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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…

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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…

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Lumberton Lawyer Blog

Published by Bowen & Berry, PLLC

http://www.lumbertonlawyerblog.com/

Apr 8
Prosecutor Now Defends Criminal Cases in Robeson County North Carolina

Prosecutor Now Defends Criminal Cases in Robeson County North Carolina

Woodberry "Woody" Bowen now defends criminal cases where once he prosecuted for twelve years. In Robeson County North Carolina Bowen was on the prosecutorial staff of Joe Freeman Britt, the Guinness Book of Records "Deadliest DA". Joe had…
Mar 25
North Carolina Still Recognizes Alienation of Affections Court Claim

North Carolina Still Recognizes Alienation of Affections Court Claim

The Lumberton North Carolina Courts provide a good forum for Alienation of Affection cases. NC is only one a a handful of remaining states which allow an action against a third party for wrecking a marriage. The claim is called allienation…
Mar 23
Slandered Red Springs NC Shopper Wins Record Jury Verdict

Slandered Red Springs NC Shopper Wins Record Jury Verdict

I was not long out of the DA's office from a position as a state prosecutor. Fresh back in private practice those decades ago, no big cases were lining up at the door just yet. So I had to make the most of what I had. A young mechanic…

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Knot Too Late

Covers family law. By Keith Orenstein.

http://knottoolate.blogspot.com/

Mar 30
Orders of Protection Against Domestic Violence

Orders of Protection Against Domestic Violence

Domestic violence, sometimes called battering, relationship abuse, or intimate partner violence, is a pattern of behavior used to establish power and control over another person through fear and intimidation, often including the threat or use…
Mar 21
Enhanced Earning Capacity

Enhanced Earning Capacity

Most divorces in New York involve the division of what is called “marital property.” Marital property includes all of the assets acquired by a couple after their marriage and before one of them files for divorce.
Feb 14
Child Custody in New York

Child Custody in New York

In New York, there are two parts to child custody. One part is the right and responsibility to make major decisions for a child (legal custody). The other part relates to where a child will live (residential or physical custody).

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Georgia Prenuptial and Postnuptial…

Georgia Prenuptial and Postnuptial Agreements Blog

Covers Prenuptial Agreements, Postnuptial Agreements and Reconciliation Agreements in Georgia. By Stephen Worrall.

http://www.gaprenuptial.com/

Mar 1
Marietta Family Law Attorney Ponders: Can a Postnuptial Agreement Save Your Marriage?

Marietta Family Law Attorney Ponders: Can a Postnuptial Agreement Save Your Marriage?

Think “prenuptial agreement” and you think “I love you!”, right? Perhaps not!
Aug 1
5 Myths About Premarital Agreement

5 Myths About Premarital Agreement

California attorney and mediator Diana Mercer has published an excellent article (reprinted below) on a number of myths about prenuptial agreements.
Feb 13
Protect your assets with a prenuptial agreement

Protect your assets with a prenuptial agreement

Traditional marriage vows are increasingly being revised to delete the words "till death do us part." Since almost half of all marriages end in divorce, many people who have children from a prior marriage or desire to protect assets such as…

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Frisco Family Lawyers

Covers Texas divorce and family law. By Biederman & Burleson, PLLC.

http://www.friscofamilylawyers.com/

Jan 31
Frisco Texas Divorce Lawyer | Plano Family Attorney | Texas Divorce Help

Frisco Texas Divorce Lawyer | Plano Family Attorney | Texas Divorce Help

Frisco Divorce Lawyer Plano Divorce Lawyer Collin County Family Attorney
Jan 31
What is an Uncontested Divorce?

What is an Uncontested Divorce?

In Texas, there is Uncontested Divorce, Contested Divorce, and Divorce by Publication. We handle all three types of divorce. Uncontested Divorce tends to be the quickest, least expensive, and least complicated way to divorce in Texas. To…
Jan 31
How Long Does it Take to Finalize a Divorce in Collin County?

How Long Does it Take to Finalize a Divorce in Collin County?

In Collin County, Texas it takes a minimum of 60 days to finalize a divorce. Texas law requires that the couple wait 60 days after the date the divorce petition is filed to finalize the divorce.

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Los Angeles Divorce Lawyer Blog

Covers Los Angeles divorce, chid custody and property division issues. By The Law Office of Mitchell A. Jacobs.

http://www.losangelesdivorcelawyer-blog.com/

Jan 28
Father's rights critical to boys' development following Los Angeles divorce

Father's rights critical to boys' development following Los Angeles divorce

The New York Times is reporting that sons of divorce could have a more difficult time coping than daughters.
Jan 26
Pressley's legal and tax problems highlight common challenges in Los Angeles divorce case

Pressley's legal and tax problems highlight common challenges in Los Angeles divorce case

The National Ledger reports actress Jamie Pressley could be on her way to ending her short-term marriage in California even as authorities seek $637,000 in state and federal taxes.
Jan 17
Adult children must cope constructively with divorce in Los Angele

Adult children must cope constructively with divorce in Los Angele

Reuters News had an interesting report this week on the impact divorce has on adult children.

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The Idaho Business Law Blog

Covers family law, business and bankruptcy law topics. By the Idaho Business Law Group.

http://idahobizlaw.blogspot.com/

Dec 16
10 Holiday Tips for Divorced or Separated Parent

10 Holiday Tips for Divorced or Separated Parent

Holidays and special occasions can be emotionally draining when you are sharing custody of your children.
Nov 22
Diminishing the Uncertainty of Divorce

Diminishing the Uncertainty of Divorce

Since each judge (and every case) is different and brings with him or her a different perspective and life experience, and the judge often has to apply competing principles of law to the complicated lives of diverse individuals, family law is…
Sep 8
Corporate Drama: Piercing the Corporate Veil

Corporate Drama: Piercing the Corporate Veil

So a little while back you decided to start a company. You were excited and ready to take on the world. In these formative moments everyone told you, “You need to incorporate to make sure blood sucking plaintiff’s lawyers can’t get your…

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Child Custody Blog

Covers child custody, divorce, and family law matters.

http://www.childcustodycoach.com/blog

Nov 27
Disability and Child Custody - Are Disabled Parent’s Handicapped in Family Court?

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

Parent’s with a disability have been rightfully concerned about whether their disability can effect child custody and visitation. Many states still remain silent on this issue or do not have adequate laws to protect disabled parents in…
Nov 26
What Age Can a Child Decide Which Parent to Live With?

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

“At what age can a child decide which parent to live with?” This is one of the most frequently asked questions among parents involved in a child custody and visitation situation. It would seem that the answer would be a simple one…
Jul 31
The Coaching Commons Article on The Custody Coach™ by Mark Joyella

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

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

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Family Law Child Custody Divorce…

Family Law Child Custody Divorce Blog

Covers Michigan family law and child custody cases.

http://familylawchildcustodydivorce.wordpress.com

Nov 25
Cyberstalking in Illinois: Old Game, New Rules.

Cyberstalking in Illinois: Old Game, New Rules.

With the permission of the Illinois Family Law Gazette, a website about Illinois divorce, child custody, child support, and family law, I have republished the below article about cyberstalking in Illinois. It is below:
Oct 6
Gov. Quin backs Illinois Civil Union

Gov. Quin backs Illinois Civil Union

The Associated Press is reporting that Gov. Pat Quinn says Illinois could legalize civil unions before the end of 2010.
Mar 29
Illinois family law, divorce and child custody information

Illinois family law, divorce and child custody information

The Family Law Gazette has some interesting information about Illinois family law, divorce, and child custody. The Family Law Gazette seems like it is a productive way for people involved in family law, divorce, or child custody cases to…

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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?

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The Polar Digress

Covers feminism in Alaska, Alaskan and general family law policy, child and parent-raising, and the meaning of life.

http://thepolardigress.blogspot.com/

Nov 17
HuffPo's Divorce Section:

HuffPo's Divorce Section:

HuffPo's Divorce Section: No Room for Reason on Domestic Violence?
Mar 31
2 Boy

2 Boy

2 Boys Found Dead; Mom Rips the Courts - March 31, 2009 - Illinois(Excerpts from the Chicago Tribune article:)
Dec 15
Mad Magazine's "Clueless"

Mad Magazine's "Clueless"

Mad Magazine's "Clueless" Game

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Georgia Collaborative Divorce and…

Georgia Collaborative Divorce and Family Law Blog

Covers collaborative divorce and family law issues in Georgia. By Stephen Worrell.

http://www.gacollaborativelaw.com/

Nov 15
Collaborative Divorce Practice: A Summary in Bullet Points From a Marietta Collaborative Divorce Lawyer

Collaborative Divorce Practice: A Summary in Bullet Points From a Marietta Collaborative Divorce Lawyer

As a Marietta and Atlanta Georgia collaborative divorce lawyer, I often need to explain succinctly the features and benefits of collaborative divorce versus mediation or litigation. The following is a quick, bullet-point summary of those…
Sep 17
5 Tips for Getting out of an Impasse

5 Tips for Getting out of an Impasse

Sometimes, no matter how hard you try, it seems like you reach a dead end with your spouse on an issue in a Collaborative Law case. It happened while you were together, and it shouldn't be surprising that it still happens after you split up.…
Sep 8
Program aims for peaceful divorce

Program aims for peaceful divorce

The "collaborative law" process tries to get all parties to work together to reach agreement. Few words in modern parlance carry uglier connotations than "divorce." Yearslong court battles. Fights over division of property. Never-ending…

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Divorce in Wisconsin

Covers divorce and family law issues in Wisconsin. By Lakeland Law Firm.

http://divorceinwisconsin.blogspot.com/

Nov 14
Waukesha County Specific Rule Change

Waukesha County Specific Rule Change

Normally, I try to make blog postings Wisconsin specific, not county specific. However, there has been a rule change in Waukesha County that will effect anyone paying or receiving child support under a Waukesha County order. If your child…
Sep 16
Recommended Read

Recommended Read

For anyone looking for information about the impact divorce or legal separation on children of various ages, I recommend a book by Marc J. Ackerman titled Does Wednesday Mean Mom's House or Dad's? (ISBN 978-0-470-12753-7). Less than 250…
Jan 31
Non-Divorce

Non-Divorce

With this recession has come a variety of articles about the non-divorce or roommate living arrangement between spouses. Whatever you call it, staying together because you cannot afford to live in two households can work. However, there are…

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The Child Support Web

Offers news and views on child support and child support enforcement.

http://www.childsupportweb.com/index.php

Jun 11
Seizing Gambling Winnings to Pay Child Support

Seizing Gambling Winnings to Pay Child Support

The Louisiana House of Representatives has voted to approve a bill allowing casinos to withhold winnings to pay child support debts.
Jun 10
Hunger Strike to Protest Child Support Law

Hunger Strike to Protest Child Support Law

Jailed Utah man has not eaten since May 14. He says the family law system is "a cartoon written by a 3-year-old."
Jun 9
Who Would Have Thought? Children are Expensive

Who Would Have Thought? Children are Expensive

The USDA estimates that a middle-class family will spend $222,360 to raise a child born in 2009 to age 18

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Divorce Manual

Looks at the British Family Justice System which encourages reform through Collaborative Law and legislation. By Natasha Phillips.

http://divorcemanual.blogspot.com/

May 28
Multiple Cybernality Disorder

Multiple Cybernality Disorder

It sounds silly, but give it time. People like me may not be well – we collect stuff on the web; from dating sites, to forums, social media groups, entire libraries of reading material for every occasion and finally, personal blogs. I…
May 21
LoreCast

LoreCast

LoreCast for the week ending Friday 21st May.
May 12
Relationships Scotland

Relationships Scotland

Relationships Scotland is an organisation offering support to families through mediums such as mediation and counselling and their aim is to reach out to families who are looking for help. They are also in the running to win a website…

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Real Divorce Mediation

By Debra Synovec.

http://www.wholemediation.com/rdmblog/

May 15
Curiosity Is Everything

Curiosity Is Everything

John Medina points out in Brain Rules that curiosity is everything. Curious mind. Cpen mind. Responsive mind. All three advance your divorce settlement conversations.
May 2
How Many Mediators Does It Take?

How Many Mediators Does It Take?

The 17th Annual Dispute Resolution Conference, an outstanding event sponsored by the Washington Law School Foundation ,the
Apr 25
Mediation Is Better Process for Divorce

Mediation Is Better Process for Divorce

Last Thursday I had the opportunity to hear Gloria Steinem, author and activist, famous for the Women’s Liberation Movement, speak at a fundraising luncheon for the YWCA. She spoke in part about how empowerment starts with the least…

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Seattle & Tacoma Family Law Blog

Explores family law issues in Washington State and throughout the United States. By Clement Law Center.

http://seattlefamilylawblog.blogspot.com/

Mar 22
Domestic Violence - A Modern Plague

Domestic Violence - A Modern Plague

The Federal Way News ran two articles about murder and mania in our fair city, both cases showing graphically how difficult it is to control domestic violence, even of the most brutal and open kind. In this blog post, we'll look at these two…
Mar 22
Domestic Violence

Domestic Violence

What would you do if a friend of yours started confiding in you about terrible living conditions at home? She starts out by telling you that she feels horribly misused. Her husband treats her like a servant, and controls all of the family…
Mar 16
The Ten Commandments of Child Support

The Ten Commandments of Child Support

You're a responsible, loving, divorced parent. Your children are in the primary custody of your ex spouse. You work hard and pay your child support. One day you open your mail and you get an unexpected love letter from the State Division of…

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Sam Hasler's Indiana Divorce &…

Sam Hasler's Indiana Divorce & Family Law Blog

Covers child custody, child support and divorce.

http://haslerlaw2.blogspot.com/

Mar 21
For Those Using Free Forms From The Internet

For Those Using Free Forms From The Internet

Be careful of what you get. I have said this before but not quite as well as Wiggin & Nourie, P.A. does with its Is LegalZoom Legal?
Mar 20
Prenuptial Agreements Are Good For Family Businesse

Prenuptial Agreements Are Good For Family Businesse

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

Why Estate Planning?

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

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Corpus Christi Divorce Lawyer

Covers Texas divorce law. By Kelly Koch.

http://corpuschristidivorcelawyer.wordpress.com

Dec 22
Pre Divorce Mediation in the Coastal Bend

Pre Divorce Mediation in the Coastal Bend

PRE-DIVORCE MEDIATION Saturday, November 21, 2009 at 11:06AM Articles on the problems relating to divorce brought to you by The Law Practice of Kelly Koch In these tough economic times, where people are trying to save money and want to have…
Dec 17
Corpus Christi Texas Child Support Attorney

Corpus Christi Texas Child Support Attorney

An Experienced Corpus Christi Texas Divorce Attorney on Your Side Kelly Koch has been a divorce attorney since 1989. Her extensive experience allows her to address clients’ needs. Our firm will guide you through the divorce process.…
Dec 17
Corpus Christi Texas Child Support Attorney

Corpus Christi Texas Child Support Attorney

An Experienced Corpus Christi Texas Divorce Attorney on Your Side Kelly Koch has been a divorce attorney since 1989. Her extensive experience allows her to address clients’ needs. Our firm will guide you through the divorce process. Child…

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Family Law Practice

Discusses collaboration, mediation and a reasoned approach to divorce. By Steven Green.

http://masscollaborativelaw.wordpress.com

Oct 27
Paternity

Paternity

I am a father. There is no denying it. There is no getting away from it. It defines who I am. I am a Daddy! In fact, I have been a daddy longer than I have been anything else. OK, yes, I have been alive longer than I have been a daddy…I…
Oct 1
Can I Move My Children Out-of-State?

Can I Move My Children Out-of-State?

I was watching one of the new seasons television shows the other night. “Lie to Me” is one of those fast paced, science based, programs that I find irresistible. I also have a hard time leaving my work at the office. Why? Seems that the…
Aug 25
Stepparent Right

Stepparent Right

Until Massachusetts passed a new law this year, even though stepparents may provide emotional and financial support to their stepchildren, they had no legal rights with regard to them. They were not able to authorize medical, dental, or…

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Surrogacy Lawyer

Covers assisted reproduction law and family formation issues, including surrogacy, egg donation, embryo donation and sperm donation. By Stephanie Caballero.

http://paste-copy.blogspot.com/

Jan 9
First UK Baby Born Free of Cancer Gene

First UK Baby Born Free of Cancer Gene

While this has been done in the United States, the first baby was born in the UK free of the breast cancer gene, BRCA1, which would have meant that the baby girl had an 80 percent chance of contracting breast cancer. I know this is a…
Jan 9
Assisted Reproduction and Autism

Assisted Reproduction and Autism

Itâ€™s only speculation now that environmental factors, including assisted reproduction technologies, have contributed to the high increase in the number of children diagnosed with Autism. Education and awareness of Austin have been key…
Dec 29
Economic Turmoil Fuels India's Fertility Busine

Economic Turmoil Fuels India's Fertility Busine

I recently posted about how patients are canceling their IVF appointments for surrogacy and egg donation in India because of the recent terrorist attacks in Mumbai, but apparently that has not stopped the booming industry in India. In fact,…

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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…

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Knight on Family Law

Covers divorce and family law in Tennessee. By Stephen C. Knight.

http://knightonfamilylaw.com

Dec 4
Family Law Search Engine

Family Law Search Engine
May 30
Evaluating the Valuator

Evaluating the Valuator
May 19
Negotiation: Lying or Puffing

Negotiation: Lying or Puffing

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Ottawa Divorce Blog

Covers family law, child custody, child & spousal support, and property division. By Jeffrey Behrendt.

http://www.ottawadivorce.com/blog

Jun 21
The End of No-Fault Divorce? The Leskun Case

The End of No-Fault Divorce? The Leskun Case

The Supreme Court released the Leskun decision today: http://www.scc-csc.gc.ca/judgments/2006scc025.htm At issue was the interplay between fault and spousal support. Ms Leskun argued that support should not be reduced as, 8 years after the…
Apr 26
Unwed Fathers’ Rights and Responsibilitie

Unwed Fathers’ Rights and Responsibilitie

In her comments on my post about the so-called Roe v. Wade case for men, Jenny raises a number of interesting questions about what rights and responsibilities an unwed father in Canada has in regards to his unborn children when he is no…
Apr 2
Non-Recurring Income

Non-Recurring Income

Most people involved in a family law case in Canada know that the amount of spousal support or child support that must be paid is based on income. However, income for family law purposes is not the same as income for income tax purposes. The…

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