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Lasher Holzapfel Sperry & Ebberson PLLC

Timing Your Prenuptial Agreement in Washington

Prenuptial agreements are touchy subjects. Sometimes they can be perfectly fair and fine contracts between soon-to-be spouses. Other times they can grossly favor one spouse over the other. In a previous blog post, I...more

Lasher Holzapfel Sperry & Ebberson PLLC

Is a Collaborative Divorce Right for You?

In 1990, attorney Stuart Webb inadvertently pioneered a new process for divorce aimed to minimize conflict and to resolve matters collaboratively and expeditously. Webb practiced family law and introduced a novel idea: he...more

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Hierarchy In Family Court And The Process To Appeal

How can a family court decision be appealed? Although it is easy to obtain information regarding family laws in the UAE, people are generally unaware about the procedural aspects of the family court process. In this...more

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Proving Alienation of Affection: What Evidence Do You Need?

Alienation of affection is a unique and emotionally charged legal claim. It allows a spouse to hold a third party civilly liable for intentionally interfering in a marriage, resulting in the loss of love, affection, and...more

Pullman & Comley, LLC

The Go-to Guide for Social Media Use During Divorce

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In today’s hyper-connected world, social media is an integral part of many people’s daily life — so much so that we often take it for granted. It’s where we share milestones, vent frustrations, and document even the most...more

Esquire Deposition Solutions, LLC

Appellate Court Affirms $10K Sanction for Refusal to Turn on Webcam

California courts take seriously their rules against gamesmanship in pretrial discovery – as one lawyer recently learned. A stiff sanction, nearly $10,000, was the price he paid for refusing to turn on his laptop’s webcam,...more

Jaburg Wilk

Divorce Fees: When Your Spouse Might Have to Pay

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Wondering who pays attorney fees in a divorce? Family law attorney Sarah Hansen breaks down when your spouse might be responsible for your legal costs. From income differences to bad behavior during litigation, there are...more

Offit Kurman

Challenging a Custody Decision in South Carolina: Understanding the Family Court Appeals Process

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The final judgment of your family court case was rendered; you are very dissatisfied and feel that somehow this decision was wrong. What recourse do you have to right this wrong? Filing an appeal is a tactic that can be used...more

Dentons

By Order Of The Court, You Must See Me!

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Highly contested child custody cases are hard on everyone. The children's routines change. The parents lose the ability to see their children 24/7. None of it is pleasant. But can parents make it worse? Absolutely!...more

Stark & Stark

How to Present Your Story in Divorce Court: Evidence Strategies

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Divorce and family law proceedings can be emotionally charged and legally complex, particularly when disputes arise over issues such as property division, child custody, spousal support, or allegations of misconduct....more

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Divorce Dramatics: Dial it Down

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Many clients dream of a low-conflict divorce. And for good reason—a peaceful separation benefits everyone involved: the spouses, the children, and even their finances. But what happens when one spouse uses the divorce process...more

Stange Law Firm, PC

What to know before a court date

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A court date in a divorce or family law matter is an important event. Those without a legal background often do not know what can happen or what to expect. Most individuals have lots of questions before a court date....more

Amundsen Davis LLC

Why Family Law Attorneys Should Consult With a Defamation Attorney

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Contentious divorces often involve years-long battles over child custody, asset division, and spousal support. False claims of infidelity, domestic violence, child abuse, or financial misconduct are unfortunately common in...more

Fox Rothschild LLP

Alimony Terminated for Cohabitation Without a Hearing Because Recipient Refused to Cooperate with Discovery About Her Finances

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We have written a lot about termination of alimony based upon cohabitation, both before the 2014 Amendment to the alimony statute making it easier, and after the Supreme Court’s decision in the Cardali case. Typically,...more

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Decision to Forgo Interview of Special Needs Child in Custody Determination Affirmed

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Under the New Jersey Court Rules, a trial judge presiding over a custody hearing is free to conduct an in-camera interview with the children whose custody is at issue, whether on the judge’s own accord or upon a party’s...more

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[Webinar] Litigating Parental Alienation Claims: Strategies, Investigation, Obtaining Evidence, Role of Experts, Intervention -...

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This CLE webinar will discuss the issue of allegations of supposed "parental alienation" and offer guidance for handling a case involving such allegations in court. The panel will discuss the term "parental alienation," why...more

Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP

The Intersection of Business in Marital Divorce Cases: Business Issues That Often Arise in Family Law Proceedings 

When divorcing couples hold ownership interests in private companies as part of their marital estate, they will have to address a number of business issues related to these interests in their divorce settlement. Planning...more

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How to Avoid a Pyrrhic Victory in Family Court

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Victory at any cost can sometimes be more damaging than defeat itself. This principle is embodied in the concept of a Pyrrhic victory—where a victory inflicts such a devastating toll on the victor that it is tantamount to...more

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Can the Family Business be Divided in Divorce Proceedings?

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In Bermuda, it is not uncommon for divorcing couples to own a business together. The couple may be equal partners in the business, bringing different skills. One person might be the inspiration behind the business or the...more

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The Who, What, Why of a Family Law Paralegal

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Do you know the name of your family law paralegal? Although you may not immediately think of a paralegal when you hire an attorney, your paralegal should become a trusted companion as you navigate your family law case....more

Kohrman Jackson & Krantz LLP

Best Practices for Attending a Hearing via Zoom

Over the last couple years, the courts have updated their practices regarding hearings and pretrials. Most of domestic relations courts are utilizing virtual hearings, whether that is for a pre-trial, settlement conference or...more

Fox Rothschild LLP

Whataboutism – It isn’t Just For Politics Anymore

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So you are in court or maybe on a conference with a judge and you make a factual statement about the other side. Maybe it is about some less than stellar conduct of the other party. Maybe it is about a violation of an Order....more

Pullman & Comley, LLC

Our Virtual Reality: Facing the Constitutional Dimensions of Virtual Family Court

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Fear and danger, not words we want associated with our judicial processes, are two words punctuating recent articles detailing the unintended consequences and attendant uncertainty accompanying virtual court. The New York...more

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COVID-19 and Virtual Mediations

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The COVID-19 pandemic has made family law attorneys value technology to better serve their clients’ needs. In-person mediations are not always an option, but virtual mediations with video conferencing are the best tool to...more

Goulston & Storrs PC

Probate & Fiduciary Litigation Newsletter – December 2019

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The Probate & Fiduciary Litigation Newsletter compiles recent Trust & Estate cases. Our lawyers are at the forefront of this area of the law, shaping how it is handled in the Probate and Family Court. Goulston & Storrs is the...more

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