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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…
Rank this Week: 3643

California Divorce Lawyer Blog

California Divorce Lawyer Blog

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

http://www.californiadivorcelawyerblog.com/
  • Jan 7

    After 40 Years, Sesame Street Tackles the Issue of Divorce

    After 40 Years, Sesame Street Tackles the Issue of Divorce
    After more than 40 years, Sesame Street has never directly dealt with the issue of divorce and its impact on children. Until now. Sesame Workshop recently launched its "Little Children, Big Challenges" initiative, including an…
  • Feb 8

    Judge Sentences Husband to Take His Wife on a Date

    Judge Sentences Husband to Take His Wife on a Date
    A Florida judge has sentenced a Plantation husband to take his wife on a date for a domestic violence incident that began as a marital spat when he forgot to wish her a happy birthday. As reported in the SunSentinel, Broward County Judge John…
  • Feb 7

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

    Gary Sparks to Return as a Special Guest on the Ronn Owens Program This Week
    For those of you who missed Gary's first appearance on the Ronn Owens Program (on KGO-AM 810) this past September, or those who want to listen in again, he will be returning as Ronn's guest this upcoming Thursday, February 9th, 2012 at 10:00…
Rank this Week: 3270

Back in the Black Hills

Back in the Black Hills

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

http://backintheblackhills.blogspot.com/
  • Jan 4

    ICWA and the SCOTUS

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

    First Amendment, Pastors, and the IRS

    First Amendment, Pastors, and the IRS
    I thought that this story (here and here) was fascinating.  Currently churches can lose their 501(c)(3) status if the pastor endorses candidates, as the church is no longer purely a religious organization.
  • Sep 28

    Right to Counsel for Children

    Right to Counsel for Children
    This link has a report card for each state on a child's right to counsel.  South Dakota only earns a D.  This report card is based on laws actually on the books, not based on how those laws are applied by the Courts. When we look at how the…
Rank this Week: 4431

Brain Injury Attorney Blog

Brain Injury Attorney Blog

Published by Russell Mace & Associates, P.A.

http://www.braininjuryattorneyblog.com/
  • Jan 3

    Myrtle Beach Motorcycle Fatality

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

    Remember Your Turn Signal?

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

    Contempt of Court

    Contempt of Court
    In extreme situations, where a party will not comply with a court order, the Family Court has the authority to bring that party before the court on a charge of contempt. Family Court orders are just that: orders to do something. Therefore,…
Rank this Week: 2419

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: 1241

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…
Rank this Week: 2389

All Things Family Law

All Things Family Law

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

http://www.indianadivorceblog.com/
Rank this Week: 4515

bloody relations

bloody relations

Covers UK family law.

http://bloodyrelations.blogspot.com/
Rank this Week: 2564

Alabama Family Attorney Blog

Alabama Family Attorney Blog

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

http://www.alabamafamilyattorneyblog.com/
  • Dec 20

    Child Custody Visitation Problems During Holiday

    Child Custody Visitation Problems During Holiday
    The period of time between Thanksgiving and Christmas should be filled with happiness and peace in a perfect world. However, when a family has been split apart by divorce, the holidays are often filled with conflict and strife especially…
  • Aug 22

    Learning From High Profile Divorce

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

    Tuscaloosa Paternity Testing Follows National Trend

    Tuscaloosa Paternity Testing Follows National Trend
    Many viewers tune in to watch the Maury Show when the host opens a big envelope in dramatic fashion and reveals the identity of the father of someone's child. Similar drama unfolds at least on a weekly basis in a courtroom with much less…
Rank this Week: 4910

Maryland Divorce Lawyer Blog

Maryland Divorce Lawyer Blog

Covers Maryland divorce, marital property, protective orders and visitation. By Silverman Thompson Slutkin White.

http://www.marylanddivorcelawyerblog.com/
  • Dec 12

    Same Sex Marriage Licenses Issued by Maryland Clerks of Court

    Same Sex Marriage Licenses Issued by Maryland Clerks of Court
    On November 30, 2012 we blogged about the Attorney General’s Opinion on the issuance of same sex marriage licenses and when the clerks could issue same. It appears that the clerks have followed the guidance of his Opinion as the first…
  • Nov 30

    Maryland Attorney General Issues Opinion on When Courts Can Issue Same-Sex Marriage License

    Maryland Attorney General Issues Opinion on When Courts Can Issue Same-Sex Marriage License
    As we explained in our “How to Get Married Guide for Same Sex Couples” blog on November 8, 2012, same sex couples will be permitted to marry in Maryland as of January 1, 2013. However, couples will need to obtain a marriage…
  • Nov 29

    Maryland Opening Domestic Violence Visitation Center

    Maryland Opening Domestic Violence Visitation Center
    Baltimore will soon be the home to a supervised visitation center according to CBS Baltimore’s report on November 27, 2012. The Safe Havens center will allow victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, dating violence or…
Rank this Week: 2689

Songy Law Blog

Songy Law Blog

Covers Mississippi law. By Joseph D. Songy.

http://songylaw.com/lawyers-blog/
  • Dec 5

    Drunk Driving During the Holiday

    Drunk Driving During the Holiday
    The holiday season is a time to be spent with family and friends, celebrating the year past and looking forward to the one about to begin. While this can create a great opportunity for socializing, it can also present a … Continue…
  • Nov 21

    Tips for Making Divorce Easier with Children

    Tips for Making Divorce Easier with Children
    Divorce is a complex matter, no matter how amicable your split with your partner may be. While a couple who is pursuing a no-contest divorce may find divorce to be easier than other couples, they will still have a number … Continue…
  • Nov 12

    Legal Consultation, Attorney Service, and Your Case in Mississippi

    Legal Consultation, Attorney Service, and Your Case in Mississippi
    When you think about professional law related services and consultancy in matters pertaining to divorce settlement, child custody, criminal defense and a host of other areas, you must look for the services of one such company which has got…
Rank this Week: 3949

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: 2935

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…
Rank this Week: 565

DadsDivorce

DadsDivorce

Provides information for men at all stages of divorce.

http://www.dadsdivorce.com/articles
  • Nov 28

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

    Can You Dismiss A Child Custody Case If It Is Not Going In Your Favor?
    Question:My child custody case is going terribly because I can't afford a good divorce lawyer and the cost of litigation has nearly bankrupt me.Is it possible to file for a dismissal of the case until I have enough money to have a good lawyer…
  • Nov 28

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

    My Ex Bought Our Child A Car Without My Consent And I Am Expected To Pay Half
    Question:My divorce decree and parenting plan state that my ex-wife and I share major decision making and we are to share auto expenses.She purchased a car for our child without my consent and after I told her numerous times prior to the…
  • Nov 27

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

    Child Support: Is My Child Emancipated If He Has A Child Of His Own?
    Question:I pay child support to my ex-wife for our 16-year-old son, who recently became a father after he got his girlfriend pregnant.If my son now is supporting a child of his own, does that effect the amount of child support I would pay?…
Rank this Week: 178

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: 2924

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: 951

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: 1115

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: 1003

Indiana Injury and Family Lawyer…

Indiana Injury and Family Lawyer Blog

Covers personal injury, drug recalls, product hazards and family law. By Padove Law.

http://www.indianainjuryandfamilylawyerblog.com/
  • Nov 22

    Indiana Shopping Safety this Holiday Season

    Indiana Shopping Safety this Holiday Season
    Black Friday is a day when retailers try to encourage shoppers to engage in a spending and shopping frenzy. Unfortunately, sometimes shoppers get out of control. In recent years, shoppers have sprayed each other with pepper spray, fired…
  • Nov 19

    Understanding the Risks of Thanksgiving Holiday Travel

    Understanding the Risks of Thanksgiving Holiday Travel
    During the Thanksgiving weekend, many people travel to visit family members. In fact, according to AAA, an estimated 43.6 million Americans will travel 50 miles or more from home over the Thanksgiving period.
  • Nov 15

    Regaining Indiana Child Custody After Drug Conviction

    Regaining Indiana Child Custody After Drug Conviction
    In an eastern Indiana community, outside of Fort Wayne, law enforcement officials have made a series of arrests for possession, manufacturing, sale and distribution of methamphetamine.
Rank this Week: 2301

Tennessee Divorce Attorney Blog

Tennessee Divorce Attorney Blog

Covers divorce, alimony and child support. By the McKellar Law Firm, PLLC.

http://www.tennesseedivorceattorneyblog.com/
Rank this Week: 4043

904 Divorce

904 Divorce

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

http://www.904divorce.com
  • Nov 18

    What to expect at the uncontested divorce final hearing

    What to expect at the uncontested divorce final hearing
    Congratulations!  If you’re reading this, then chances are you worked your case out. I wanted to let you know what to expect at the final hearing. You should have received an email detailing the date, time, and place of the final…
  • Jun 18

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    Video
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  • May 30

    Uncontested Divorce in Jacksonville – 15 step

    Uncontested Divorce in Jacksonville – 15 step
    Uncontested Divorce – The most important factor is attitude!
Rank this Week: 4154

Practical Legal Advice

Practical Legal Advice

Covers consumer and family law issues in Florida. By Carolyn R. Jones.

http://nefloridalawyer.blogspot.com/
  • Nov 16

    Can You file suit for Alienation of Affection in Florida

    Can You file suit for Alienation of Affection in Florida
    Alienation of affection(s) is a legal action, a tort based on willful and malicious interference with marriage relations by a third party. The elements constituting the cause of action are wrongful conduct of the defendant, plaintiff's loss…
  • Nov 15

    At what age does Florida allow children to stay alone?

    At what age does Florida allow children to stay alone?
    Florida does not have a stead fast rule regarding the age that children can stay home alone. Instead the Department of Children's and Families does offer guidance to parents at the criteria they need to consider prior to allowing there…
  • Jul 5

    How Child Support is Determined in Florida

    How Child Support is Determined in Florida
    Child support is a substantial commitment. Under Florida law, child support payments are intended to be used for your child's portion of expenses such as rent, electricity, food, transportation, and his or her hobbies/entertainment. …
Rank this Week: 4014

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: 4073

Virginia Family Law

Virginia Family Law

Covers Virginia family law issues. By Jason A. Weis.

http://www.familylawva.com/
Rank this Week: 3820

Hattiesburg Divorce Lawyer

Hattiesburg Divorce Lawyer

Covers Mississippi divorce and family law. By Timothy J. Evans.

http://www.hattiesburgdivorcelawyer.com
  • Nov 8

    Can You File Bankruptcy While Going Through a Divorce?

    Can You File Bankruptcy While Going Through a Divorce?
    This is a guest post from Andrew Jackson, a financial counselor in Salt Lake City, Utah.
  • Jul 18

    J is for Joint Custody (Part 1)

    J is for Joint Custody (Part 1)
    Joint Custody. You (and I’m including lawyers, judges, and clients in this) either love it or hate it. This will be a two-part post with this part discussing just what joint custody is, and the second part discussing ways joint custody can…
  • May 23

    I is for Income Withholding

    I is for Income Withholding
    I had a law school professor who said that a judgment isn’t even worth the paper it’s printed on; real lawyering starts when you try to collect on a judgment. Luckily, in family law, it’s a little easier to get the money your client is…
Rank this Week: 2209

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: 4127

Tulsa Family Law Blog

Tulsa Family Law Blog

Covers family law and dispute resolution. By the Law Firm of Naylor, Williams & Tracy, Inc.

http://tulsafamilylaw.wordpress.com/
  • Oct 31

    Forced Resignation Serves as Basis For Child Support And Alimony Reduction

    Forced Resignation Serves as Basis For Child Support And Alimony Reduction
    When the boss says “resign or I’ll fire you,” and you resign, is that a good faith reduction in income?  Can you use your change in income to reduce your child support and alimony?  A recent Supreme Court of Oklahoma opinion orders…
  • Oct 31

    Settlement Agreement Prevents Child Support Modification Effort

    Settlement Agreement Prevents Child Support Modification Effort
    The Supreme Court of Oklahoma gives effect to a settlement agreement between divorced parents requiring both parents to agree in writing to any child support modification. The parents in Scungio v. Scungio divorced in 2009.  The couple…
  • Oct 26

    Couple Still Fighting Over House Ten Years After Divorce

    Couple Still Fighting Over House Ten Years After Divorce
    People getting a divorce generally do not make good business partners.  One Oklahoma couple learned this the hard way.  After trying to maximize the return on their marital residence, they ended up back in court ten years later. The…
Rank this Week: 3464

Maine Divorce Law Blog

Maine Divorce Law Blog

Covers all aspects of Maine family law, including divorce, separation, child support, mediation, spousal support, child custody and property rights. From Al Nye.

http://www.mainedivorcelawblog.com/
  • Oct 30

    Discretion by Allison Lotta

    Discretion by Allison Lotta
    Discretion by Allison Lotta Touchstone $25.00 hardcover, 321 pages, 978-1-4516-4484-5 (2012)  
  • Oct 15

    Patriots choke against Seattle

    Patriots choke against Seattle
    The Patriots blew a 13 point lead in the 4th quarter against the Seahawks and lost 24-23. This, unfortunately, seemed to be the Patriots of old. Think about last season. How did the Pats lose games? The offense sputtered and seemed…
  • Oct 5

    Taken 2 has arrived

    Taken 2 has arrived
    Taken 2 has just hit the theaters and my daughter Ali wants to see it bad. I enjoyed the first one too and will wait until she gets home from college at Thanksgiving so we can see it together. Anyone else out there waiting to see Laim Neeson…
Rank this Week: 1820

Burdick's Blog

Burdick's Blog

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

http://alabamaattorney.weebly.com/burdicks-blog.html
  • Oct 30

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

    Consult the Constitution...but only if you have to.
    Too frequently our courts allow the administration of justice to get in the way of, and prevent justice. Our laws and our rules of procedure are designed to ensure that justice is done. However, they are frequently used and applied to another…
  • Aug 2

    Is DHR helping you?

    Is DHR helping you?
    Is DHR helping you collect child support?
  • May 29

    Unintended consequence of TC v. Mac. M 

    Unintended consequence of TC v. Mac. M 
    Last week's Alabama Supreme Court decision, T.C. v. Mac. M. and Mar. M. may carry with it a very dangerous side-effect. The court undertook to determine appellate jurisdiction of Juvenile Court matters in lite of recent changes to the Code of…
Rank this Week: 4987

Divorce Done Differently

Divorce Done Differently

Information and advice on dealing with divorce in a cordial and humane way. By the Family Law Center.

http://www.familylawcenter.us
  • Oct 21

    Community Property Interest In A Separate Spouses’ Residence

    Community Property Interest In A Separate Spouses’ Residence
    When couples marry they often bring to the marriage separate assets they had before marriage.  One of the most common assets is a residence.  When the couple now married makes payments on the separate asset of one spouse from earnings the…
  • Oct 16

    Student Loans and Divorce

    Student Loans and Divorce
      When a couple divorces, the court looks at the best way to divide both party’s debts as well as their assets. Just as there are community and individual assets, there can be community and individual (separate) debts. For example, if one…
  • Aug 21

    What is spousal support (Alimony)? How much Spousal support will I have to pay or receive?

    What is spousal support (Alimony)? How much Spousal support will I have to pay or receive?
    Spousal support is the term used for alimony in California. Alimony is money that one spouse pays to the other to help support them until they can support themselves at the standard of living they had during the marriage.
Rank this Week: 4469

Georgia Divorce And Family Law

Georgia Divorce And Family Law

Covers Georgia family and divorce law issues. By Kitchens, New & Cleghorn, LLC.

http://gadivorcelitigators.com/GA-Divorce-Law
  • Oct 16

    Understanding Georgia No-Fault Divorce Law

    Understanding Georgia No-Fault Divorce Law
    If you are considering a divorce in Georgia, you probably have some substantial reasons for doing so. However, you might also have heard of something called a “No-Fault Divorce”, which is provided for under Georgia law. A practiced…
  • Oct 11

    How to File for Divorce in GA

    How to File for Divorce in GA
    It sounds like a very simple question, but it is one of the most frequent questions Georgia divorce attorneys hear: how do you file for divorce in Georgia? Before we get to the answer, it’s important to know that if you are considering this…
  • Oct 6

    Protect Your Finances During a Georgia Divorce

    Protect Your Finances During a Georgia Divorce
    Divorce is a very difficult time for your finances, and an experienced divorce attorney can assist you with a range of issues relating to your financial future. One of the most common threats to your finances during divorce is that of unpaid…
Rank this Week: 3461

Family Law Update

Family Law Update

Covers California family law. By Kring & Chung Attorneys LLP.

http://www.kcfamilylawupdate.com/
  • Oct 8

    Wage Garnishment and Domestic Support Orders: Know Your Rights and Responsibilitie

    Wage Garnishment and Domestic Support Orders: Know Your Rights and Responsibilitie
    The two most common types of support orders in family law are for child support and spousal support. A child support order, for example, specifies a certain amount of money to be paid per month for the support of a child. In a bad economy,…
  • Aug 22

    Guideline Child Support in California

    Guideline Child Support in California
    By: Hoang-Anh Zapien When parties with children begin the divorce process, the first question they usually have is, “How much do I have to pay?” or “How much will I get?” in child support. In the state of California, the term…
  • Apr 5

    Evidence in a Divorce and/or Custody Hearing

    Evidence in a Divorce and/or Custody Hearing
    Many hearings in the family court involve supplying the court with evidence as to your claims. Only relevant and competent evidence can be received and considered by the court. Not every scrap of paper accumulated is going to be…
Rank this Week: 4999

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: 1616

Maine Divorce Law Blog

Maine Divorce Law Blog

Covers Maine family law, including divorce, separation, child support, mediation, spousal support, child custody and property rights. By Alan R. Nye.

http://www.mainedivorcelawblog.com/
  • Oct 1

    What is going

    What is going
    What is going on with the Gay Marriage Vote in Maine? It's coming up again for a vote this year and I've yet to see any opposing television commercials like in past votes? Have the opponents run out of money or has the time come for this…
  • May 19

    Thumbtack.com

    Thumbtack.com
    Can you ever have too many sites promoting your services?Experienced Legal Help
  • Feb 4

    Married Lawyers Divorcing and both hate their job

    Married Lawyers Divorcing and both hate their job
    According to this article in the ABA Journal, two married lawyers who both hate practicing law are fighting in their divorce over is which one should work at a legal job to pay both of their student loans. Naturally, neither wants to do…
Rank this Week: 3033

Boca Raton Divorce Lawyer Blog

Boca Raton Divorce Lawyer Blog

Published By Alan Robert Burton, Attorney at Law

http://www.bocaratondivorcelawyerblog.com/
  • Sep 22

    Don't move without permission!

    Don't move without permission!
    Moving from the state of Florida with minor children without permission can have serious consequences. The rules for relocation from the state of Florida are found in Florida Statutes 61.13001.
  • Sep 22

    Divorce and children, and what is important to them

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

    Child support is a serious busine

    Child support is a serious busine
    Paying child support in a timely fashion is important; not only is it important to the well being of your children, it is also important to your continuing freedom. Although the Florida Constitution prohibits one from being imprisoned for a…
Rank this Week: 3468

Norwalk Divorce and Personal…

Norwalk Divorce and Personal Injury Blog

Covers Connecticut family law. By Chalumeau Law Group, LLC.

http://www.chalumeaulawgroup.com/blog/
  • Sep 18

    Three Signs Divorce Mediation Is Not For You

    Three Signs Divorce Mediation Is Not For You
    Divorce Mediation is not a one size fits all solution to every divorce. Litigants often approach mediation not as a true alternative to litigation, but a prerequisite to traditional litigation.
  • May 9

    Connecticut Uncontested Divorce Documents Checklist

    Connecticut Uncontested Divorce Documents Checklist
      In Connecticut, once you and your spouse have reached an agreement that provides for the allocation of your assets, distribution of your debts, and for the custody and support of your child(ren), you may request that the court schedule an…
  • Apr 20

    Divorce in Connecticut: The Case Management Date

    Divorce in Connecticut: The Case Management Date
    If you are in the process of filing, or have just been served with a divorce complaint in Connecticut, you may find yourself inundated with documents which contain language that might as well be written in a foreign language. However, it is…
Rank this Week: 5092

Michigan Divorce Lawyers Blog

Michigan Divorce Lawyers Blog

Covers family law, divorce, and custody issues in Michigan. By Serafini, Michalowski, Derkacz & Associates P.C.

http://www.michigandivorcelawyersblog.com/
  • Sep 17

    Domestic Violence and Divorce

    Domestic Violence and Divorce
    Some times, when a relationship is starting to crumble, emotions can run high. Certainly, there is never an excuse to justify committing an act of domestic violence on a spouse or a boyfriend/girlfriend. However, sometimes, situations arise…
  • Sep 4

    Divorce Filing Strategy

    Divorce Filing Strategy
    Clients often ask me if it is important for them to file for divorce first. There are a few advantages which I will discuss, but generally speaking, since Michigan is a No Fault divorce state, it doesn't matter who files first. Either party…
  • Aug 22

    Does Moving Out of the Marital Home Mean You Are Abandoning the Home?

    Does Moving Out of the Marital Home Mean You Are Abandoning the Home?
    In short, the answer to this often answered question is no. When a relationship gets to the point of divorce, there are many reasons one of the parties considers moving out of the marital home. Certainly, if you decide to file for divorce…
Rank this Week: 4948

Louisiana Divorce Law Blog

Louisiana Divorce Law Blog

Covers Louisiana divorce law.

http://www.beaumontdivorce.com/divorce-blog/
  • Sep 16

    Common Sense Conclusions about Child Custody in Louisiana

    Common Sense Conclusions about Child Custody in Louisiana
    In the state of Louisiana, there are a few different laws which govern how a court will determine where a child should end up if his or her parents get divorced.  Despite the fact that there is more than one source of authority on this…
  • Jul 14

    Common Pitfalls in Trying to Get Divorced in Louisiana

    Common Pitfalls in Trying to Get Divorced in Louisiana
    While practicing family law here in Louisiana, I have dealt literally with dozens upon dozens upon dozens of family law cases.  Over the course of my career, there are a number of different pitfalls, snafus, and other mistakes which people…
  • Jul 14

    Things to Consider Before Getting Divorced

    Things to Consider Before Getting Divorced
    Some psychologists and therapists believe that a divorce from one’s spouse is one of the top ten most stressful things that one can go through in the life.
Rank this Week: 4759

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: 3890

DowdsLaw

DowdsLaw

Family law blog focused on business owner issues. By Nathaniel R. Dowds.

http://dowdslaw.com/
  • Aug 28

    Dividing Business in Divorce – Pereira and Van Camp

    Dividing Business in Divorce – Pereira and Van Camp
    Dividing Business in Divorce – Pereira and Van CampThis posting is a follow-up to the earlier discussion of valuation of a business owned prior to marriage.  Dividing business in divorce is complicated; I strongly recommend reading the…
  • Aug 14

    Marriage and Divorce in California: Placing Value on a Business’s Goodwill

    Marriage and Divorce in California: Placing Value on a Business’s Goodwill
    Marriage and Divorce in California: Placing Value on a Business’s GoodwillThis post is a follow-up to a basic overview on how a business is valued in the event of divorce. Find it here. How to Value Goodwill
  • Aug 9

    Marriage & Divorce in California: Valuation of a Business Owned Prior to Marriage

    Marriage & Divorce in California: Valuation of a Business Owned Prior to Marriage
    Marriage & Divorce in California: Valuation of a Business Owned Prior to MarriageThis post will discuss the effects of marriage and divorce on a business owned prior to marriage.  A discussion of the effects on a business started during a…
Rank this Week: 5161

San Antonio Lawyer Blog

San Antonio Lawyer Blog

Covers San Antonio juvenile and family law. By the Law Office of Kenneth Eric Baker.

http://www.sanantoniolawyer-blog.com/
Rank this Week: 4578

Blog of Steven N. Cole, LLC

Blog of Steven N. Cole, LLC

Covers Arizona family law.

http://www.azdivorceattorney.net/blog/
  • Aug 25

    Making Your Divorce Easier

    Making Your Divorce Easier
    Going through the divorce process is an emotional, stressful time in a person’s life, which is even made even more difficult when the divorce is a “bad” one.  According to one counselor and mental health consultant, Diana Dodson,…
  • Aug 21

    Fears of Divorce May Be Keeping Young Couples From Marriage

    Fears of Divorce May Be Keeping Young Couples From Marriage
    In the United States today, the percentage of married adults has reached an all time low.  Researchers form the University of Central Oklahoma and Cornell University conducted a study, which was published in the December 2011 issue of Family…
  • Aug 18

    Pregnant Man Files for Divorce

    Pregnant Man Files for Divorce
    Arizona is a state that does not allow same-sex marriage.  What happens when a man who was born as a woman, but had a sex change, though he still has female reproductive organs, marries, moves to Arizona, and then decides he wants to divorce…
Rank this Week: 4725

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: 3959

Divorce & Family Law Blog

Divorce & Family Law Blog

Offers advice for people dealing with divorce, legal separation and child custody issues. By Patrick Markey, P.C.

http://www.markeylaw.com/blog/
  • Aug 24

    Major changes may be coming to Illinois Family Law

    Major changes may be coming to Illinois Family Law
    In 2008 a committee was established pursuant to a House resolution back by Speaker Michael Madigan rewrite the entire divorce act taking into account all teh changes that have happened since it was enacted in 1977.   Here are a few of the…
  • Mar 24

    Working well with your lawyer and being a good client

    Working well with your lawyer and being a good client
  • Nov 22

    You can now search for unclaimed child support in Cook County

    You can now search for unclaimed child support in Cook County
    The Cook County Clerk’s office is holding 6 million dollars in unclaimed child support.  It appears fairly easy to find out of you have any unclaimed child support.  Can’t hurt to just put your name in if you ever received child…
Rank this Week: 5098

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: 3351