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Pullman & Comley, LLC

Post Divorce Estate-Planning To-Do List

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When your divorce proceedings have concluded and judgment has entered, it is important to remember that there is a post-divorce to-do list. In addition to ensuring that you are in compliance with all obligations included in...more

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How Social Media Can Impact Domestic Violence Cases: Dos and Don’ts

Last Updated on June 10, 2026 Before you hit “share post,” always consider this: anything you post on social media can be used in court. Even the smallest digital footprint can shape how a judge sees your story....more

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Florida Appeals Court Decisions Week of June 1 - 5, 2026

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U.S. Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals - Shaikh v. Fox News - frivolous claims lacking subject matter jurisdiction - USA v. Niksich - foreign bank accounts, Eighth Amendment challenge - Lil Joe Records v. Won -...more

Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP

CA, MD, VA Force Lenders' Hand on Divorce-Triggered Mortgage Assumptions

A coast-to-coast trend is taking shape: three states have now stripped conventional mortgage lenders of discretion to deny assumptions when divorcing co-borrowers want to keep the family home at the existing rate and...more

Pullman & Comley, LLC

Why are Appellate Deadlines So Important? They Can Make or Break Your Case

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Missing an appellate deadline can permanently close the door on your right to challenge an unfavorable court ruling — no matter how strong your legal arguments may be. ...more

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The “I Love You Will” Trap: How Washington Estate Tax Can Cost Families Thousands

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It is the most natural estate plan anyone can think of. You sit down with your spouse and agree: “If I go first, you get everything. When you go, the kids split what is left.” It’s simple, it’s fair, and it reflects your...more

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Mind the Gap: Naming an “In-Between” Guardian for Your Minor Children

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Even the best estate plans can leave an unintended gap. For parents of minor children, that gap may arise between a parent’s death or incapacity and the court’s formal appointment of a guardian....more

Cohen Seglias Pallas Greenhall & Furman PC

8 Simple Rules: Evidence in Family Law

In New Jersey, just as in all our courts, we have specific rules on what evidence can be introduced in cases. Oftentimes, in Family Law cases, these rules get overlooked, both by judges and attorneys. The rules are made in...more

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Divorce Lawyer in Dubai: The Complete Guide for UAE Residents (Married Couples)

The process of divorce can be akin to the act of replacing the engine of a vehicle that is already in motion; it is challenging, emotional, and full of steps you didn't plan for. This easy-to-read guide will help you and your...more

Stange Law Firm, PC

What the prenuptial agreement process can say about a relationship

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Many people think of a prenuptial agreement as something negative. They assume it means one or both people are planning for divorce before the marriage even begins. In reality, the opposite is often true....more

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Proskauer Secures Unanimous Victory at the New York Court of Appeals on Behalf of Three Legal Services Organizations

In a unanimous decision, the New York Court of Appeals struck down regulations that would have created a new state-run system for parents to place their children with strangers. The Court held that the “Host Homes” program...more

Cohen Seglias Pallas Greenhall & Furman PC

Appellate Division Strengthens Prevention of Domestic Violence Act

In a published opinion last week, the Appellate Division further strengthened the Prevention of Domestic Violence Act (PDVA) and reaffirmed the Act’s core purpose of assuring victims of domestic violence “maximum protection...more

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Bridging the Generational Divide: The Strategic Role of Empathy in Family Trust

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In the high-stakes arena of trust and estate mediations, disputes often masquerade as cold financial disagreements over an investment decision, asset valuation, or fiduciary accounting....more

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Missouri’s new pregnancy divorce law raises difficult questions for courts

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A Major Change to Missouri Divorce Law - Missouri recently passed legislation allowing courts to grant divorces while a spouse is pregnant. Historically, Missouri courts generally would not finalize a divorce until after...more

Chambliss, Bahner & Stophel, P.C.

Who Are the Key Players in Special Needs Planning?

Special needs planning requires a team of various professionals, such as attorneys, financial planners, trustees, and care managers. These experts help families address the legal, financial, and daily care needs of people...more

Stark & Stark

Inside the Room Where It Happens: How New Jersey Judges Interview Children - and Why It May Decide Everything

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Child custody disputes are among the most emotionally charged matters handled in New Jersey family courts. In recent years, New Jersey lawmakers have revisited the framework courts use when determining custody and parenting...more

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Rewriting the Child's Custody Norms in the UAE

The UAE’s legal landscape for personal status law is going through a considerable transformation with the passage of Federal Decree Law No. 41 of 2024, which took effect on 15 April 2025, superseding the previous Federal...more

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Supreme Court of Canada Recognizes New Tort of Intimate Partner Violence in Landmark Family Violence Decision

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The Supreme Court of Canada has significantly expanded the legal framework surrounding family violence. In its landmark decision in Ahluwalia v. Ahluwalia, the Court formally recognized a new tort of intimate partner...more

Chambliss, Bahner & Stophel, P.C.

Family Caregivers in the U.S. Divided by Gender, Birth Order

Family caregiving duties often fall unfairly on daughters or the geographically closest adult child, regardless of the desire for equal sharing. As family caregiving grows more complex, siblings need to collaborate,...more

Holland & Knight LLP

Podcast - Anatomía de un protocolo de familia

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Los protocolos de familia son mucho más que un documento: Son una herramienta preventiva y estratégica para orientar la relación entre la familia y su empresa, anticiparse a tensiones y proteger el legado a largo plazo. Edwin...more

Lerch, Early & Brewer

Yours. Mine. Ours? Understanding Marital vs. Non-Marital Property in Divorce

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In order to obtain a divorce, either via a negotiated settlement agreement, or through the court process, all marital property must be distributed between the parties. This necessary task begs the question: What is...more

Stange Law Firm, PC

The use of artificial intelligence in divorce and family law matters

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Artificial intelligence is rapidly changing many industries, and family law is no exception. From helping people organize information to assisting with communication and scheduling, AI tools can provide real benefits for...more

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Florida Appeals Court Decisions Week of May 11 - 15, 2026

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U.S. Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals - Quinn v. Ga Sec of State - elections, voter rolls, standing- Florida Supreme Court - Tallahassee - Knight v. State - capital case, postconviction relief-...more

Chambliss, Bahner & Stophel, P.C.

How Does Divorce Impact Estate Planning in Tennessee?

The dissolution of a marriage is not only a significant life event emotionally — it also has a substantial impact on an estate plan. While there may be a sense of relief once a final decree is entered, important steps remain...more

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The Role of Forensic Accounting and Business Valuations in Complex Divorce Cases

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Divorce proceedings involving significant or complex assets are rarely straightforward. Beyond the emotional and legal dimensions, these cases often hinge on a clear and defensible understanding of financial reality. When...more

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