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Sign Or Your Kids Disappear Forever: Why Divorce Custody Threats Are Legal Fiction

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Anatomy of a panic attack: When your ex plays custody hostage negotiator - Sheer panic. That's what I see in the eyes of clients who first sit across from me after their spouse has filed for divorce, changed the locks on...more

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By Order Of The Court, You Must See Me!

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Highly contested child custody cases are hard on everyone. The children's routines change. The parents lose the ability to see their children 24/7. None of it is pleasant. But can parents make it worse? Absolutely!...more

Stark & Stark

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

Dentons

Divorce Dramatics: Dial it Down

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Many clients dream of a low-conflict divorce. And for good reason—a peaceful separation benefits everyone involved: the spouses, the children, and even their finances. But what happens when one spouse uses the divorce process...more

Stange Law Firm, PC

What to know before a court date

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A court date in a divorce or family law matter is an important event. Those without a legal background often do not know what can happen or what to expect. Most individuals have lots of questions before a court date....more

Amundsen Davis LLC

Why Family Law Attorneys Should Consult With a Defamation Attorney

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Contentious divorces often involve years-long battles over child custody, asset division, and spousal support. False claims of infidelity, domestic violence, child abuse, or financial misconduct are unfortunately common in...more

Offit Kurman

We Are Going to Trial! How Your Divorce Lawyer Will Prepare You for Court.

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Going to court can be a stressful and emotionally charged experience. Your divorce lawyer will play an important role in preparing you for court, ensuring that you understand the legal proceedings, and helping you present...more

Fox Rothschild LLP

Alimony Terminated for Cohabitation Without a Hearing Because Recipient Refused to Cooperate with Discovery About Her Finances

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We have written a lot about termination of alimony based upon cohabitation, both before the 2014 Amendment to the alimony statute making it easier, and after the Supreme Court’s decision in the Cardali case. Typically,...more

IR Global

Divorce ‘not on cards’ for Sean Dunne and Gayle Killilea

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The international fraud case Coan et al. v. Dunne et al. emerged when Sean Dunne transferred hundreds of millions of euros to his ex-wife, Gayle Killilea, characterizing these transfers as gifts motivated by love and...more

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Decision to Forgo Interview of Special Needs Child in Custody Determination Affirmed

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Under the New Jersey Court Rules, a trial judge presiding over a custody hearing is free to conduct an in-camera interview with the children whose custody is at issue, whether on the judge’s own accord or upon a party’s...more

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Yes, A Court can Enjoin a Party From Pursuing Litigation in Another Jurisdiction

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Sometimes people do what is called forum shopping and file a law suit in another jurisdiction, if not another country, because they believe that the laws will be more favorable to them. Sometimes they even file someplace else...more

Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP

The Intersection of Business in Marital Divorce Cases: Business Issues That Often Arise in Family Law Proceedings 

When divorcing couples hold ownership interests in private companies as part of their marital estate, they will have to address a number of business issues related to these interests in their divorce settlement. Planning...more

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What Kind of Papers Does a Process Server Serve?

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A process server is integral to initiating court cases in the legal system. But what is a process server, exactly? In simplest terms, the process server must ensure the timely and lawful delivery of court documents to...more

Jaburg Wilk

How to Win in Divorce by Letting Go

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The common dynamics of failed relationships often make it difficult to think clearly and make good decisions, especially in the early stages of divorce. While my education and training has been focused on the legal and...more

Conyers

Can the Family Business be Divided in Divorce Proceedings?

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In Bermuda, it is not uncommon for divorcing couples to own a business together. The couple may be equal partners in the business, bringing different skills. One person might be the inspiration behind the business or the...more

McManis Faulkner

The Who, What, Why of a Family Law Paralegal

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Do you know the name of your family law paralegal? Although you may not immediately think of a paralegal when you hire an attorney, your paralegal should become a trusted companion as you navigate your family law case....more

Miles Mediation & Arbitration

Create Your Own Solution: Seven Compelling Reasons to Mediate Your Family Law Case

Today, lawyers are turning to mediation more frequently than ever before. Mediation offers a number of benefits, including the opportunity for parties to be heard; a chance to save time and money and avoid the costs of...more

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How a chronology can help your lawyer

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A divorce or family lawyer’s job is to help their client in a competent, communicative and diligent manner. However, the more the lawyer knows, the better most lawyers are going to be able to help. A lawyer needs to be...more

Farrell Fritz, P.C.

Episode 015: Confessions of a Business Appraiser: A Conversation with Chris Mercer

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In this episode of the Business Divorce Roundtable, Chris Mercer, one of the country’s leading business appraisers as well as a prolific author and frequent lecturer, shares what he calls “Confessions of a Reluctant Expert...more

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