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The Law Offices of David Stein…

The Law Offices of David Stein Blog

Covers privacy and technology.

http://www.familylawdc.com/blog/
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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:
Rank this Week: 2066

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: 2104

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: 2024

Kershisnik Law

Kershisnik Law

Covers Idaho family, criminal, probate and personal injury legal issues. By Patrick Kershisnik.

http://kershisniklaw.blogspot.com/
  • Apr 20

    Boise Divorce Attorney - Boise Family Law Lawyers - Boise Custody Attorneys Lawyer

    Boise Divorce Attorney - Boise Family Law Lawyers - Boise Custody Attorneys Lawyer
    Kershisnik Law, (208) 472-2383, Boise Divorce Attorney, Idaho Family Law Lawyers, divorce, custody, modification, child support, family law.As a Boise Divorce Attorney I often get calls concerning child support. There are many issues…
  • Apr 18

    Boise Probate Attorneys - Idaho Estate Planning Lawyer

    Boise Probate Attorneys - Idaho Estate Planning Lawyer
    To speak with a Boise Probate Attorney or an Idaho Estate Planning Lawyer, please call (208) 472-2383, for probate and estate planning in Idaho.As a Boise Probate Attorney one of the most frequent questions I get is how long does it take to…
  • Apr 4

    Boise Divorce Attorney - Divorce Attorneys, Family Law Lawyers, Probate Attorneys, Boise, Idaho

    Boise Divorce Attorney - Divorce Attorneys, Family Law Lawyers, Probate Attorneys, Boise, Idaho
    Boise Divorce Attorneys - Boise Probate Attorneys - Family Law Lawyers, (208)472-2383Today I am going to discuss probate and divorce. What do probate and divorce have to do with each other? A lot, especially when you get divorced and forget…
Rank this Week: 2143

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/
  • 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…
  • May 3

    What Legal Steps Do I Need To Take To Prove The Paternity Of My Child In Missouri?

    What Legal Steps Do I Need To Take To Prove The Paternity Of My Child In Missouri?
    Just walking through your local drug store you may have noticed a recent proliferation of at-home paternity testing kits. With these kits it is now possible to get a scientific determination of the paternity of your child after a visit to…
Rank this Week: 2223

Orlando Divorce Blog

Orlando Divorce Blog

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

http://meddinlaw.com/orlando-divorce-blog/
  • May 22

    Take Charge of Your Finances After Your Divorce

    Take Charge of Your Finances After Your Divorce
    By Anna E. Meddin, Esquire www.meddinlaw.com Your divorce has been finalized!  The court has entered a Final Judgment but now what? Many recently divorced people are excited but are not yet ready to take charge of their new financial…
  • May 2

    Florida’s controversial alimony SB 718 vetoed

    Florida’s controversial alimony SB 718 vetoed
    By Anna E. Meddin, Esquire www.meddinlaw.com By vetoing SB 718, Governor Rick Scott has given Floridians peace of mind that their permanent alimony will not be retroactively adjusted. The controversial bill would have abolished permanent…
  • Apr 4

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

    The Meddin Law Firm sponsors CFAWL’s Runway For Justice to benefit A Place for Children
    By: Anna E. Meddin, Esquire www.meddinlaw.com The Meddin Law Firm is proud to sponsor Central Florida Association for Women Lawyers (CFAWL) annual fundraising event: Runway For Justice – A Spring Fashion Soiree to benefit A Place…
Rank this Week: 2420

Houston Divorce Lawyer Blog

Houston Divorce Lawyer Blog

Covers the divorce process. By Ramos Law Firm.

http://www.ramosfamilylaw.com/houstondivorceblog/
  • May 20

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

    What is an Acknowledgment of Paternity and Why is It Important?
    An Acknowledgment of Paternity (AOP for short) is a legal document, filed with the Bureau of Vital Statistics, which establishes a man as the legal father to a child. The AOP can be obtained at the hospital where the child is born, the…
  • Apr 4

    How much should I expect to spend on a divorce?

    How much should I expect to spend on a divorce?
    Unfortunately there is no cut and dry answer to this question. It depends on three main factors: 1. What is your attorney’s hourly rate? – An attorney with an hourly rate of $175 per hour will clearly result with lower…
  • Mar 11

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

    Can I Waive the 30 Day Waiting Period After a Divorce to Get Marriage Again?
    The state of Texas has a mandatory thirty day waiting period after a divorce is granted before the parties may marry a new person. The reason for the mandatory waiting period is that the judge and court that issued your final decree of…
Rank this Week: 2364

Mevorah Law Offices Blog

Mevorah Law Offices Blog

Covers divorce and family law in Illinois.

http://www.divorce-attorney-illinois.com/
  • May 14

    Getting over Divorce

    Getting over Divorce
    Divorce is not something that crosses your mind until you are already feeling unhappy with your situation. It can be devastating emotionally as well as stressful in many ways. According to a report by Third Age, there are a few things that…
  • May 7

    Spousal support

    Spousal support
    When you are going through a divorce, one of the steps is to determine spousal support.  Alimony, or spousal support, can be awarded to either spouse. How much will be owed and for how long the spousal support will be paid must be…
  • Apr 28

    Former U.S. rep files to stop paying child support

    Former U.S. rep files to stop paying child support
    According to a recent article, former United States representative Joe Walsh has filed papers in attempts to end his duty to pay $2,134 per month in child support. Tea Party Republican Walsh is currently unemployed. He wants to…
Rank this Week: 2409

My Arizona Criminal, Child Abuse…

My Arizona Criminal, Child Abuse and Neglect Attorney

Focuses on the intersection of family and criminal law. By Gregg R. Woodnick, PLLC.

http://woodnicklawchildcustody.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 8

    False Imprisonment Claim Yields $70,000 Settlement in New Mexico

    False Imprisonment Claim Yields $70,000 Settlement in New Mexico
    ABC News reports that a New Mexico man agreed to a $70,000 settlement with the county whose officials arrested and wrongfully imprisoned him for several days in 2009. Anthony Ortiz was arrested because a clerk entered his Social Security…
  • Mar 25

    The Importance of Expert Witnesse

    The Importance of Expert Witnesse
    If the Jodi Arias trial illustrates anything to the legal community (note: it probably illustrates a lot of things), it is the importance of expert witness testimony in the contemporary trial setting.  Forensic psychologist Richard…
Rank this Week: 2459

Kentucky Family Law Blog

Kentucky Family Law Blog

Covers family and divorce law. By Barrow & Weigel.

http://www.barrowweigel.com/blog
  • Mar 25

    New Top Lawyers Edition of Louisville Magazine

    New Top Lawyers Edition of Louisville Magazine
    Louisville Magazine has printed a special edition that contains the correct, complete list of Louisville’s Top Attorneys. The list was originally printed in the March, 2013 edition, but a printing error caused a substantial portion of…
  • Mar 10

    Hugh W. Barrow Named as One of Louisville’s Top Lawyer

    Hugh W. Barrow Named as One of Louisville’s Top Lawyer
    Barrow Law Group, PLLC is pleased to announce that Hugh W. Barrow was recognized in Louisville Magazine’s “Top Lawyers” issue.  The list of “Top Lawyers” was compiled from a survey of members of…
  • Mar 7

    How To File For Divorce in Kentucky

    How To File For Divorce in Kentucky
    There are many different types of divorce in Kentucky. Most Court allow for simple divorces that do not require either party to appear before a judge.  There are also cases that are litigated before a Judge or domestic relations…
Rank this Week: 2266

Attorney O's Midnight Musings:…

Attorney O's Midnight Musings: Connecticut Law

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

http://ireneolszewski.com/ctlawblog
  • Jan 24

    Why Lawyers Choose Specific Practice Area

    Why Lawyers Choose Specific Practice Area
    I receive numerous calls every day from people with legal issues who are looking for a lawyer to advise them and possibly represent them in court.  There’s nothing unusual about that.  This is a law office, after…
  • Jan 23

    3 Divorce Options in Connecticut

    3 Divorce Options in Connecticut
    If you are seeking divorce in the State of Connecticut, you have 3 options available to you:  litigation, collaborative divorce or mediation. These are the procedures by which your divorce will be filed with the Superior Court and…
  • Jan 21

    President Barack Obama’s 2013 Inaugural Addre

    President Barack Obama’s 2013 Inaugural Addre
    Barack Obama was sworn in today for his second term as President of the United States.  For those who missed his inaugural address, here’s the video. The full text follows. THE PRESIDENT:  Vice President Biden, Mr. Chief…
Rank this Week: 2253

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…
Rank this Week: 2336

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: 2351

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: 2424

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: 2438

Ayo and Iken PLC Blog

Ayo and Iken PLC Blog

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

http://www.18884mydivorce.com/blog/
  • May 22

    Secret

    Secret
    Most people have some idea that attorneys are able to keep a secret. Few people understand that attorneys are absolutely required to keep a secret. We swear an oath upon admission to The Florida Bar. But it is more than an oath – it…
  • May 20

    Attorney Cheri Hobbs – Recap

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

    Doing it Alone

    Doing it Alone
    There was recently an article in the Tampa Bay Times. The article described a couple that was going through a divorce in Tampa. The scene that was painted was not a pretty one. The article describes arguments between the couple as they try to…
Rank this Week: 2754

Minnesota Family Law Blog

Minnesota Family Law Blog

Covers divorce, alimony, and child support issues. By Mankato Family Law.

http://mankatolawblog.com/
  • May 22

    Minnesota Adopts Freedom to Marry Law

    Minnesota Adopts Freedom to Marry Law
    Gay Marriage Is Now The Law Of The Land In Minnesota.  On Tuesday, May 14, Governor Dayton signed into law Minnesota’s “Freedom to Marry Act,” making Minnesota the 12th state to permit same-sex marriage.  Minnesota…
  • May 6

    Social Security Benefits And Minnesota Divorce

    Social Security Benefits And Minnesota Divorce
    Ex-s With Benefits: Collecting social security benefits after a Minnesota divorce Did you know that if you are divorced, you may be able to collect social security benefits based on your ex-spouse’s payment record?  You can be…
  • Apr 19

    Divorce and Domestic Abuse In Minnesota

    Divorce and Domestic Abuse In Minnesota
    Domestic Abuse and Divorce in Minnesota   Victims of domestic violence have many difficulties on their plate at any given time:  dealing with the physical effects of abuse, seeking help with mental trauma, and finding a positive…
Rank this Week: 2767

Albuquerque Divorce Lawyer Blog

Albuquerque Divorce Lawyer Blog

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

http://www.albuquerquedivorcelawyerblog.com/
  • May 13

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

    "Non-Modifiable Alimony" Means Non-Modifiable in New Mexico
    It is often assume or perhaps hoped that alimony automatically terminates upon the marriage of the recipient of the support. This is not necessarily the case. Spousal support may be ordered for a variety of purposes. It can be…
  • May 1

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

    Mediation in New Mexico Divorce: Many Advantages Though Expectations Should be Kept in Check
    In a divorce, there is always the option for early mediation if the parties are amenable. In order to decide whether or not to mediate, it is important to know the basics of mediation in a divorce setting. It is equally important to know…
  • Apr 22

    Changing the Parenting Plan in New Mexico

    Changing the Parenting Plan in New Mexico
    Parenting Plans set out all the essential terms of custody, time-sharing and child support following a divorce. There are many big issues such as custody and support. There are also smaller, though equally important, issues such as…
Rank this Week: 2732

Linda's Law Blog

Linda's Law Blog

Covers Pennsylvania and New Jersey family law. By Linda A. Kerns.

http://lindakernslaw.blogspot.com/
  • May 11

    Inspiration on a Saturday

    Inspiration on a Saturday
    "If you think you are too small to be effective, you have never been in the dark with a mosquito."- Unknown
  • May 8

    Alimony Woe

    Alimony Woe
    New Jersey allows permanent alimony in divorce cases.  The word "permanent" scares the person who is ordered to pay and gives some comfort to the person who is supposed to receive alimony.  However, in reality, the law allows…
  • May 4

    Inspiration on a Saturday

    Inspiration on a Saturday
    "Put your ear down close to your soul and listen hard."- Anne Sexton
Rank this Week: 2853

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/
  • 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: 2491

A Child is Missing

A Child is Missing

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

http://joelbrandes.blogspot.com/
Rank this Week: 2896

New Jersey Family Law Blog

New Jersey Family Law Blog

Covers alimony, child support, child custody, divorce and more. By the Rotolo Law Firm.

http://www.newjerseyfamilylawblog.com/
  • Apr 30

    When An Engagement Is Broken, Who Is Entitled To The Ring?

    When An Engagement Is Broken, Who Is Entitled To The Ring?
    The engagement ring has long been a symbol of a couple’s intention to wed. But what happens to that ring if the engagement is broken? It was recently reported that a New York City man filed a suit against his ex-fiancé, a…
  • Apr 9

    Heading for Divorce? Take Steps to Protect Your Credit Rating

    Heading for Divorce? Take Steps to Protect Your Credit Rating
    When contemplating divorce, one of the first issues to be handled, after custody, is the distribution of marital assets. What some people fail to do adequately, however, is address the issue of joint debt that has accumulated during their…
  • Apr 3

    Bill Calls for End to Permanent Alimony, Other Reform

    Bill Calls for End to Permanent Alimony, Other Reform
    The State Assembly currently is considering legislation to end permanent alimony and clarify the guidelines under which other forms of alimony are awarded. (1) In New Jersey, there are four main variations of alimony that can be awarded…
Rank this Week: 2793

Florida Family Lawyer Blog

Florida Family Lawyer Blog

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

http://www.floridafamilylawyersblog.com/
  • 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…
  • Feb 28

    Innocent Spouse Relief, and Your Florida Divorce

    Innocent Spouse Relief, and Your Florida Divorce
    Even though Florida is a no-fault divorce state, issues of fault or wrong-doing often do come up in Florida divorces, regarding time-sharing, property and debt division, alimony and other issues in the case. This post, however, does not…
Rank this Week: 2785

Florida Family Law Blawg

Florida Family Law Blawg

Covers Florida family law cases and news. By Christopher Chopin.

http://flafamlaw.blogspot.com/
  • Apr 17

    Fourth DCA Permits Domestic Violence Filing by Temporary Resident

    Fourth DCA Permits Domestic Violence Filing by Temporary Resident
    The Fourth District Court of Appeal ruled today in Rudel v. Rudel, a case involving two German residents.  While the Wife and daughter of the parties had temporarily moved to Florida for the minor child to attend school, the Wife filed a…
  • Apr 17

    Restriction on Toy Guns Reversed by Fourth DCA

    Restriction on Toy Guns Reversed by Fourth DCA
    The Fourth District Court of Appeal ruled today in Ingram v. Ingram, reversing as to a single issue raised.  Referencing an “unfortunate experience” with a BB gun while on a visit with his father, the Fourth District upheld a…
  • Apr 5

    New Alimony Law Passes Senate

    New Alimony Law Passes Senate
    After a third reading in the Florida Senate yesterday, CS/CS/SB 718, innocuously titled “Family Law”, was approved by that body with a vote of 29 yeas to 11 nays, and is now on its way to the House Clerk for a first reading and…
Rank this Week: 2875

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/
  • 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…
  • Mar 28

    Drunk In Public (Public Intoxication) - Is It a Big Deal?

    Drunk In Public (Public Intoxication) - Is It a Big Deal?
    One aspect of the college student experience is partying with friends and fellow students at the local bars and clubs. Often times, these college students have no means of transportation and find themselves walking to bars, clubs and to…
Rank this Week: 2541

The Interplay Between Bankruptcy…

The Interplay Between Bankruptcy and Divorce Law in Virginia

Explores the effect of a bankruptcy on divorce and other family law matters in Virginia, as well as the effect of a divorce or other family law matter on a bankruptcy. By James H. Wilson, Jr.

http://bankruptcydivorceblawg.com
Rank this Week: 2520

Florida Divorce & Family Law…

Florida Divorce & Family Law Blog

Covers current events related to divorce and family law matters in Florida. By Christine Bauer.

http://bauerfamilylaw.blogspot.com/
  • Mar 22

    Presumptive Best Interest of Child and Equal Time-Sharing

    Presumptive Best Interest of Child and Equal Time-Sharing
    There is no question that our family law statutes need to be reformed and that there is a great deal of "judicial discretion" in family law matters. Often times, the outcome of your case depends more on the judge that you have been…
  • Feb 18

    Business Relationship With Ex Spouse

    Business Relationship With Ex Spouse
    I think that one of the most difficult things for a couple to do after they have divorced is figure out how they are going to co-parent their children. Often times the fights, resentment and misunderstandings that happen post divorce are a…
  • Nov 9

    Advice for Unwed Father

    Advice for Unwed Father
    I recently heard a statistic that stated that more than 40% of children today are born to couples who are not married. While this percentage is lower if you are over 30 when you have your children or have a college degree, there is still a…
Rank this Week: 2709

Jacksonville Divorce Attorney Blog

Jacksonville Divorce Attorney Blog

Covers Florida divorce, child custody, and child support. By Apple Law Firm PLLC.

http://www.jacksonvilledivorceattorneyblog.com/
  • Feb 26

    When Attending Mediation have a Good Attitude, an Open Mind (and an Open Heart) and you just might be Pleasantly Surprised

    When Attending Mediation have a Good Attitude, an Open Mind (and an Open Heart) and you just might be Pleasantly Surprised
    A client walked into Apple six months ago, trying to get his alimony modified. He was not sure about hiring an attorney because he felt his previous attorney was a tiger in his office but a wallflower in Court. We finally asked us him to…
  • Feb 4

    What Is an Order To Show Cause?

    What Is an Order To Show Cause?
    An order to show cause is a type of court order that requires one or more parties in a court proceeding to come to court to justify, explain, or prove something to the court. Typically it means the Judge in a case needs more information…
  • Jan 31

    Florida man accused of fraud after name change in 'act of love' - Yahoo! New

    Florida man accused of fraud after name change in 'act of love' - Yahoo! New
    http://news.yahoo.com/florida-man-accused-fraud-name-change-act-love-224309320.html This is an interesting case in that it clings to the outdated notion that a married woman is an extension of her husband. It will be interesting to see how…
Rank this Week: 2831

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: 2669

Lee's Divorce & Family Law…

Lee's Divorce & Family Law Blog

Covers divorces in Alabama. By Lee Borden.

http://divorceinfo.com/blog
  • Dec 5

    How We Boomers Are Changing Divorce in America

    How We Boomers Are Changing Divorce in America
    The US has the highest divorce rate in the world - with about 43% of marriages ending in divorce. Now we have new information about the rate at which aging baby boomers divorce. In their paper The Gray Divorce Revolution: Rising Divorce…
  • Dec 5

    “Profiting From Divorce”

    “Profiting From Divorce”
    There’s an interesting article in the NY Times this morning about the apparently shameful business of investing in people’s divorces. Hard for me to get too worked up about it. The story, which you cannot read without registering (but…
  • Nov 4

    A Breathtaking Expansion of Juvenile Court Jurisdiction

    A Breathtaking Expansion of Juvenile Court Jurisdiction
    Did the Alabama Supreme Court know what it was doing when it issued this ruling? It really doesn’t matter now. With apologies to the late Roy Scheider, we’re gonna need a bigger court. The case, Ex parte L.E.O., Case No. 1090565 (Ala.…
Rank this Week: 2547

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: 2738

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: 2823

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
Rank this Week: 2707

Minnesota Divorce & Family Law…

Minnesota Divorce & Family Law Blog

Feature information and updates on Minnesota divorce and family law issues. By the Brown Law Offices.

http://www.mnfamilylawblog.com/
Rank this Week: 2598

SC Family Law

SC Family Law

Discusses South Carolina divorce and family law issues. By Metts Law Firm, LLC.

http://scdivorcelaw.blogspot.com/
  • Nov 24

    What does Joint Custody mean?

    What does Joint Custody mean?
    Joint custody can be defined in many ways and should be detailed in a Custody Order. In many cases, parents share joint custody with one of the parents as the primary custodian. In this case, the child lives primarily with the primary…
  • Jul 9

    Facebook - Friend or Foe?

    Facebook - Friend or Foe?
    As a Divorce lawyer, I have had many clients bring me evidence of a spouse's or opposing party's bad or contradictory behavior obtained from a posting on Facebook. Over the past several months I have come across many cases where a party will…
  • Jul 8

    Is the cost of Divorce too High?

    Is the cost of Divorce too High?
    Who do you think is responsible for the high costs associated with a divorce or custody hearing? Should attorneys offer alternative fee arrangements to hourly billing?
Rank this Week: 2518

Child Custody Attorney~In the…

Child Custody Attorney~In the Trenches

Covers child custody and family law issues. By Arlaine Rockey.

http://childcustodyattorney.blogspot.com/
  • Dec 2

    Combating False Allegations of Parental Alienation (PAS)

    Combating False Allegations of Parental Alienation (PAS)
    Abusers sometimes use false allegations of parental alienation against the protective parent to help deflect away from the abuse allegations and to turn the tables on the protective parent. Unfortunately, it works. Thus, as a protective…
  • Jun 3

    LEGAL ASSISTANT JOB

    LEGAL ASSISTANT JOB
    I'm seeking a smart, conscientious legal assistant for my dynamic statewide, solo family law practice, handling mostly complex custody cases. Great job for college grad who wants to be a paralegal or go to law school; however, a college…
  • Aug 17

    When the Guardian ad Litem goes the other way ...

    When the Guardian ad Litem goes the other way ...
    In a custody case, sometimes a judge will appoint a guardian ad litem ("GAL") (sometimes called a CASA) to represent the best interests of the children. Sometimes the GAL is a lawyer, sometimes not. Sometimes the GAL is a volunteer, but often…
Rank this Week: 2487

Collin County Family Attorneys…

Collin County Family Attorneys Blog

Covers Texas divorce. By Rosenthal & Wadas, PLLC.

http://www.collincountyfamilyattorneys.com/
  • May 15

    Texas Baby Boomer Divorce and Alternative Dispute Resolution

    Texas Baby Boomer Divorce and Alternative Dispute Resolution
    I came across an article recently, which described how more and more Texas Baby Boomers are turning to Alternative Dispute Resolution mechanisms in order to settle their divorces. A recent national study found that while divorce rates are…
  • May 6

    Former Dodgers CEO Disputes $131 Million Divorce Settlement

    Former Dodgers CEO Disputes $131 Million Divorce Settlement
    Former Los Angeles Dodgers CEO Jamie McCourt is urging the court to throw out her $131 million divorce judgment from her former husband and former Dodger owner Frank McCourt. Her attorneys are alleging that she was misled regarding the value…
  • Apr 29

    Oklahoma Oil Tycoon Faces Potential $5 Billion Divorce Judgement

    Oklahoma Oil Tycoon Faces Potential $5 Billion Divorce Judgement
    The internet is alight with speculation regarding the divorce of Oklahoma oil mogul Harold Hamm. According to the Forbes' 2013 World's Billionaires list, Hamm is worth an estimated $11.3 billion. The vast majority of his fortune is reportedly…
Rank this Week: 3521

Fort Lauderdale Divorce Lawyer…

Fort Lauderdale Divorce Lawyer Blog

Covers divorce, custody, and child support. By Sandy T. Fox, P.A.

http://www.fortlauderdaledivorcelawyerblog.com/
  • May 15

    World's Most Expensive Divorce

    World's Most Expensive Divorce
    Oklahoma tycoon Harold Hamm, one of the top 100 richest men in the world, is making as big of an impact on the world of divorce as he has on the world of oil. The founder and CEO of Continental Resources is splitting from his wife of 25…
  • May 8

    Important Updates to Florida's Alimony/Child Custody Legislation

    Important Updates to Florida's Alimony/Child Custody Legislation
    This blog has previously discussed changes to Florida's alimony laws (Senate Bill 718). Governor Scott vetoed this bill which included, as well, updates to Florida's child custody laws. Specifically, child custody schedules were updated.…
  • Apr 30

    Judge Orders No More Children for Deadbeat Dad

    Judge Orders No More Children for Deadbeat Dad
    This January, an Ohio father who was behind on his child support payments in an amount over $96,000 was ordered to stop having children. This type of judicial mandate, although rare, has been issued twice by Wisconsin in the past year. Asim…
Rank this Week: 3201

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/
Rank this Week: 3479

Santa Rosa Family Lawyer Blog

Santa Rosa Family Lawyer Blog

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

http://www.santarosafamilylawyerblog.com/
Rank this Week: 3081

Ocala Divorce Lawyer Blog

Ocala Divorce Lawyer Blog

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

http://www.ocaladivorcehelp.com/
  • May 14

    Florida divorce bill vetoed by Governor Scott

    Florida divorce bill vetoed by Governor Scott
    Florida lawmakers, advocacy groups and everyday citizens have had their eyes on Tallahassee for the past few months. A new bill that could seriously affect how alimony is awarded in divorce settlements has been slowly making its way through…
  • May 7

    High-profile divorce complicated in Florida and nationwide

    High-profile divorce complicated in Florida and nationwide
    Some couples have very few assets, one property or none at all and can usually separate without a fight. For other couples, it is not quite so simple. The more money a couple has, the more difficult things get. Multiple...
  • May 3

    Florida parents: Pay your child support or face consequence

    Florida parents: Pay your child support or face consequence
    When a court orders child support, the court then expects the parent who has been ordered to do so to make the support payments on time, every time. After all, the custodial parent and, by extension, any children affected very...
Rank this Week: 3235

Domestic Diversions

Domestic Diversions

Covers relationships, families and family law.

http://domesticdiversions.com
Rank this Week: 2952

New Jersey Divorce Lawyer Blog

New Jersey Divorce Lawyer Blog

Covers New Jersey divorce and family law. By The Law Offices of Edward R. Weinstein.

http://www.newjerseydivorcelawyerblog.com/
  • May 13

    How Do I Prove That My "Ex" is Living With Someone?

    How Do I Prove That My "Ex" is Living With Someone?
    As a New Jersey Divorce Lawyer, I have always found this area of NJ Family Law to be one of the most unfair, specifically to the person paying alimony. Most recently, a new case came down that disturbs me as, in my opinion, has made the law…
  • Apr 12

    When is Harassment in New Jersey Considered Domestic Violence?

    When is Harassment in New Jersey Considered Domestic Violence?
    Even for an experienced New Jersey Divorce and Family Attorney, determining whether an individual's behavior amounts to harassment under New Jersey's Prevention of Domestic Violence Act is a challenge. When a couple is experiencing a messy…
  • Mar 5

    How Do I Know if New Jersey has Jurisdiction Over My Child Custody Case?

    How Do I Know if New Jersey has Jurisdiction Over My Child Custody Case?
    In nearly twenty years of practicing divorce and child custody law in New Jersey, this is a question that my law firm is frequently asked. While this is a fairly complex area of the law, I trust the following shall be a helpful and useful…
Rank this Week: 3216

Hendrickson & Associates Blog

Hendrickson & Associates Blog

Covers divorce in California.

http://www.yourlawcenter.com/blog/
  • May 12

    10 Fun Activities Dads Can Do With Kid

    10 Fun Activities Dads Can Do With Kid
    The statistics are clear; when fathers are involved in their children’s lives, the children are healthier, do better in school, and learn more.  Take a look at some of these statistics: Preschoolers with actively involved fathers…
  • Apr 16

    How to Cope With and Prevent Parental Alienation Syndrome

    How to Cope With and Prevent Parental Alienation Syndrome
    A dispute over child custody is very common in a divorce case. Frequently, however, the negative comments of one parent in a child custody dispute will cause children to suddenly become emotionally distant with or exclude the other parent.…
  • Apr 5

    5 Tips on How to be a Better Stepparent

    5 Tips on How to be a Better Stepparent
    Blended families are more common than ever these days.  Blended families are most often comprised of parents who have remarried, and each has children.  According to the National Stepfamily Resource Center, 75% of divorced people…
Rank this Week: 3540