Cohabitee rights plan criticised Nov 7, 2009
Marilyn Stowe, partner at a family law firm in Harrogate, is among lawyers who believe the proposals are a mistake. "There is a fundamental difference between people who are married and not married," she said. (BBC News -- UK)
Activists rally to OK gay nuptials Nov 5, 2009
All the government should do is register these relationships and thus allow the body of law known as family law to be in place. Leigh wrote on Nov 4, 2009 10:34 AM:People choose to get married because it is the ultimate commitment you can make to someone you love. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Veterans and women suffer as money dries up Nov 5, 2009
War veterans claiming pensions, grandparents locked in family law battles and indigenous women escaping domestic violence were missing out on funding for legal battles, he said ... Under a state-federal arrangement, the Federal Government is to provide finance for cases involving federal law, such as family law, federal criminal law, and social security and veterans affairs matters. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Steve Martin, Alec Baldwin to co-host Oscars Nov 4, 2009
Criminal defense, personal injury and family law. Call me today. (Yahoo News)
Update sought for alimony criteria in Massachusetts Nov 3, 2009
Many local legislators and family law attorneys agree time has come to update the state's alimony system, which they say allows judges little leeway to set a limit on the duration of spousal support payments ... Several family law attorneys saw flaws in the House bill. (Allston Brighton TAB, MA)
Honoring the judiciary Nov 3, 2009
His court, held on Monday and Tuesday, primarily handles the financial aspects of family law. DeMelo said he works to balance each situation in child support proceedings so neither parent feels like they are being dragged to court because of their wallet. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Extramarital affair is alleged in Moores divorce ... Nov 1, 2009
You have more assets to go through and need forensic accountants to figure out how to divide it, said Lisa Zonder, a local family law attorney who is not involved in either the Dodgers or Padres cases. The Dodgers case has played out in recent days on the front page of the Los Angeles Times. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Obituaries in the news Oct 31, 2009
LOS ANGELES (AP) - Michelle Triola Marvin whose landmark lawsuit against her former lover, "Dirty Dozen" actor Lee Marvin, placed the word "palimony" into the family law lexicon and changed the legal rights of unmarried cohabiting partners, died Friday at age 76 ... Mitchelson said that the day Marvin won the right to walk into court and file suit was the day American marriage and family law changed forever. (Anchorage Daily News)
Where to turn for help Oct 31, 2009
Legal Aid Society, Santa Clara County, Family Law Section: 408-998-5200. Next Door, Solutions to Domestic Violence, Legal Aid: 408-501-7542 (Spanish: 408-501-7549). (Palo Alto Online, CA)
'Palimony' figure Michelle Triola Marvin dies Oct 31, 2009
Michelle Triola Marvin whose landmark lawsuit against her former lover, "Dirty Dozen" actor Lee Marvin, placed the word "palimony" into the family law lexicon and changed the legal rights of unmarried cohabiting partners, died Friday at age 76 ... He would later say that the day she won the right to walk into court and file suit was the day American marriage and family law changed forever. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
* Sport Briefs Oct 30, 2009
Scott Altman, a family law professor at the University of Southern California in Los Angeles, said if Jamie McCourt were to convince the judge that a 2004 marital property agreement that gave ownership of the team to her husband is not valid, either because she was misled or did not understand the agreement, the court can order a sale of the Major League Baseball franchise. SOCCER Player charged with assault. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
How to Get a Quick Divorce in Flori... Oct 29, 2009
In addition to the divorce petition, each party must file a Family Law Financial Affidavit that discloses the party's monthly income and expenses ... On the date of the hearing, both parties must appear before the family law judge. (Suite101.com)
Henry Troutman Jr., 86, lawyer, addiction specialist, retailer Oct 28, 2009
The late Henry Battey Troutman Sr., founded the Atlanta family law firm, Troutman-Sams, Schroder, Lockerman. Today, due to a 1972 merger, it's known as Troutman-Sanders. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Choose the Best Divorce Attorney fo... Oct 28, 2009
Anyone who is considering divorce should, ideally, get the names of three divorce or family law attorneys and choose the best one. Here are some sources for referrals. (Suite101.com)
Full Story » Oct 28, 2009
We specialize in family law, divorce, elder law, bankruptcy, real estate and more. Free initial consultation. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Lawyers recognize pro bono week Oct 27, 2009
Lawyers in each of the state s 42 judicial circuits will participate in events like conducting free legal clinics offering advice and counsel in areas such as elder and family law; discussing with community and civic groups the critical need for the Legislature to provide a continuous stream of funding for legal services, and recruiting additional lawyers to volunteer to provide pro bono service. Attorneys who are members of the volunteer lawyers program in Escambia County are Jernigan, Everette... (Brewton Standard, AL)
Court candidates separated by experience Oct 26, 2009
While she has never served as a judge, Capanna said 17 years of private practice family law experience has equipped her with the tools to know how decisions can impact both families and communities. With most newly elected state Supreme Court judges serving in family and civil courts, Capanna said she is fully prepared to take the next step in her career. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Field of six in running for 4 legislature seats Oct 24, 2009
DePuy, 53, a registered Democrat from Palenville, is an attorney working in family law and hopes to bring her experience to solve problems at the county level. Her motivation for running legislator in 2006, she said, involved a botched county Department of Social Services investigation which resulted in an infant s death, which could have been prevented. (Catskill Daily Mail, NY)
Law firms pay new hires to work for public good Oct 23, 2009
Get legal advice on bankruptcy, family law and related areas at Norman and Bulington, P.A. You are entitled to receive effective solutions to restore your peace of mind. Serving Tampa, FL.. (Yahoo News)
LaBravia Jenkins has the best skills in town Oct 23, 2009
I am a concerned voter and family law attorney who practiced in the city and county courts as a litigator for 15 years. I am now at home with my son, doing part-time law work. (Fredericksburg.com, VA)
Kenneth P. Griswold Oct 21, 2009
He maintained an active family law practice for 40 years and then came out of retirement in 2000 to practice law in the Brainerd lakes area until the age of 89. Among his accomplishments were his efforts toward affordable public housing; groundbreaking anti-discrimination cases, and most recently, writing his memoirs. (Brainerd Daily Dispatch)
Boris Johnson: Divorce is good for London Oct 20, 2009
Abolish Family Courts & The Family Law Act The cost to the tax payer to staff and maintain our UK divorce court system is costing us more than any other government department in Britain's history ... The cost of divorcing families has been made willfully costly and complex and the system of family law courts has become such a drain on public resource's that very soon the country could face total economic disaster ... wages for the family law court vultures who swoop over the suffering of broken... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Boyfriend arrested in Palo Alto death of Jennifer Marie Schipsi Oct 20, 2009
We have judges in Family Law who deny abuse on a routine basis. When will people sit up and take notice. (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Is the concept of Islamic banking in line with Islam? Oct 20, 2009
It was much later when the syariah family legal system and institutions became more developed that the need arose for people who were highly versed with the intricacies of the Islamic family law system. Nowadays judges in syariah courts prefer to preside over divorce cases where the parties are represented by divorce lawyers to ensure smooth proceedings. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Cathy Zimmerman: Why it's right to vote yes on Referendum 71 Oct 18, 2009
The cost of living can be much higher for unmarried couples, and family law does not cover them. Longview accountant Jo Brewer supports R-71 and the Domestic Partners Act. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Two men lead the push to undo gay benefits Oct 16, 2009
lurleen wrote on Oct 14, 2009 5:33 PM:" Real families like mine going to suffer if Referendum 71 isn't approved. Stickney can live in a fantasy world, but senior citizens and gay &lesbian couples live in the real world of pensions, family law and willI be fired if I use sick leave to take care of my gravely ill partner? I will be voting "APPROVED" on Ref. 71 to preserve the domestic partnership lawthat the legislature passed by a huge majority, and the Gov. signed. Protect all Washington... (Longview Daily News, WA)
Will McCourt's Separation Effect the Dodgers? Oct 16, 2009
A partner at a family law firm that handles many high-profile divorces, said the effect of the McCourts' split on the ownership of the team will likely turn on whether the couple signed a prenup or a similar document. Such an arrangement could spell out a precise distribution of the marital property, he said, but without one, the determination could fall to a judge. (Los Angeles, TheInsiders.com)
State best in US for giving children a voice in court Oct 15, 2009
In Massachusetts, the Committee for Public Counsel Services, which handles court-appointed lawyers for children in such cases, allows no more than 75 cases to be handled by a lawyer at one time, said Michael Dsida, deputy chief counsel for the children and family law division. Dsida said Massachusetts has a history of embracing the importance of lawyers for anyone who needs one - including mandating court-appointed lawyers for indigent criminal defendants before the federal government required... (Boston Globe)
Child abuse: when family courts get it wrong Oct 15, 2009
The family law "machine" operates as Big Business, and a sophisticated cottage industry has sprung up that appears to be preying on desperate parents and children who are trying to escape family violence ... Family law judges are granted broad discretion in their decisionmaking ... Juries are nonexistent in most family law courtrooms. (Christian Science Monitor)
Home Bailout Helps Few Oct 14, 2009
The phrase "sold on the courthouse steps" usually means "foreclosure." In Harris County, it all happens downtown in front of the Family Law building. "I never heard anything from Chase, except the day before the sale of the house," said Stephanie Cargle. (Click2Houston, TX)
Go beyond Wanita leadership, Shahrizat tells members Oct 14, 2009
She also called on the Government to streamline Islamic family law administration for the better management of such cases. On womens economic empowerment, Shahrizat said this was important so that they could become independent, especially in the event of a disaster in the family. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Loeb all smiles after split Oct 13, 2009
An alleged South Florida Family Law Attorney (Former President of the Palm Beach County Bar Association ... lovely business this family law stuff. (The Palm Beach Post)
Tulare County races to save railroad Oct 10, 2009
They're judges in most respects -- they wear robes -- and are often assigned to family law court or traffic court, for instance. Alldredge's good fortune created a vacancy in the local commissioner ranks. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Banyan: Shorts and all Oct 9, 2009
To lead its coalition government, the BJP had actually to forswear core Hindutva demands: for a new temple on the site of a demolished mosque at Ayodhya; for a federal ban on cow-slaughter; and for an end to Muslims enjoyment of their own family law. This alienated party activists, who questioned the point of an ideology that has to be abandoned when it wins power. (The Economist)
Top Georgia Family Law Firm Announces Opening of Second Office in Athens GA Oct 9, 2009
The law firm of Kitchens, New & Cleghorn, LLC has opened its second office in downtown Athens, GA to serve the area in family law issues such as divorce, child custody, child support, prenuptial agreements, alimony payments and more ... Kitchens is a graduate of the Emory University School of Law, and has offered her professionalism and expertise in the fields of family law, employment discrimination, personal injury, medical malpractice, and contract disputes to the public for over 25 years. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Lawyer takes out thug balls-and-all Oct 9, 2009
He has also been stabbed, shot at and had his house bombed by the opposing sides in family law cases, was disqualified 20 years ago for professional misconduct and once was attacked in his office by a woman with a baseball bat. Given his renowned resilience, recent matters have fallen like water off a rhino's back. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Lawyers feud over move to Kapolei Oct 7, 2009
Well-respected and influential attorneys who specialize in family law found themselves squabbling like parties in a bitter divorce in recent weeks over the state Judiciary's plans to move Family Court operations to Kapolei next year ... A quartet of equally eminent family law practitioners Charles Kleintop, Stephanie Rezents, Tim Luria and Richard Diehl are adam-antly opposed to a lawsuit ... The issue came to a head at a meeting last month of members of the Family Law Section of the Hawaii... (Honolulu Advertiser)
Guarding your child's future Oct 7, 2009
-based attorney and vice chair of the family law section of the California State Bar Association. A legal guardian is someone who will take care of the children should both the biological mother and father die or become unable to take on the responsibility due to substance abuse or disability. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Kate accuses Jon of taking $200K Oct 6, 2009
Singer said he expects Kate's family law attorney in Pennsylvania will go to court Monday morning to suggest be held in contempt. According to Singer, learned about after receiving overdraft notices regarding her joint account with her estranged husband. (CNN -- Law)
Kate Gosselin: Jon Drained Joint Bank AccountKate Gosselin claims Jon Gosselin withdrew $230K from joint bank account. Oct 6, 2009
Singer added that he expects Kate Gosselin's family law attorney to go to court Monday to argue that Jon Gosselin be held in contempt. The cash controversy comes on the heels of 's declaration that he wants off the show and he wants his kids off camera for good. (ABC News)
Jon raids Kates joint account; how to protect your accounts Oct 6, 2009
Richardson, whose practice is limited to family law, says in Georgia joint accounts are NOT automatically frozen when you file for divorce so theoretically your spouse could wipe it out to zero ... But the real issue here seems to be family law. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
Choosing children's guardian is difficult but necessary Oct 6, 2009
"It's a difficult decision to make. Call it morbid or gloomy, but guardianship is something everyone with children should think about and act upon, says John D. Hodson, a Vacaville, Calif.-based attorney and vice chair of the family law section of the California State Bar Association. A legal guardian is someone who will take care of the children should both the biological mother and father die or become unable to take on the responsibility due to substance abuse or disability. "It's your last... (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
Jon Gosselin: I Didnt' Loot Joint Account Oct 6, 2009
I hope the family law judge not only makes him put the money back immediately, but gives him a 30-day jail time for not following the arbitrater's instructions on that joint account. NOW will all of you folks get it through your brains that Jon is all about the MONEY and NOT about the kids. (CBS News -- Entertainment)
Kates lawyer: Jon took $200,000 from bank Oct 5, 2009
Singer says he expects Kate's family law attorney in Pennsylvania will go to court Monday morning to suggest Jon be held in contempt. According to Singer, Kate learned about the withdrawal after receiving overdraft notices regarding her joint account with her estranged husband. (MSNBC -- News)
Why should polygamy be a crime? Oct 4, 2009
On the other hand, polygamous marriages conducted overseas are recognised under family law for the purpose of property settlements. When a couple marry in a Christian church, it indicates they want their marriage to be governed by the rules of that church. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Program offers free legal advice during tough economic times Oct 3, 2009
"Family law issues, people getting divorced, feeling the economic pressures, people being evicted from their apartments, foreclosures, people who have credit problems, all sorts of issues that have gotten worse in this economy," said Barrett Reasoner of the Houston Bar Association. The weekly meetings are to help people like Williams, a veteran who fought the good fight for his country, have the chance to fight in court. (KHOU.com, TX)
You and the Law Oct 3, 2009
The myth of going out of town Southern California-based certified family law specialist attorney Marshall Waller has written extensively on the "urban myth" about where the good lawyers are to be found ... When you are from out of town, that is no longer a given, since you are a complete unknown and the risk is that you'll be 'hometowned,' even if you have the stronger case," he cautioned.Family law is often crisis managementAnother good reason to hire someone local for most legal matters -- but... (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Study notes problems in how parents get legal help Oct 1, 2009
Michigan should improve training for lawyers who work in this type of family law. Jenifer Pettibone, a management analyst at the State Court Administrative Office, said the report will be discussed by lawyers, judges and policymakers at a forum in Lansing on Oct. 22. (Ionia Sentinel-Standard, MI)
Role Reversal: Ex-Wives Angry Over Paying Alimony Oct 1, 2009
"Early on, men were somewhat embarrassed to ask for alimony because it went across their defined roles in the culture. That has diminished," said Marlene Moses, the president-elect of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, an organization of family law attorneys. "There's been a revolution of men and their rights and the vigor with which they pursue legal opportunities for themselves.". (ABC News -- Business)
Scoop: Fix Jon and Kate? Lose the Eight Sep 30, 2009
Family law attorney Mark Vincent Kaplan (who represented Kevin Federline during his divorce, and is not working with the Gosselins) gave his take on Jons statement. Hes in a custody battle, so hes saying the right child-centered speak, Kaplan said. (MSNBC -- Gossip)
Japan jails U.S. dad seeking kids back Sep 30, 2009
Japanese family law follows a tradition of sole custody divorces. When a couple splits, one parent typically makes a complete and lifelong break from the children. (CNN -- Law)
Married to the State Sep 26, 2009
Thank you Stephen Baskerville, you are indispensable to the Family Law reform movement. Joseph Marra, on Said. (The American Conservative)
Local crowned in Natchitoches Sep 26, 2009
Ron eeka has aspirations to attend Southern University Law Center in Baton Rouge upon completion of her bachelor s degree at NSULA and become a family law attorney. She is lieutenant of the Northwestern State Purple Pizzazz Pom Pom Line, NSU Freshman Connection orientation leader, Student Government Association senator, Presidential Ambassador, and member of the NSU Demon Volunteers-In-Progress. (L Observateur, LA)
Attorney's traffic ticket paved way for career Sep 26, 2009
Mina, is also an attorney, practicing family law. She said in an interview that the first thing that attracted her to him was his intelligence. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Solicitor banned for six years for 'phoenix' deals Sep 26, 2009
Somerville & Co, which employs 49 people, specialises in business, taxation, personal injury and family law. Acting justice Windeyer also banned Mr Somerville's clients from company directorship for two years each, rejecting their submissions that they were ''just following advice. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Incest: an age-old taboo Sep 25, 2009
In the Netherlands meanwhile, where consensual incest is no longer prosecuted, the legal status of the child born of such a relationship is ambiguous, according to Masha Antokolskaia, an expert in family law at the Free University in Amsterdam. Sweden is the only country in Europe which allows marriage between siblings who share a parent. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Saving Face: Will Erica Sell Her Blog for Millions? Sep 24, 2009
""You'd have to shoot me before I did family law," she snorts. "It isn't even law. It's paintball for lawyers. (Slate)
Newton Notables Sep 23, 2009
Bixby has been chosen as a leader in more than one field; he is listed in Best Lawyers in both the family law and trusts and estates fields. The attorneys were selected as leaders in their fields of: bankruptcy and creditor-debtor rights law (Victor Bass); family law (Brian D. Bixby and Lisa M. Cukier); commercial litigation (Dennis J. Kelly); environmental law (David P. Rosenblatt and Sean O. Coffey); intellectual property (Jerry Cohen); labor and employment law (Laura R. Studen); personal... (Newton Tab, MA)
What are Your Rights as a Father in... Sep 23, 2009
Family Law is Still Murkey in Most Areas of the United States ... "Family law is riddled with lies, lies that family lawyers make money off of," said Richard Thomas in a September 2009 telephone interiew ... Failing to responds in a family law proceeding means a "default judgment" will be entered against you and your spouse will be granted everything that is requested. (Suite101.com)
Local lawyer in ICU Sep 22, 2009
info by Jose Lambiet Georgia Parenting Plans Georgia Divorce and Family Law. . (The Palm Beach Post)
Program tackles addiction in jail Sep 22, 2009
Circuit Judge S. James Foxman, the family law administrative judge, said such programs "give people hope" and in the long run will save taxpayers money. "They don't have much to do out there (in the jail), why not treat them while we have a chance?" said Foxman, who is also board president of Stewart-Marchman-Act Behavioral Healthcare, which provides substance abuse and mental health treatment. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
PAM LANE-GARON: Conflict resolution thrives in Fresno area Sep 22, 2009
Place an obit: (559) 441-6228. Web Search powered by YAHOO. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
Saving Face: Our Heroine Almost Has Sex Sep 17, 2009
In family law, which is all about the Solomonic splitting of babies, out-of-state-move cases are cage-match-style winner-takes-all ... People are always sort of surprised to learn that there's just not a lot of "law" in family law ... You can count the important Supreme Court family law cases on Ellie's fingers and toes; the systematic dismantling of families is left instead to a stewpot of state statutes, judicial intuitions, dueling "expert" reports, and vague, conflicting narratives about... (Slate)
Read the 'JER' transcript Sep 15, 2009
" Wall Street Journal columnist, William McGurn, joins the panel, along with Naomi Schaefer Riley, who edits our "Houses of Worship" column. Bill, you followed this case and other child cases like this. How can the state take somebody out take somebody out of being home schooled and force them into public schools if they are not a truant? BILL MCGURN, COLUMNIST: Right, well, that's what people are asking. It grows out of a messy divorce where the parents have always been split about education.... (Fox News)
A Muslim model: What Indonesia can teach the world Sep 13, 2009
Neighboring Malaysia, by contrast, allows several of its states to apply sharia to many issues of family law and other civil cases - a system that can alienate non-Muslim minorities, undermining the principle that democracy protects minority rights. (Recently, the Malaysian blogosphere has been fixated on the case of an Indian Hindu woman who, under sharia law, has been sentenced to caning for drinking beer. (Boston Globe)
