Marriage

Are the Family Courts Becoming Hostile Toward Women?

by Law Offices of Marlo Van Oorschot, APLC on 4/22/2013

From a historical standpoint, women have been the stay-at-home moms; the underemployed or unemployed spouse in a marriage; and the lesser paid sex in the workforce (the latter is still largely true). These realities – the...more

Knowing Your Options: Legal Separation vs. Divorce

by Law Offices of Adrian H. Altshuler &... on 4/19/2013

In Tennessee, couples have two options: divorce or legal separation. Which option is best? The decision between divorce and legal separation depends on your personal situation....more

What You Can Do with a Prenuptial Agreement

by Boyer, Dawson & St. Pierre on 4/16/2013

While the words prenuptial agreement can kill that pre-marriage romance, a prenup is smart financial planning. It is perhaps better thought of as a safety belt — when you ride in a car you don’t expect to get into an...more

Your Divorce May be Tax Deductible – At Least Parts of It

by Law Office of Steven M. Bishop on 4/3/2013

Many couples hesitate to end their marriage for a variety of reasons – most of which are financial. So it may come as a surprise to couples who have reached the conclusion that it is time to end their marriage that they may...more

The Mediated Prenuptial Agreement: A Happy Beginning

by Law Offices of Marlo Van Oorschot, APLC on 4/2/2013

When we think of a wedding, we typically think about a joyous time - not about lawyers, meetings and arguments. Yet for many people, their wedding does involve these elements because they have chosen to enter a “prenuptial...more

I Do Again: Legal And Financial Considerations Of Remarriage

by Bryan L. Salamone and Associates P.C. on 4/2/2013

After divorce, finding someone new is a common goal – but actually tying the knot again is not. According to SmartMoney.com, fewer than half of divorced women and slightly more than half of divorced men are remarried –...more

Out Of Wedlock But Not Out Of Rights

by The Byrd Law Firm, P.A. on 4/1/2013

The 2010 U.S. census shows that roughly 41 percent of children born in the United States are born out of wedlock. It may be completely obvious that you are the father of your child. However, if the child was born out of...more

Analysis of Oral Arguments in the Two Same-Sex Marriage Cases Before the Supreme Court [Video]

by LXBN on 3/29/2013

Earlier this week, the Supreme Court heard oral arguments on two same-sex marriage cases. The issue at hand is likely the biggest one to go before the Supreme Court this year and a landmark case in our nation’s history....more

Same-Sex Marriage Cases: Are Your Benefit Plans Prepared?

by Christine Hawkins, Dipa N. Sudra | Davis Wright Tremaine LLP on 3/29/2013

News articles, social media, protests, and lunchroom conversation were all dedicated to the two cases before the U.S. Supreme Court this week. Hollingsworth v. Perry and Windsor v. United States could potentially transform...more

Your Child’s Marriage and Rewriting Your Will

by Michele Bowman | Lawyers.com on 2/18/2013

If Valentine’s Day results in the announcement of an engagement for one of your children, lawyers say it’s time to start thinking about how your own legal affairs are structured. And while you’re at it, you may need to...more

Common Law Marriage is NOT so Common.

by Matthew Thompson on 1/14/2013

Common Law Marriage, when it was abolished in MS, and when they are still recognized by the State....more

Estate Planning: Lessons Learned From Hugh Hefner's Third Marriage

by Evan Guthrie Law Firm on 1/7/2013

Estate Planning: Lessons Learned From Hugh Hefner's Third Marriage Hugh Hefner and girlfriend Crystal Harris got married for a third time on New Years Eve 2012. Hugh Hefner is best known for his Playboy empire And Harris is...more

Did You Know? The Effect of Marriage and Divorce on Your Will

by The Valkovich Law Firm, PLLC on 11/12/2012

Marriage and divorce change more than just your family circumstances; they can impact your estate planning and perhaps even the validity of certain portions of your Last Will and Testament. Do you know the effect of marriage...more

Can You Have a Marriage of Convenience in Provincial Nominee Applications?

by Reis Pagtakhan on 8/20/2012

Under immigration law, Canadian citizens or permanent residents who marry or enter into a common-law relationships with someone outside of the country must prove their relationship is genuine and was not entered primarily for...more

Termination of Employee Based on her Marriage to an Undocumented Alien Does Not Violate VII

by Mintz Levin - Employment, Labor & Benefits on 5/30/2012

In 2011, the United States Supreme Court held in Thompson v. North American Stainless that an employer may violate Title VII by retaliating against an employee who is related to a worker engaged in conduct protected by Title...more

Chasing the Dream: Sorting Fact and Myth Is Biggest Obstacle to Immigration Reform

by Cox Smith on 5/25/2012

Originally published in ABA JOURNAL - May 2012. Consensus doesn't seem to have a place in policy discussions about the state of the U.S. immigration system. But there is, at least, widespread agreement that the system...more

Green Card thru marriage — consequences of separation or divorce

by NPZ Law Group, P.C. (f/k/a Nachman &... on 4/23/2012

Spouses of US citizens (USCs) and legal permanent residents (LPRs) (commonly referred to as “green card holders”) are entitled to seek permanent residence in most cases....more

Hope Your Marriage is – Happy, Healthy & Terrific

by Rowley Chapman & Barney, Ltd. on 1/16/2012

Well, here we go again, another article from the divorce attorney about what to do to keep your marriage healthy, happy and terrific. After 25 years of working with people whose marriages have failed, here are some tips to...more

Living together survival guide

by elizabeth saunders on 1/2/2012

This article explains the potential legal pitfalls facing couples who live together and how to protect assets in the event of separation....more

Legal Alert: Illinois Civil Union Law Impacts Employers

by FordHarrison on 7/8/2011

The Illinois Religious Freedom Protection and Civil Union Act (Public Act 096-1513), which took effect June 1, 2011, provides civil union partners in Illinois all of the legal rights and obligations to which opposite-sex...more

Becoming Civilized: Civil Unions in Illinois

by Nancy Chausow Shafer on 1/5/2011

Discussion of the new Illinois law establishing Civil Unions. While this new legal status is welcomed by many, there are many unanswered questions about how the law will be implemented and what it will mean for opposite or...more

Milliaband Marriage

by Yvette Rooke on 10/10/2010

Milliband Marriage...more

National Marriage Project Cohabitation, Marriage and Child Wellbeing

by Howard Recht on 12/12/2008

Report by the National Marriage Project concerning the effects of marriage on the wellbeing of children....more

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Are the Family Courts Becoming Hostile Toward Women?

Knowing Your Options: Legal Separation vs. Divorce

What You Can Do with a Prenuptial Agreement

Your Divorce May be Tax Deductible – At Least Parts of It

The Mediated Prenuptial Agreement: A Happy Beginning

I Do Again: Legal And Financial Considerations Of Remarriage

Out Of Wedlock But Not Out Of Rights

Analysis of Oral Arguments in the Two Same-Sex Marriage Cases Before the Supreme Court [Video]

Same-Sex Marriage Cases: Are Your Benefit Plans Prepared?

Your Child’s Marriage and Rewriting Your Will

Common Law Marriage is NOT so Common.

Estate Planning: Lessons Learned From Hugh Hefner's Third Marriage

Did You Know? The Effect of Marriage and Divorce on Your Will

Can You Have a Marriage of Convenience in Provincial Nominee Applications?

Termination of Employee Based on her Marriage to an Undocumented Alien Does Not Violate VII

Chasing the Dream: Sorting Fact and Myth Is Biggest Obstacle to Immigration Reform

Green Card thru marriage — consequences of separation or divorce

Hope Your Marriage is – Happy, Healthy & Terrific

Living together survival guide

Legal Alert: Illinois Civil Union Law Impacts Employers

Becoming Civilized: Civil Unions in Illinois

Milliaband Marriage

National Marriage Project Cohabitation, Marriage and Child Wellbeing

Analysis of Oral Arguments in the Two Same-Sex Marriage Cases Before the Supreme Court [Video]

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