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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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‘Break Up’ To ‘Pay Up’

The UAE law states that after a divorce, the father is obligated to provide child support for his children, under both Muslim law and non-Muslim law. Similarly, the husband may be ordered by the court to make payments to the...more

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Thinking About Divorce? Here's How to Prepare

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We commonly think of divorce as a legal process that ends a marriage and restructures the legal responsibilities between spouses. However, it is also a major emotional and financial transition....more

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How Much Will My Divorce Cost?

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How much will your divorce cost? Family law attorney Larry Hirsch breaks down the #1 factor driving divorce expenses. Whether it’s parenting time, furniture, or even candlesticks, the real cost often depends on how well you...more

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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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Changes Under the New Personal Status Law Part 3: Financial Rights

A new federal law regarding personal status has been issued by the UAE government on the 1st of October 2024 and which will come into effect on the 15th of April, 2025. Federal Decree Law No. 41 Of 2024 on the Issuance of the...more

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Family Law Navigator: Adultery’s Impact on Divorce in South Carolina

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Adultery can have various impacts on a divorce case in South Carolina. Here are some ways adultery might affect a divorce: Grounds for Divorce: In S.C., adultery is a ground for divorce, meaning it can be cited as the reason...more

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What’s a motion to compel in family law litigation?

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Divorce and family law litigation can be gut-wrenching. When a judge makes decisions for a family regarding child custody, child support, spousal maintenance, and property division, it can be overwhelming for many....more

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D.C. Passes New Law Authorizing Divorces with NO Waiting Period and Expanding Relief Available to Spouses

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While many of us were struggling to keep recent New Year’s resolutions going, new laws went into effect on January 26, 2024 that altered the landscape of divorce in the District of Columbia....more

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What is a non-contested hearing in divorce and family law matters?

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Most parties going through a divorce or family law matter understand what a trial encompasses. A trial in a divorce or family law matter is a contested hearing. At the contested hearing, witnesses are called, and evidence is...more

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What Are Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law?

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Most understand that a court enters a judgment after a contested divorce or family law matter results in a trial. In the judgment, the court enters a ruling in terms of the result of the case. The case outcome binds the...more

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What Is A Business Records Affidavit?

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Business records can be vital to divorce or family law matters. Business records can become important in various ways. Business records could comprise of many types: employment, medical, school, investment, retirement,...more

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Procedural Versus Substantive Motions in Family Court

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In a divorce or family law matter, various kinds of motions are usually filed as part of a case. Those who are going through a divorce are often confused about the nature of these motions. Confusion can also take place as to...more

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Do Both Parties Have to Agree to a Modification?

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After a divorce or paternity matter ends, one or both parties may want to somehow modify the judgment. In a general sense, modifications occur in cases of child custody, child support, spousal support, or alimony. However,...more

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Crossing State Lines: How a Move Could Affect Your Future Divorce and Custody Proceedings

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The jurisdiction in which divorce proceedings take place can have a significant impact on child and spousal support, custody arrangements and other key aspects of marital dissolution. That is why anyone who is divorcing or...more

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The Right Way To Get An Above-The-Guidelines Child Support Award, Counsel Fees And Argue For Imputation

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The new unpublished case of Nabbie v. O’Connor is a good review of above-the-guidelines child support, income imputation and counsel fees. Child support guidelines are only applicable for the total support award when parents...more

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Family Law Triage When Courts Are Closed. Play safe. Be Smart.

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If you are watching the news you have some impression of what New Orleans must have been like in the hours before Hurricane Katrina hit. The Coronavirus storm is hitting New York City and the lower counties with a fury. The...more

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How Much Does a Divorce Cost in Arizona?

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Frequently people ask me, “How much does it cost to get divorced?” My unsatisfying answer: it depends. Typically, the only fixed and required costs of divorce are the court filing fees. However, many people need professional...more

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Can Family Court Order You Not To Post On Facebook?

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Are you among the 68% of U.S. adults who, according to the Pew Research Center, use Facebook?  Social media can do more harm than good, especially if you are involved in a legal dispute, family-related or otherwise.  Posts on...more

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Split Decisions Common After Divorce Trial

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Most parties want to settle their divorce amicably outside of court without a trial. For various reasons, some parties cannot reach a decision on every aspect of their divorce. Some parties might not even be able to reach an...more

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How is Child Support and Alimony Determined in Arizona?

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When divorcing couples have minor children, frequently the amount of child support is an issue in the divorce. In Arizona, child support can be estimated using the Arizona Child Support guidelines. The courts provide a free...more

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Do I Need a Lawyer to Get a Divorce in Arizona?

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In Arizona, a large percentage of divorces proceed without either party hiring a lawyer. As Arizona is a no-fault divorce state, couples do not need a specific reason to file for divorce – it is sufficient that the parties...more

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2016 Legislative Changes to Virginia Family Law

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The 2016 Virginia General Assembly enacted several changes to statutes relating to family law in the Commonwealth. Those changes are effective July 1, 2016 and include the following...more

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