most important things a person will do when facing divorce. Some people will chose the solicitors they have always used for other legal tasks, like selling a house. Others will go on…
Rank this Week: 2350

Bay Area Divorce Lawyer Blog

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.
Rank this Week: 2348

Family Wealth Blog

Family Wealth Blog

Covers elder law, estate planning and family law. By Crider Law P.C.

http://www.criderlaw.net/family-wealth-blog
  • Aug 23

    5 Estate Plannning Tasks You Shouldn’t Put Off

    5 Estate Plannning Tasks You Shouldn’t Put Off
    Download PDF of this article here: 5 Estate Planning Tasks You Shouldn’t Put Off
  • Aug 15

    Do You Need An Estate Plan?

    Do You Need An Estate Plan?
    Download PDF of this article here:Do You Need An Estate Plan?   On of the frequently asked questions I get is “Do I need an estate plan?” The answer is: Yes!
  • Aug 8

    An Estate Plan: Do You Need One?

    An Estate Plan: Do You Need One?
    On of the frequently asked questions I get is “Do I need an estate plan?” The answer is: Yes!
Rank this Week: 2481

Plano Divorce Lawyers Blog

Plano Divorce Lawyers Blog

Covers Texas family law issues, including divorce, child custody, and parental alienation. By Easley & Marquis.

http://www.planodivorcelawyersblog.com/
Rank this Week: 2364

Collaborative Divorce Northwest…

Collaborative Divorce Northwest Blog

Covers collaborative divorce and family law. By Stephens Margolin P.C.

http://www.collaborativedivorcenorthwest.com
  • Jun 18

    Approach to Vocational Assessment in Collaborative Divorce Helps Settle Spousal Support

    Approach to Vocational Assessment in Collaborative Divorce Helps Settle Spousal Support
    “Many divorcing women are scared to death of becoming bag ladies, and many men are scared to death of becoming indentured servants.” J. Mark Weiss, JD Vocational assessments, when provided by a collaborative career coach help…
  • Jun 27

    Reasons to Use the Collaborative Process – Privacy

    Reasons to Use the Collaborative Process – Privacy
    Going through the divorce process through the traditional litigated model opens up a person’s most private financial and social secrets to the public record. Even though legal files are not yet fully available on the internet, anyone can go…
  • Feb 22

    Is A Collaborative Divorce Faster Than A Regular Divorce?

    Is A Collaborative Divorce Faster Than A Regular Divorce?
    As a Portland Oregon divorce lawyer trained in both collaborative divorce and litigation, I hear a lot of process questions about which dispute resolution method is faster. The speed at which you can get through either process is fact…
Rank this Week: 2635

Divorce Field

Divorce Field

Analyzes athletes' family law issues to explain how family law works to the average consumer.

http://divorcefield.blogspot.com/
  • Jun 15

    Happy Father's Day

    Happy Father's Day
    Probably should have done a post on Mother's Day too.   Oh well, this blog covers family law issues in the sport world.   The sports I cover have mostly male player, so, Father's Day gets more attention.   Which is unusual.Good…
  • Jun 1

    Who Gets the Kids -- When Mom and Dad Are No Longer Around

    Who Gets the Kids -- When Mom and Dad Are No Longer Around
    Custody is usually decided between Mom and Dad.   After all that is the point of a custody order -- to decide with whom the kids will live when.   If Mom and Dad are living together, there is no custody to decide.   If only one…
  • Feb 10

    NCAA and Custody

    NCAA and Custody
    Last week was National Signing Day.   Normally I don't care where high schoolers are going to college (unless related to me).   This blog is about professional athletes and their family law problems.   College students -- even…
Rank this Week: 2889

DivorceSolicitor

DivorceSolicitor

Covers divorce, pre-nuptial agreements, and separation. By Lynne Bastow.

http://divorcesolicitor.blogspot.com/
  • Jun 11

    Why Do I Need a Consent Order?

    Why Do I Need a Consent Order?
    In a recent case ( Vince v Wyatt), a former traveller, whom at the time of his divorce was on state benefits, had the unwelcome news that his ex wife was seeking a share of his  multi-million pound fortune 20 years after they had…
  • Apr 18

    Any point in having a Consent Order on Divorce?

    Any point in having a Consent Order on Divorce?
    One compelling reason: Legal finality. What are the problems if I don't have one? Your ex spouse can come back at any time in the future and make a claim against you, regardless of how much money you have given them to go away, regardless on…
  • Apr 10

    Is there any divorce news out there?

    Is there any divorce news out there?
    Most of the news is gloomy. End of legal aid for many. Rich divorcing couples told off by judges for squabbling and squandering their money on legal fees. News of a divorce advice desert. The death of Margaret Thatcher. Divorce lawyers blamed…
Rank this Week: 2557

St. Charles Divorce Lawyer Blog

St. Charles Divorce Lawyer Blog

Covers family law with an emphasis on divorce. By Doug Bellon of Dalton, Chassaniol & Bellon.

http://www.stcharlesdivorcelawyerblog.com/
  • Jun 7

    Will There Be An Award Of Spousal Support In My Missouri Divorce?

    Will There Be An Award Of Spousal Support In My Missouri Divorce?
    Typically during the initial divorce consultation with a family law attorney, that family law practitioner will evaluate your circumstances to determine if one spouse may be required to provide financial assistance to the other spouse to help…
  • May 22

    Large Asset Divorces in Missouri

    Large Asset Divorces in Missouri
    Recently it was reported that the apparent delay in the finalization of the divorce between Ashton Kutcher and Demi Moore is a dispute between the actors and their lawyers over the division of a $100 million venture capital fund owned,…
  • May 15

    Your Attorney-Client Relationship in Missouri

    Your Attorney-Client Relationship in Missouri
    Back in the news again this week, O.J. Simpson is set to testify on his own behalf regarding his claims of ineffective counsel in his 2008 robbery trial. Simpson is alleging that his former attorney, Yale Galanter, failed to inform him of…
Rank this Week: 2610

Divorce Lawyer in Augusta, Georgia

Divorce Lawyer in Augusta, Georgia

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

http://divorcelawyerinaugustageorgia.blogspot.com/
  • Jun 4

    Men or Women: Who Can Detect Adultery More Often?

    Men or Women: Who Can Detect Adultery More Often?
    So, who, in your opinion, can more often detect cheating, or infidelity, by their spouses: men or women?Well, according to a new study reported in Discovery News, MEN can sense that their wives are cheating, more often, than the wives can…
  • May 23

    Discovery Responses in Divorce Case

    Discovery Responses in Divorce Case
    In the State of Georgia, each party is entitled, through his or her divorce attorney, to engage in various discovery practices, in order to learn more of the facts of the case. For instance, your divorce lawyer may, in some divorce cases,…
  • 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…
Rank this Week: 2590

Florida Family Lawyer Blog

Florida Family Lawyer Blog

Covers Florida divorce issues. By Steven E. Blumenthal, Esq.

http://www.floridafamilylawyersblog.com/
  • May 31

    Florida Alimony Reform -- Part II

    Florida Alimony Reform -- Part II
    Continued from Part I. Gov. Scott vetoed the Florida alimony reform bill discussed in Part I of this post, based on the bill's applying retroactively to alimony orders entered in the past, even many years prior to the bill's passage. There…
  • Apr 30

    Florida's New Alimony Bill (Part I)

    Florida's New Alimony Bill (Part I)
    A new Florida alimony law recently was passed by Florida's House of Representatives and Senate, and if signed by Governor Scott, goes into effect on July 1, 2013. An extremely significant provision of the new law is that it also applies…
  • Mar 28

    A Guardian Ad Litem for Your Florida Family Law Case

    A Guardian Ad Litem for Your Florida Family Law Case
    In a divorce or other family law case, if the Judge finds that it is in the best interests of the minor child(ren) in the case, the Judge can appoint a "Guardian ad Litem". Either party to the case can request that the Judge appoint a…
Rank this Week: 2892

Kevin Hickey Law Blog

Kevin Hickey Law Blog

Covers divorce, child custody and family law issues, focused on Arkansas law. From attorney Kevin Hickey.

http://www.kevinhickeylaw.com/blog
  • May 9

    Abuse By Second Opinion: How & Why Sacramento CPS Targeted the Nikolayev Family

    Abuse By Second Opinion: How & Why Sacramento CPS Targeted the Nikolayev Family
    By now, you’ve undoubtedly heard the story of Anna and Alex Nikolayev, the Sacramento parents of baby Sammy who were stunned when Child Protective Services (CPS) workers yanked the infant out of his mother’s arms – all…
  • May 1

    Collaborative Divorce: Not Just for the Super-Wealthy

    Collaborative Divorce: Not Just for the Super-Wealthy
    I’ve written briefly before about collaborative divorce on this blog, but one misconception about this relatively new method of ending a marriage continues to pop up from time to time. That misconception is that collaborative divorce is…
  • Apr 29

    What Is Münchausen Syndrome By Proxy and Why Are Parents Losing Custody Because Of It?

    What Is Münchausen Syndrome By Proxy and Why Are Parents Losing Custody Because Of It?
    Münchausen syndrome by proxy. It sounds dire. And for parents of sick children who have yet to receive a diagnosis from their medical care providers, it can be. But it’s not the illness their children have. It’s what their…
Rank this Week: 2751

Riverside County Family Law Blog

Riverside County Family Law Blog

Covers move away rights, obtaining or defending support applications and enforcing support orders, characterizing and dividing community property, and custody and visitation rights. By Thurman W. Arnold III.

http://www.thurmanarnold.com/Blog/Recent-Blog-Posts/RSS.xml
Rank this Week: 2893

California Family Law Paralegal

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: 2915

Fathers' Rights

Fathers' Rights

Educates fathers going through divorce and custody cases on how to preserve their rights and maintain healthy relationships with their children. By Regina I. Edwards.

http://georgiafathersrights.blogspot.com/
  • Feb 13

    What is a Guardian ad Litem

    What is a Guardian ad Litem
    "Guardian Ad Litem Defined" From Cathy Meyer,Your Guide to Divorce Support. The Guardian Ad Litem, for the purpose of pending litigation puts themselves in the shoes of a legally incompetent person such as a minor child. The Guardian Ad…
  • Aug 24

    Usher wins custody of sons.

    Usher wins custody of sons.
    Today, a court in Fulton County awarded Usher Raymond custody of his two young sons.  Although numerous media outlets reported on the more sensational aspects of the case and revelation
  • Jul 28

    Recovering from divorce - the retirement dilemma

    Recovering from divorce - the retirement dilemma
    We often represent clients nearing retirement age.  When this occurs, there are special considerations that need to be made.  What does the reduction in income mean for the client’s lifestyle?  Will there have to be adjustments in income…
Rank this Week: 2886

Connecticut Lesbian and Gay Law

Connecticut Lesbian and Gay Law

Covers gay marriage, civil unions, and step-parent and co-parent adoptions. By Irene C. Olszewski.

http://ctlgbtlaw.wordpress.com
  • Jan 24

    Colorado Civil Unions Bill Passes Senate

    Colorado Civil Unions Bill Passes Senate
    Yesterday,  a Colorado Senate committee voted 3-2 to pass Senate Bill 11, which would legalize civil unions for same-sex couples in that state.  The bill was opposed by Republicans in that vote.  The bill will now be heard by…
  • Jan 23

    Connecticut Legislature Confirms First Openly Gay Supreme Court Justice

    Connecticut Legislature Confirms First Openly Gay Supreme Court Justice
    Earlier today, the Connecticut General Assembly confirmed Andrew J. McDonald, a Democratic state senator, as the first openly gay justice of the Connecticut Supreme Court. The Senate voted 30-3 to confirm McDonald while the House voted…
  • Jan 21

    Obama Speaks of Gay RIghts in Inaugural Addre

    Obama Speaks of Gay RIghts in Inaugural Addre
    In what will surely become an historic inaugural address, President Barack Obama made two strong mentions of gay rights.  According to Politico, Obama “became the first president to use the word “gay” in an inaugural…
Rank this Week: 2605

The Dallas Divorce Blog

The Dallas Divorce Blog

Unravels the tangled world of Divorce and Family Law in Texas. By Chris Schmiedeke.

http://chrislawyerblog.com
  • Jan 8

    Back in the Saddle Again….What do we do about December visitation?

    Back in the Saddle Again….What do we do about December visitation?
    Okay, it is the month of December, holiday season!  I love this time of year, but for the standard visitation order in Texas, it creates a mess.  Let’s see if we can decipher it. First and foremost, you can always…
  • Jan 8

    Happy New Year! What are we doing about Standard Visitation for January?

    Happy New Year! What are we doing about Standard Visitation for January?
    Okay, January is here and it is 2013!  What do we have on tap for our weekend and Thursday periods of possession this month?  Let’s see: Weekend possessions – If your child returned to school yesterday or today (which…
  • Jun 1

    Standard possession order for June 2012

    Standard possession order for June 2012
    June is here, and so is the summer.  By the time your read this, most all kids should be out of school.  Some important notes to remember in a standard possession order in Texas is that the weekend visitations continue throughout the summer…
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Charlotte Divorce Lawyer Blog

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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South Carolina Family Law Blog

South Carolina Family Law Blog

Covers child custody, visitation, child support, divorce, separation, property and debt division. By Ben Stevens.

http://www.scfamilylaw.com/
  • Nov 29

    Custody Fight Revolves Around Whether Woman is the Mother or Merely a Surrogate

    Custody Fight Revolves Around Whether Woman is the Mother or Merely a Surrogate
    As many people realize, whether you are part of a traditional marriage, in a same-sex relationship, or a single person who has always wanted a child, there are now many more options than there used to be for raising children. One option that…
  • Nov 28

    How a Vocational Expert Might Help Your South Carolina Divorce

    How a Vocational Expert Might Help Your South Carolina Divorce
    If you’re starting the process of divorce in South Carolina, you likely are beginning to realize just how much of the process revolves around money. How much is there, how much will there be in the future, whose is it, who needs it and…
  • Nov 27

    Is My “Final Custody and Support Order” Really Final?

    Is My “Final Custody and Support Order” Really Final?
    The short answer is “no.” Family courts have continuing and broad jurisdiction in most cases to enforce, modify or even revoke previous orders. Issues such as child custody and child support are almost always modifiable. Child custody…
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Family Law Topics

Family Law Topics

Covers family and divorce law. By Schiller DuCanto & Fleck LLP.

http://familylawtopics.com/
  • Nov 28

    A Joint Parenting Agreement is a Contract

    A Joint Parenting Agreement is a Contract
    When parties are negotiating terms of a Marital Settlement Agreement (MSA) or a Joint Parenting Agreement (JPA) at the eleventh hour, they might be inclined to make concessions for the sake of “getting it over with.”  Perhaps the parties…
  • Nov 22

    Infidelities of the Rich and Famou

    Infidelities of the Rich and Famou
    There is nothing shocking or new when we hear or read about actors, actresses or others in the entertainment world “sleeping around”.  Affairs, multiple marriages, and divorces seem to be the norm.  Society does not seem to fault them…
  • Nov 12

    Holidays and Divorce - Tips for Enjoying the True Spirit of the Holiday

    Holidays and Divorce - Tips for Enjoying the True Spirit of the Holiday
    The holidays evoke universal feelings of peace, joy and hope.  Yet, for some individuals going through the difficult process of a divorce, the mere mention of the holiday season causes anxiety.   While it may seem impossible to enjoy…
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Maryland Divorce Legal Crier

Maryland Divorce Legal Crier

Features news and comments about divorce, child support, child custody, alimony, equitable property distribution, father's rights, mother's rights, family law, and laws on divorce. By James Gross.

http://mddivorcelawyers.com/legalcrier
  • Nov 27

    Marriage by Telephone

    Marriage by Telephone
    Noel Tshiani and Marie-Louise Tshiani met in the Democratic Republic of Congo in 1993 when he was 35 and she was 18.  They decided to get married in the Congo, but on the wedding day, he was on assignment by the World Bank in another African…
  • Nov 26

    The Gordian Knot

    The Gordian Knot
    I know some lawyers who are great at memorizing and reciting the law.  They can write compelling and persuasive letters and pleadings.
  • Nov 21

    Thanksgiving Visitation Schedule

    Thanksgiving Visitation Schedule
    The holidays can be stressful.  We have relatives and friends coming for Thanksgiving dinner.  So we have been shopping and cleaning and cooking to get ready for the big event. But some of my clients have to add to that the stress of child…
Rank this Week: 2642

Puryear Law Blog

Puryear Law Blog

Covers criminal defense, family law, divorce, juvenile law, business law, discrimination, personal injury, and related matters in the states of Illinois and Iowa.

http://www.puryearlaw.com/blog/
  • Nov 11

    A Self Defense Gun Case from Rock Island County, Illinoi

    A Self Defense Gun Case from Rock Island County, Illinoi
    Earlier this year, I had the honor of representing a woman named Judy, who used her gun to defend herself, her sister, and her sister-in-law after they were violently attacked in a parking lot in Rock Island County, Illinois. Much to her…
  • Feb 20

    Puryear Law Android App Now Available

    Puryear Law Android App Now Available
    In today’s world, it is important for attorneys to be accessible to their clients. Puryear Law has led the way on that front by having a live phone receptionist available 24 hours a day to schedule appointments, provide basic office…
  • Feb 19

    Puryear Law iPhone App Now Available

    Puryear Law iPhone App Now Available
    In today’s world, it is important for attorneys to be accessible to their clients. Puryear Law has led the way on that front by having a live phone receptionist available 24 hours a day to schedule appointments, provide basic office…
Rank this Week: 2800

Los Angeles Family Law Blog

Los Angeles Family Law Blog

Covers California divorce, child custody, child support, child visitation, and paternity. By Clarke Logan Young.

http://blog.clarkeyoung.com/
  • Aug 24

    Custody of Pets a Challenging Issue for Court

    Custody of Pets a Challenging Issue for Court
    A recent article in the Los Angeles Times discusses the unexpected to-do that surrounds determination of pet custody. An increasing amount of money, time and resources is being spent to decide the fate of household pets, and the process can…
  • Aug 24

    Custody of Pets a Challenging Issue for Court

    Custody of Pets a Challenging Issue for Court
    A recent article in the Los Angeles Times discusses the unexpected to-do that surrounds determination of pet custody. An increasing amount of money, time and resources is being spent to decide the fate of household pets, and the process can…
  • Jul 24

    Follow us on Twitter!

    Follow us on Twitter!
    We are now on Twitter! Follow us for updates on blog posts and articles on Borderline Personality Disorder and other informative Family Law issues! Click here to follow us! or search @ClarkeYoungLaw
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Georgia Family Law Blog

Georgia Family Law Blog

Covers family law Issues in Georgia, including divorce, alimony, and child support. By Stephen M. Worrall.

http://www.gafamilylawblog.com/
  • Jul 27

    What happens with my Social Security if I get divorced?

    What happens with my Social Security if I get divorced?
    As a Cobb County divorce attorney, many clients ask me what the Social Security consequences would be if they were divorced. Many questions need to be answered.          Experts at AARP and the Social Security Administration provide this…
  • Feb 9

    7 Ways To Stop Badmouthing Your Ex

    7 Ways To Stop Badmouthing Your Ex
    Ashley Davis Bush, LCSW, has published a great article on the importance of not badmouthing your ex. Yes, maybe he is a jerk. I know, she may makes Cruella de Vil look sweet. If you have children together, they will suffer from your…
  • Jul 19

    Everyone has a part to play in ending domestic violence

    Everyone has a part to play in ending domestic violence
    The following article, written by Edward Lindsey and Chuck Spahos, appeared in the AJC this week:
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Law Office of Kirk Garner Blog

Law Office of Kirk Garner Blog

Provides general information to people who are considering or are already engaged in family law litigation in the State of Colorado.

http://kirkgarner.com/home/blog/
  • May 29

    Mediation Tip #2: Be Prepared!

    Mediation Tip #2: Be Prepared!
    To maximize the chance of a successful mediation, you must be prepared. You cannot show up for mediation without thinking about about your case and expect it to settle favorably.
  • May 28

    Park County Courthouse

    Park County Courthouse
    The Park County Courthouse in Fairplay, Colorado.
  • May 28

    Grandparent Visitation

    Grandparent Visitation
    Kirk Garner handles grandparent visitation cases in Colorado.
Rank this Week: 2630

Colorado DivorcePoint!

Colorado DivorcePoint!

Covers Colorado divorce law. By Lawrence King and Christopher Griffith.

http://lawblog.coloradodivorcemediation.com/
  • May 10

    This blog has moved

    This blog has moved
    This blog is now located at http://lawblog.coloradodivorcemediation.com/. You will be automatically redirected in 30 seconds, or you may click here. For feed subscribers, please update your feed subscriptions to…
  • Jun 13

    Colorado Divorce Online Records - 2007 Divorce Law Change

    Colorado Divorce Online Records - 2007 Divorce Law Change
    Changes to Colorado divorce law now limit access to Colorado divorce online records.
  • Aug 8

    Chocolate Pudding Brings Peace of Mind!

    Chocolate Pudding Brings Peace of Mind!
    As a divorce professional, I don't often fall in love with new children's books about divorce; there are simply too many fine ones already out there.
Rank this Week: 2768

Davis LLP - Family Law Blog

Davis LLP - Family Law Blog

Covers family law in Canada. By Davis LLP.

http://www.davis.ca/en/blog/Family-Law
  • May 9

    Determining Material Change in Circumstances in Spousal Support Variation Application

    Determining Material Change in Circumstances in Spousal Support Variation Application
    In L.M.P. v. L.S., 2011 SCC 64, the wife appealed a judgment from the Quebec Court of Appeal,  which affirmed a decision reducing and then terminating her spousal support. The wife was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis shortly after the…
  • Dec 29

    Withdrawal of Affidavit

    Withdrawal of Affidavit
    In Ariss v. Ariss, 2011 ABQB 435 [Ariss], the wife brought an Application to unfile an Affidavit sworn by her in support of an Interim Order for child support and spousal support. Subsequently, the issues regarding support were settled out…
  • Nov 28

    Changes to Federal Child Support Table

    Changes to Federal Child Support Table
    Changes to the Federal Child Support Tables come into force on December 31, 2011.   The effect on existing child support obligations will vary depending on income levels and the effect of federal and provincial or territorial tax rules. …
Rank this Week: 2809

The Legal Minute Weekly Blog

The Legal Minute Weekly Blog

Covers child support, child custody, divorce, domestic violence, and violation of family civil rights. By the Davy Law Firm, P.C.

http://davylawfirm.blogspot.com/
  • Nov 17

    Three Reasons to Lower (or Raise) Child Support?

    Three Reasons to Lower (or Raise) Child Support?
    It goes without saying that, regardless of family circumstance, parents must financially support children, since a child usually cannot work and earn income.  The job of children, with the support and nurturance of their parents, is to do…
  • Nov 8

    Three Misconceptions About Child Custody and Child Support Litigation?

    Three Misconceptions About Child Custody and Child Support Litigation?
    When parents are splitting and will no longer live in the same household, there has to be an arrangement in place, preferably on paper, that will facilitate where the minor children will live, how they will be cared for and by whom…
  • Nov 1

    Three Ways to Tell if Your Mate Will Contest Custody?

    Three Ways to Tell if Your Mate Will Contest Custody?
    When a relationship is ending, it is a time of great upheaval, even if you have known for some time that this day would come.
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The Modern Woman's Divorce Guide

The Modern Woman's Divorce Guide

Helps women navigate the intricacies of divorce and save money along the way. By Helene Taylor.

http://www.themodernwomansdivorceguide.com/blog
  • Jun 20

    3 Mistakes Women Make in Divorce and How to Avoid Them

    3 Mistakes Women Make in Divorce and How to Avoid Them
    Have you heard horror stories about divorces? Do you dread making mistakes in your divorce? Are you ready to proactively avoid common pitfalls? If so, you are in the right place. Here are three mistakes women make in their divorces and…
  • Jun 19

    Community Property Explained

    Community Property Explained
    Community Property Defined Community property laws control the division of assets in nine states including Arizona, California, Idaho, Louisiana, Nevada, New Mexico, Texas, Washington and Wisconsin. The law of governs the remaining forty-one…
  • Feb 14

    Tips for Choosing a Mediator

    Tips for Choosing a Mediator
    When facing divorce you may think the only route is to choose a divorce attorney and battle it out in court; this isn’t so. There are a number of options you can explore in divorce, especially if your divorce isn’t contested and…
Rank this Week: 2688

Child Custody Blog

Child Custody Blog

Covers child custody, divorce, and family law matters.

http://www.childcustodycoach.com/blog
  • Nov 27

    Disability and Child Custody - Are Disabled Parent’s Handicapped in Family Court?

    Disability and Child Custody - Are Disabled Parent’s Handicapped in Family Court?
    Parent’s with a disability have been rightfully concerned about whether their disability can effect child custody and visitation. Many states still remain silent on this issue or do not have adequate laws to protect disabled parents in…
  • Nov 26

    What Age Can a Child Decide Which Parent to Live With?

    What Age Can a Child Decide Which Parent to Live With?
    “At what age can a child decide which parent to live with?” This is one of the most frequently asked questions among parents involved in a child custody and visitation situation. It would seem that the answer would be a simple one…
  • Jul 31

    The Coaching Commons Article on The Custody Coach™ by Mark Joyella

    The Coaching Commons Article on The Custody Coach™ by Mark Joyella
    The Custody Coach™: Can a Coach Be an Advocate, Educator and…a Coach? by Mark Joyella You’ve heard of the “coach approach.” But what, exactly, is the Child Custody Coach™ approach? Steven Carlson says he identified the child…
Rank this Week: 2613

San Diego Divorce Lawyer Blog

San Diego Divorce Lawyer Blog

Covers divorce, paternity and legal separation issues. By Roy M. Doppelt and Associates.

http://www.sandiegodivorcelawyerblog.com/
  • Jun 11

    FBI Says The Abduction of Children By Non-Custodial Parent is On The Rise

    FBI Says The Abduction of Children By Non-Custodial Parent is On The Rise
    In child abduction cases, where the motivation of the abductor is known, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (the "FBI") reports that custodial-motivated abductions have increased from 9 percent in 2010 to 50 percent in 2012. The trend seems…
  • Jun 4

    Family Court Referee Rules in Favor of Bode Miller; Custody Case Belongs in California

    Family Court Referee Rules in Favor of Bode Miller; Custody Case Belongs in California
    Bode Miller lives in San Diego. That's where he and Sara McKenna dated after meeting one another through the assistance of a high-priced dating service. According to news reports, she got pregnant, he allegedly did not want her to have the…
  • May 28

    Many States Allow Rapists Some Form of Child Custody Rights, But NOT California

    Many States Allow Rapists Some Form of Child Custody Rights, But NOT California
    Rape is a violent, horrifying crime. It would seem that a woman who finds herself pregnant after such an assault suffers doubly. If that woman makes the choice to carry the baby to term and raise the child, many states offer some level of…
Rank this Week: 3080