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Court Can’t Decide Mid-Trial Motions to Dismiss in DV Cases Based on Credibility

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Many domestic violence cases, particularly those dealing with allegations of harassment, or borderline cases that may or may not be what is called “domestic contretemps” come down to credibility determinations. Which party is...more

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How to Respond After Being Served in a Family Law Matter

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Your doorbell rings and you open the door only to find a process server or sheriff handing you court papers. You’ve been served. Though there may be many thoughts running through your mind in this moment, it is best to stay...more

Bowditch & Dewey

10 Things to Know About Prenups and Postnups

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Prenuptial and postnuptial agreements may be associated with celebrities and extremely wealthy individuals – but they’re for everyone! In fact, a 2023 poll by Axios/Harris found that over 50% of American adults polled said...more

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Moving Closer and a Child’s Maturation Can Be Changed Circumstances to Modify Custody

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It should come as no surprise that a child’s best interests change over time. That is one of the reasons why, under the law, that custody and parenting time Orders and Agreements are always reviewable and modifiable. However,...more

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Divorcing in the UAE as an Expat: Your Essential Guide for Non-Muslims

Navigating divorce in the UAE as an expatriate can be complex, particularly given the distinct legal frameworks that apply to non-Muslims. The UAE has recently introduced significant reforms through Federal Decree-Law No. 41...more

Pullman & Comley, LLC

Common Questions About the Automatic Orders in Divorce

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When you are going through a divorce, one of the first documents you will review (and if you have not, you should) are the automatic orders that accompany any complaint. ...more

Cozen O'Connor

When Payments Halt Progress: Dispute Resolution Via Parenting Coordination

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Canadian courts encourage parents and guardians to resolve conflict other than through court intervention, but some families still need a neutral decision-maker to move forward. Enter the parenting coordinator, an alternative...more

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Frequently Asked Questions (and Answers) Concerning Maine’s Paid FMLA Law

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As we enter the fourth quarter and await the reveal of the state’s third iteration of revisions to the proposed rules governing the state’s Paid FMLA statute, what are some things all Maine employers (and employers outside of...more

Fox Rothschild LLP

When Parenting Time is 50-50, There Isn’t Usually a Parent of Primary Residence (PPR)

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In the late 1990s when the Child Support Guidelines were drastically changed to account for overnight parenting as well as shared parenting, the terms Parent of Primary Residence (PPR) and Parent of Alternate Residence (PAR)...more

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The UAE Personal Status Law and the Fundamental Elements of a Valid Will

A Will is a crucial legal document specifying how an individual’s assets and property should be distributed upon their death. In the UAE, the creation and registration of a Will, particularly for Muslims, are governed by the...more

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Massachusetts Expands Reasons for Use of Earned Sick Time

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The Massachusetts legislature has expanded the reasons employees can use Massachusetts Earned Sick Time through provisions in a larger bill entitled, “An Act Promoting Access to Midwifery Care and Out-of-Hospital Birth...more

Ius Laboris

Domestic Abuse ‘Safe Leave’ in Northern Ireland

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The Department for the Economy in Northern Ireland has published a public consultation on the framework for the introduction of safe leave for employees experiencing domestic abuse....more

Rivkin Radler LLP

The ‘Driving Discussion’

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This article discusses the sensitive topic of how to know when it’s time to relinquish the car keys once people realize they are no longer able to drive safely. As we age, we may start dreading the eventual “driving...more

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Reconciling Spouses and Retroactive Child Support

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How are child support obligations affected when formerly married couples reconcile numerous times? When do children of the marriage become independent? In a recent case heard by the Supreme Court of British Columbia, the...more

Bowditch & Dewey

Love and Personal Property – Who Keeps the Ring?

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Who keeps the engagement ring when the knot is never tied? A new answer to this age-old question may be coming to Massachusetts as the Supreme Judicial Court considers the case of Johnson v. Settino. The engagement ring at...more

Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP

Preserving Business Value in High-Net-Worth Divorces: The Mutual Benefits of Adopting a Win-Win Approach

Entrepreneurs are incredibly devoted to the success of their business, but even a thriving company may be severely impacted by a high conflict marital divorce. When a couple decides to part ways, the ripple effects can extend...more

Obermayer Rebmann Maxwell & Hippel LLP

Prenuptial Agreement Series (Part 3): What documents will be needed?

A prenuptial agreement, or “prenup”, is a contract or agreement between prospective spouses made in contemplation and advance of marriage. A discussion of the reasons that a person may wish to enter a prenup and the terms...more

DarrowEverett LLP

The Effect of Choice of Law Provisions in Prenuptial Agreements

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When wedding bells are ringing, the last thing most couples want to think about is the possibility of death or divorce. However, for those entering long-term relationships or preparing for marriage, prenuptial agreements can...more

Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP

California enacts mortgage law on co-borrowing with divorces

On September 22, the Governor of California signed AB 3100 into law (the “Act”) which will change the requirements for conventional home mortgage loans in the state. The legislation will require any conventional home mortgage...more

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Can Parents in the UAE Prevent Their Adult Daughter from Getting Married?

In the UAE, marriages are governed by distinct legal frameworks depending on whether the individuals are Muslims under Federal Law No. 28 of 2005 on Personal Status Law or non-Muslims under Federal Decree-Law No. 41/2022 on...more

Conyers

The Benefits of a Cayman Islands Family Office

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It has been said that we are in the middle of a multi-trillion dollar transition of family wealth between generations. In order to facilitate that transition, careful planning and management of family wealth and assets need...more

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Beniffer is benefinished…and didn’t have a prenup!

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Prenuptial agreements are not just for celebrities, but the messiness that follows a celebrity divorce filing often puts prenuptial agreements in the spotlight. Here are five reasons why Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez (J-Lo)...more

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Issues to Consider Before Creating a Silent Trust

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While a silent trust could solve issues for some settlors, this trust arrangement comes with some complexities that must be considered. Additionally, even with the best-laid plans, there is the potential for an inadvertent...more

Foster Swift Collins & Smith

Striving for Fairness – How do Courts Deal with a Couple's Ongoing Financial Obligations During Divorce Proceedings?

During the divorce process, questions regarding finances will inevitably come up: How will our finances work while we’re getting divorced? Who is going to pay the mortgage, credit card, daycare, school tuition? Can I pay my...more

McNees Wallace & Nurick LLC

The Impact of Act 61 - Additional Considerations for Guardians: Guardian Certification and Waiver Petitions

Pennsylvania guardianship rules and processes are subject to significant changes through the enactment of Act 61 of 2023 (Senate Bill 506; PN 843). This legislation, which updates the legal framework surrounding...more

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