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Evidence in Divorce and Custody Cases

“It didn’t happen if there isn’t a document to prove it.” This proposition is a little bit like “possession is nine tenths of the law.” It sounds good and frequently applies, but it isn’t as absolute as it sounds. In...more

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Child Support in Ohio: Key Factors in Child Support Calculations – Part 2

One of the most common questions posed by parents of minor children who are separated – or who are about to separate – is the following: what is child support and how much can I expect to pay or receive in child support from...more

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Understanding Interim Financial Relief

When parties separate in anticipation of divorce, there are several key financial considerations that must be addressed at the outset. Who’s staying in the residence? Who’s paying support to whom, what, if anything, do we do...more

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No, Courts Cannot Just Adopt A Court Appointed Expert’s Opinion Without a Cross Examination

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The Rules of Court clearly allow a Family Part Judge to appoint their own expert on any issues, whether custody or economic issues, in order to aid the court in making a decision on an issue before the Court. The Court rule...more

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Summer is Over, Time to Look at Your Child Custody and Support Orders

Summer is over and we will all be back to the school year grind next week. This means schedule changes, new things to buy, lunches, transportation issues, etc. which can all be difficult to coordinate. For blended families...more

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Yes, Parties Can Agree to Waive the Change of Circumstances Standard

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Typically, in order to modify support or custody/parenting time provisions in an agreement or judgment/order, the party seeking a modification must show a substantial and continuing change of circumstances. Given the goal of...more

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Child Support in Ohio: Understanding What It Is and How It’s Calculated – Part 1

One of the most common questions posed by parents of minor children who are separated—or who are about to separate—is: What is child support, and how much can I expect to pay or receive in child support from my co-parent?...more

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I Guess Going From 50-50 to No Overnights for 19 Months Is a Change of Circumstances

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Since the Child Support Guidelines were amended in the late 90s, the number of overnights with each parent factored in to the child support calculus for cases within the Guidelines. In general, the more overnights meant less...more

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Apples to Oranges – Pendente Lite Support vs. Support After Trial

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One of the universal themes in divorce matters is that the court is supposed to try to maintain the status quo while the case is pending. In many cases where there is barely enough money to go around to support an intact...more

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The rise of co-parenting applications

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Co-parenting applications are becoming increasingly popular in divorce or family law matters where there are children. In cases where these matters are not resolved amicably, or where there are continued disagreements, more...more

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Legal Lingo for your Support Matter

As lawyers, we essentially learn how to speak a completely different language that sounds like gibberish to the average person. While we always make an effort to keep you informed and explain all aspects of your case, there...more

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Modifying a Parenting Plan in Washington: A 30,000-Foot View

You have a child with another person—either an ex-partner, ex-spouse, or someone with whom you never actually had a romantic relationship. You’ve gone through the court system and agreed upon or litigated a final parenting...more

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Eight Essential Tax Insights For Arizona Residents Who Are Navigating Divorce

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Divorce and legal separation can entail more than just emotional and legal complexities. They can also involve navigating intricate and complex tax implications. There are eight key considerations to consider relative to...more

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Top 5 Divorce and Custody Myths

Whether it is from TV shows, movies, or stories from friends, people who are unacquainted with the divorce and custody process often come to initial consultations with attorneys with certain expectations that are, well, based...more

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Pennsylvania Supreme Court Establishes Landmark Rule on Third-Party Child Support in Caldwell v. Jaurigue

On May 31, 2024, the Pennsylvania Supreme Court issued a landmark decision that established a bright line rule in third-party child support matters in the case Caldwell v. Jaurigue. The decision sets a significant precedent...more

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Pa. Supreme Court Essentially Rejects Third Party Child Support Based On Custody.

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In March 2012 Joe Caldwell and Jacqui Spencer have a child. Seventeen months later Jacqui and the toddler move in with Philip Jaurigue. For the next several years the child lives primarily with Jacqui and Phil. Then Jacqui...more

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Maryland Court Decision Addresses Fate of Pre-Embryos in Divorce

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After years of painful setbacks, Jocelyn and Joshua successfully produced three viable pre-embryos (fertilized eggs not yet implanted in the womb) through in vitro fertilization (IVF)....more

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Navigating the Realm of Children's Expenses When Seeking Child Support: A Comprehensive Guide

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​​​​​​​Raising children is perhaps one of the most rewarding, yet financially demanding, journeys. From infancy to adulthood (and sometimes thereafter), parents face a multitude of expenses that evolve as their children grow....more

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Do Divorced Parents Have To Pay For Our Children’s College Education?

It depends... If you reside in Pennsylvania, there is no legal obligation to pay for college as any support obligation ends when your child turns 18 or graduates high school, whichever is last to occur....more

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Seven Myths about Getting Divorced in Arizona

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We often see family law clients who have misconceptions about divorces. These misconceptions impact their decision-making. We are going to debunk common myths about divorce in Arizona to provide clarity and empower...more

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How to Prepare for Your Divorce Consult

So, you have decided to pursue a divorce and you’ve chosen an attorney who you want to meet with. What do you do next? Your first consultation with a divorce attorney usually involves an explanation of your legal options, an...more

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Superior Court Finds Income is Income Until it Isn’t

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For time immemorial Pennsylvania’s appellate law has held that people who have children have a duty to deploy their resources to see that those children are adequately support. Child support is a “priority” obligation. “The...more

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Oregon DOJ Ramps up Child Support Reporting Requirements for Payments to Independent Contractors

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Many companies with independent contractors working in Oregon recently received correspondence from the Oregon Department of Justice’s Division of Child Support (“Division”) reminding them of new reporting obligations with...more

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Struggling to Manage the Unmanageable Adult Child?

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One does not expect to see an article about individual mental illness and efforts to manage it on the front page of the Wall Street Journal. But these are extraordinary times in the sense that we are seeing lots of families...more

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Income Disclosure in Divorce: Support Calculations & Discovery

In divorce proceedings, both parties are obligated to transparently disclose their assets, debts, and income. Although the law mandates truthful reporting of earnings to the court, some individuals choose to deceive by...more

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