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    Divorce Attorney Offers Healthy Tips to Couples of Differing Political Views on Getting Through the Next 30 Days  Oct 4, 2008
    Stacy D. Phillips, managing partner at Phillips, Lerner, Lauzon , Los Angeles, is a certified family law specialist and author of Divorce: It's All About Control-How to Win the Emotional, Psychological and Legal Wars. Phillips represents many celebrities in film, television, music, sports, and politics. (PR Newswire)

    High Court to Hear Arguments on ERISA Beneficiary Designation  Oct 4, 2008
    South Texas College of Law professor James Paulsen, who teaches courses on family law, marital property and federal courts, says Kennedy v. Plan Administrator for DuPont Savings and Investment Plan, et al. should be a "cautionary tale" for lawyers when advising their clients about what actions to take after a divorce ... But Houston attorney Harry Tindall, who is board-certified in family law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, says, "I think if you've bargained it away [in a divorce],... (Law.com)

    Low-key politician puts compromise first  Oct 4, 2008
    Eichenberger, a 54-year-old lawyer and mediator, is an expert in corporate and family law. She works for a Basel-based law firm and is a mother of two. (SwissInfo.org, Switzerland)

    Ghana Judiciary Service to get modern facilities - CJ  Oct 4, 2008
    Mr. Kofi Boakye also received awards as the best student in family law and practice, best in Conveyancing and Drafting as well as the best in the Law of Interpretation of Deeds and Status ... Ms. Wahab, daughter of Maulvi Adam Wahab, Head, Ahmaddiyya Mission was also awarded as the best student in Civil Procedure, Family Law and Practice, Law of Interpretation of Deeds and Status. (Ghana Web, Ghana)

    Fake Ph.D, real trouble  Oct 3, 2008
    Bilofsky, who has offices in the Collegeville Station Shopping Center, in November 2006 sent a letter with an attached fee schedule to the county court, soliciting the court for appointments in various family law matters. In that correspondence, Bilofsky identifies himself as a "doctor," claiming to hold a doctorate degree in clinical psychology, according to the criminal complaint. (Springfield Sun, PA)

    Ex-Beatles singer facing biggest divorce case in history  Oct 3, 2008
    Alan Kaufman, the head of family law at Finers Stephens Innocent in London, said: "This will be one of the biggest, if not the biggest, divorce cases to hit the English courts, if it gets that far.". "Although we are not like America and most of Europe, where these things are binding, there are a number of precedents in which a pre-nuptial agreement has been counted as a major factor in the English courts. It would certainly have given Sir Paul a much better shot and I bet he's bloody sorry now... (Xinhuanet, China -- Entertainment)

    Local polls open Saturday in parish  Oct 3, 2008
    In all, 66 candidates are vying for the 20 open seats that include five new judgeships for the 22nd Judicial District, two of which Divisions K and L were newly approved by legislators this year to tackle family law cases only. Four other benches opened when sitting judges for the 22nd Judicial Court either reached a mandatory retirement age or decided to hang up their robes. (Covington News Banner, LA)

    Movers & Shakers (Sept. 29)  Oct 3, 2008
    She focuses her practice in the areas of family law, victim s rights and children s issues. Dr. Ihab Wahba recently joined Samaritan Kidney Specialists in Corvallis and is accepting new nephrology patients. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)

    “Divorce Doctor” visits Kauai for book signing  Oct 3, 2008
    Coates is the founder of Coates and Frey, the largest divorce and family law firm in Hawaii. He currently serves as counsel to the firm and is a popular author and international lecturer on human and romantic relationships and the Dynamics of Divorce. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)

    Majestic Star Announces the Appointment of an Interim Chief Operating Officer  Sep 25, 2008
    Experienced family law attorneys We Fight To Make Things Right. www. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)

    Child support commission affects thousands in South Dakota  Sep 25, 2008
    "That schedule hasn't been adjusted in eight years, so obviously, that means we'll be looking at that," said Linda Lea Viken, a family law attorney from Rapid City who sits on the commission. The new guidelines will reflect an increase in the minimum wage to 7. (Rapid City Journal, SD)

    Horses for divorces  Sep 24, 2008
    Kathy Pinney is a solicitor in the family law team at Boodle Hatfield. Add your comments on this story, using the form below. (BBC News -- UK)

    Same sex laws linked to polygamy  Sep 24, 2008
    "It will mean that a married couple and a spouse who leaves that marriage and sets up a de facto relationship, be it heterosexual or same-sex, will have the same rights before the family law court," the member for Mackellar said. "In other words it recognises more than one spouse at a time and there is no limit on the number of spouses you can have. "That is polygamy. (Sydney Morning Herald)

    School closings, cancellations, resumptions  Sep 22, 2008
    The Following Courts will not be in operation:The State District Family Law Center 1115 CongressThe State District Juvenile Courts 1200 CongressJury Service has been canceled for the remainder of this week, Sept. 17-19. Harris County Criminal Districts Courts -- Court located at 1201 Franklin will be closed Tuesday, Sept. 16. (KHOU.com, TX)

    A-Rod, Wife Reach Divorce Settlement  Sep 20, 2008
    Cynthia Rodriguez, 35, most likely would have lost if she'd tried to fight the prenup, said Lynne Z. Gold-Bikin, former chair of the American Bar Association's family law section and an attorney in Philadelphia. "It saves him legal fees, and it saves him publicity, and it saves the kids," Gold-Bikin said. (Time.com)

    Stars share their parenting pains  Sep 19, 2008
    Overview: Baldwin, 50, talks about the need to reform family law and divorce litigation in the context of his split from ex-wife Kim Basinger, 54, and their custody battle for daughter Ireland, 12. Reason for writing: "I would not have written this book if I felt that my experiences were isolated. There is enough injustice, inefficiency, and corruption within the system to compel us as a society to closely examine what is being perpetrated on innocent men and women.". (USA Today)

    Wasserman, Comden & Casselman, L.L.P. Represents Taiwan's Largest BBQ Grill Manufacturer in the Acquisition of Barbeques Galore, Inc. and Wins Bankruptcy Court Approval in Record Time  Sep 19, 2008
    Established in 1976, the firm's broad practice includes corporate, finance, real estate, taxation, technology, insurance, employment, workers compensation, estate planning, probate, trademark, licensing, family law, complex civil and criminal litigation and appeals, and class action litigation. Website. (PR Newswire)

    Suits, Legislation Over a Civil Right to Counsel Grow Across U.S.  Sep 19, 2008
    For Marvin "Monty" Gray of Seattle's , it's family law litigants who could really use legal help ... "I do think that family law is distinguishable from many other areas of civil law. People's lives, their marriages, their homes things like that are at stake." The court disagreed, ruling that the woman was not entitled to a lawyer. (Law.com)

    Collin County Democratic candidates speak to voters  Sep 18, 2008
    She is a family law attorney and a past president of the Plano Bar Association. She said that her career has been devoted to serving the community, and she hopes to continue as a commissioner s court member. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)

    Judges discuss partisanship  Sep 16, 2008
    "We have planned the conference to drive home the point that partisan divisions affect the gamut of cases, from high profile cases on abortion to the more numerous family law disputes on custody and cohabitation," Carbone said. Three moderated discussions led by leading law experts were held during the full-day conference. (University News, MO)

    Individual Investor That Purchased Several Morgan Keegan Income Mutual Funds Filed An Arbitration Claim Against Morgan Keegan, The Law Firm of Napoli Bern Ripka Announces -- RHY, RMH, RMA and RSF  Sep 16, 2008
    Law Firm providing legal advice on divorce & family law in Colorado. www. (Primezone Releases)

    Jose Lambiet's Page 2 Live  Sep 12, 2008
    The judge appointed Dale Sanders, a top family law attorney in Fort Lauderdale, to represent the kid. What s going on is that the parents are deviating from the Florida guidelines when it comes to child support, speculated West Palm Beach divorce lawyer Eddie Stephens, who isn t involved with the case. (The Palm Beach Post)

    LSC, Red Cross Sign Agreement on Disaster Services  Sep 10, 2008
    "This new framework will help enhance disaster response activities by both organizations." During times of disaster, LSC-funded programs can provide legal guidance on matters ranging from temporary housing, rent-gouging, insurance, consumer fraud, and increased family law issues from disaster-related distress. Together, attorneys and client advocates employed by LSC-funded programs will set up alongside the Red Cross at their disaster service delivery locations to provide legal counseling,... (PR Newswire)

    The Harris Law Firm and 2008 Colorado Cares Day  Sep 10, 2008
    Established in 1993, The Harris Law Firm is one of Denver's largest family law firms, employing a team of 14 skilled attorneys ... Harris Family Law Heidi Culbertson (303) 299-9484 Trackback URL: http://prweb ... largest family law firms. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)

    Editorial: Write in Concannon on Sept. 16  Sep 10, 2008
    He has practiced probate and family law for 28 years. He s done pro bono divorces through Senior Partners for Justice. (Cambridge Chronicle, MA)

    Thousands Flock to Lauren Conrad's OC Homecoming at the First-Ever Style Week Orange County(TM)  Sep 9, 2008
    Find A Great Choice Of orange county florida family law Sites Here. OCLawyer. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)

    Super change at hand  Sep 8, 2008
    In its written submission, the Human Rights and Equal Opportunity Commission has welcomed the changes, saying that heterosexual and same-sex couples will have equal access to certain provisions of the Family Law Act. ASFA has also called for the changes; It estimates the annual cost to revenue will be less than $1 million a year. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)

    Falling Home Prices Curb Divorce Rate  Sep 6, 2008
    However, family law expert Jill Goldman tells London's Daily Mail that financial woes often will cause arguments and put a strain on relationships; so there may be some divorces that are actually caused by dropping home values. Sources: REALTOR Magazine Online, Savills Research, Daily Mail. (Realtor Magazine Online)

    You and the Law  Sep 6, 2008
    I have a great deal of sympathy and respect for the judges and their support staff who work in our Family Law Courts ... Family Law judges make life-altering decisions every day in what can be one of the most bitter and potentially dangerous places on earth: Their courtrooms ... Sandra practiced Family Law before becoming a Superior Court judge in a mid-sized Northern California town. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)

    Courts' divorce makes for a long split  Sep 5, 2008
    Hopefully, this will lead to a proper integration of the Family Court and the Federal Magistrates Court, rather than resources being split haphazardly between two courts exercising the same jurisdiction under the Family Law Act as at present ... Les Stubbs is a senior associate and family law specialist with Turner Freeman. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)

    New Family Law Evening Court set for debut  Sep 5, 2008
    The latest step in that initiative is a new Family Law Evening Court ... The first session is on the evening of Sept. 9, and each subsequent session on the second Tuesday of every month at the Family Law Center on Congress Avenue ... Family Law Evening Court is a great example of Houston lawyers, judges and public officials working together to improve access to justice for the working poor, said Travis Sales, president. (Houston Business Journal, TX)

    An evolving GOP approach to family values?  Sep 4, 2008
    Kris Miccio, who teaches family law at the University of Denver, wonders how a party that opposes abortion rights can invoke a leave-this-family-alone mantra on a reproductive issue. "The Republicans are saying this is a private family decision, but they don't accord the same privacy if a woman does not choose to carry a fetus to term," Miccio says. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Politics)

    Fall books preview: These ten titles are certain to be 'talkers'  Sep 4, 2008
    What it's about: The actor's account of his contentious divorce from actress Kim Basinger in 2002 and his experiences with the family law system. Talking points: The knock-down, drag-out Baldwin/Basinger breakup was front-page tabloid fodder. (USA Today -- Life)

    Judge Massey decides to leave bench, form new law firm  Sep 4, 2008
    Ford will combine his expertise in handling commercial litigation, theft of trade secrets, insurance issues, construction disputes, fiduciary litigation, wrongful death claims, employment disputes and family law matters. Prior to becoming a judge, Massey practiced law in both the state and federal courts for the past 11 years. (San Antonio Business Journal, TX)

    San Antonio legal aid groups receive $450,000 in grants  Sep 4, 2008
    The money collected by the foundation allows public interest lawyers to offer legal advise and representation to low-income Texans in areas such as landlord-tenant issues, family law, employment law, access to earned benefits and consumer issues. To qualify, an individual cannot earn more than $13,000 a year. (San Antonio Business Journal, TX)

    Iran imprisons 4 leaders of women's rights group  Sep 3, 2008
    It included several changes to the country's family law that critics said were anything but protective of families. The bill would allow husbands to obtain religiously sanctioned "temporary" marriages or take additional wives without the consent of their first spouse. (Boston Globe)

    Community datebook (09/02/08)  Sep 2, 2008
    Family Law Education Class, 1:30-3:30 p.m., Boney Courthouse, 303 K St., courtroom 47 ... Sponsored by Alaska Court System's Family Law Self Help Center. (Anchorage Daily News)

    Readers vote for '90s TV shows they'd like remade  Aug 31, 2008
    AT THE BOTTOM: Dixie Carter moves from the interior decorating business ( Designing Women ) to a law firm in Family Law. One person voted to see a remake of the show that debuted in 1999 and ran for three seasons. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)

    Divorce at 26-year low, unless you're over 60  Aug 30, 2008
    Marilyn Stowe, of Stowe Family Law, said the rise in "silver-haired divorce" may be linked to longer and healthier life ... Kerr said his firm's survey of 100 family lawyers revealed women petitioning for divorce received a more favourable settlement than men. (guardian.co.uk)

    James Morris has raised six times as much as Phil Urie in race for San Joaquin judge  Aug 30, 2008
    5,000 James Clare, owner of Pacific Southwest Irrigation in Escalon 2,500 Stockton law firm of Hakeem, Ellis and Marengo 1,500 Xapuri Villapudua, San Joaquin County Superior Court judge 1,000 George Abdallah Jr, San Joaquin County Superior Court judge 1,000 Bank of Stockton 1,000 Bank of Stockton 1,000 Delta Property Administration, property management company 1,000 Geraldeen Berkman 1,000 Brocchini Farms of Stockton 1,000 Damrell, Nelson, Schrimp, Pallios, Pacher and Silva law firm 1,000 George... (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)

    LawInfo Provides Access to Qualified, Experienced Bankruptcy Attorneys Nationwide  Aug 27, 2008
    These "How-to" videos provide information on a variety of legal topics in all major areas of law, including bankruptcy, foreclosure, family law, estate planning, criminal law, business, and labor and employment. For over a decade, LawInfo's mission has been to assist the public in locating qualified attorneys and legal services. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)

    220 Laboratories and Dion-Kindem & Crockett Issue Statement on Lawsuit against David Babaii for WildAid, LLC and Actress Kate Hudson  Aug 27, 2008
    areas of expertise span business law, real estate, complex business litigation, employment law, bankruptcy and family law. Dion-Kindem & Crockett is regularly included in Martindale-Hubbells Bar Directory of Preeminent Lawyers. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)

    County boldly housing the unwanted  Aug 26, 2008
    Corvallis Gazette Times: Opinion. Web Search powered by YAHOO. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)

    Mother charged with hiding missing girl (7764)  Aug 23, 2008
    Yes I should be family law attorney studied it 6 yrs. without the degree. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)

    ProElite Postpones September 20 Event in New Mexico  Aug 23, 2008
    NM Board Certified Family Law Specialist for Men's and Dad's Rights. www. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)

    New courtroom goes high tech  Aug 22, 2008
    Dave wrote on Aug 21, 2008 12:41 PM:" It's nice to see the process of the courts getting more efficient (hopefully). I could be wrong, but it seems as though the primary function of the circuit courts in Wisconsin is to facilitate in the dismantling of families through the divorce process. This has, unfortunately, become a gravy train for family law attorneys who will antagonize the respective parties until the money is gone. I'd like to know the statistics, but I'm very sure the addition of the... (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)

    Town gets immigration lawyer (72)  Aug 21, 2008
    Ortiz said Stamsos is a good addition to their practice in criminal law and family law. For instance, in cases where an abused wife may have a pending immigration application, she might be afraid to involve the authorities, fearing deportation. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)

    More of this story  Aug 21, 2008
    She also is the president and owner of the Family Law Center of Rhode Island, assistant city solicitor in Newport and president of the Newport County Bar Association. Family Court Judge Haiganush R. Bedrosian said she saw Hastings on an almost daily basis during her 10 years as the Family Court judge in Newport County. (Newport Daily News, RI)

    Phil Collins paid 25million to end his third marriage  Aug 19, 2008
    It s generally accepted that London is the divorce capital of the world, according to James Turner, QC, a counsel involved in top family law cases. More foreign claimants than ever are forum shopping for the best divorce jurisdiction and that tends to be England. (Times Online)

    Able Forensic Investigations, Inc. Awarded Bernard Freeman Community Service Award  Aug 16, 2008
    "Our law degreed senior investigators regularly handle family law investigations and personal injury investigations; and support clients' litigation needs by locating and interviewing witnesses; surveillance activities; historical and transactional research; performing forensic accounting analysis; collecting and reviewing evidence; preparing thorough, accurate and professionally written investigative reports; and presenting expert testimony," said Howard Eisemann. "Our licensed investigators... (PR Newswire)

    Newsweek: Rethinking fathers' rights  Aug 16, 2008
    Much of what's wrong with family law today lies in warmed-over stereotypes of men as unsuited to caring for their children ... Much of what's wrong with family law today lies in warmed-over stereotypes of men as fundamentally unsuited to caring for children ... I took a family law course and the first thing the teacher told us is that the system is slighted towards women, because the system still views women like they are in the 1950's and they don't have a job and stay at home. (MSNBC -- Health)

    James Bond Shocker  Aug 16, 2008
    His attorney is family law specialist Marina Korol. Lauren Conrad Celebrates Clothing Launch but Doesn't Wear Her Own Designs. (Fox News)

    North Africa: Women Organize And Forge Alliances  Aug 15, 2008
    Bruce Maddy-Weitzman, a researcher on the region, has reported that Morocco's adoption of a new family law in 2003-04 "won the king much credit among liberals and women." Louisa Dris-Ait-Hamadouche, another researcher, has noted that as a result of contradictory conservative and liberal interpretations of shari'a law, debate over the role of women in North Africa "moves back and forth between secular values and religious (and traditional) principles.". Support from clerics. (allAfrica.com)

    Raggio, NV congressional incumbents win; Marvel loses; Judge Halverson, Del Vecchio out  Aug 14, 2008
    He finished with 23 percent of the vote -- well behind the two family law attorneys who advanced to the general, Vincent Ochoa (32 percent) and Cynthia Giuliani (31 percent). (Copyright 2008 by The Associated Press. (KRNV.com, NV)

    Judge, ex-lawyers fight over billing  Aug 14, 2008
    Lawyer overbilling in family law and other types of cases is notorious and egregious- but never resolved ... Have the same situation with my family lawyers who want to steal my mom's (who is a widow) money by over billing for an agreement that is taking over 4 months instead of 10 days (that is what they told me) and I am still waiting for the agreement ... Have the same situation with my family lawyers who want to steal my mom's (who is a widow) money by over billing for an agreement that is... (The Palm Beach Post)

    Circuit Judge Group 28: Buttner for bench  Aug 14, 2008
    Since becoming a practicing attorney in 1995, Buttner has dealt with cases involving criminal felonies, business disputes, family law and civil litigation - all cases over which a circuit judge can preside ... In private practice and later, after becoming a partner in his own firm, Buttner has worked a variety of criminal, property and family law cases. (Florida Times-Union)

    Jewellery sale websites help heal break-ups  Aug 12, 2008
    Wives tend to keep engagement jewellery, although its value is often added to the marital assets divided between the soon-to-be-divorced spouses, according to Gregg Herman, a Milwaukee attorney who chairs the American Bar Association's family law section. If the split took place before the wedding, men typically got the stone back because it was a gift conditioned on marriage, he said. (Business Report, South Africa)

    Separated but together  Aug 11, 2008
    They used to fight over who was going to keep the house, said Marc Angelucci, a family law attorney with the Men's Legal Center in downtown San Diego. Now they're fighting to get away from the house. (San Diego Union-Tribune)

    Charges laid after 'superheroes' climb NDP office roof  Aug 9, 2008
    The demonstrators, one dressed as Spider-Man and the other as Plywood Man, said they were protesting for family law reform for fathers in custody disputes. The incident at 221 Broadview Ave., near Dundas Street, was organized by Fathers 4 Justice. (CTV.ca)

    TV show hosts appeal rejected  Aug 9, 2008
    Referring to Section 14 of the Islamic Family Law (Federal Territory) Act 1984, which forbids a married Muslim woman from marrying another man, Justice Foong said the bench was of the opinion that the said settlement agreement was forbidden by law under Section 24(a) of the Contracts Act. After the proceedings, Karpal Singh said he would file an appeal at the Federal Court. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)

    Lesbian couple files for divorce  Aug 9, 2008
    Norm Fletcher, a veteran Fresno family law attorney, said it's not uncommon for couples to file for divorce shortly after getting married. "Sometimes people are together for 10 or 20 years and then get married and there is a different feeling," Fletcher said. (Fresno Bee -- Local)

    It Takes a Hothead?  Aug 9, 2008
    Much of what's wrong with family law today lies in warmed-over stereotypes of men as fundamentally unsuited to caring for children. Lionizing Clark Rockefeller or other violent, lawless fathers will not promote fathers' rights or fix the family-court system. (Slate)

    Morocco's Gentle War On Terror  Aug 9, 2008
    He later pushed for a reform in family law, giving women more rights than in most Muslim countries in matters of divorce, property and her husband's choice of subsequent wives. (Islam permits up to four wives, but in Morocco the first wife must now approve of her husband taking additional wives. (Time.com)

    IRS truck on 59th finds new home  Aug 8, 2008
    Keist has a general law practice that includes family law, bankruptcies and civil litigations. He is also a pilot at the legal office for the Arizona Wing of Civil Air Patrol, an auxiliary of the United States Air Force; works as a judge pro-tem in downtown Phoenix for family court and takes the bench when a judge can't be there. (Glendale Star, AZ)

    Recipients of child support lose out under new formula  Aug 8, 2008
    Paul Le Moing-Ross, a family law specialist at Westminster Lawyers, said the figures confirmed concerns that resident parents stood to lose the most. He said clients were applying for spousal maintenance to make up the shortfall. (The Age)

    Lindsay Lohan  Aug 8, 2008
    " Red Sox divorce on deck It's the legal equivalent of a homer over Fenway's Green Monster. After 10 months of hush-hush divorce negotiations, Boston Red Sox owner John Henry and his bride of 16 years have hammered out an agreement, according to documents in a Delray court. But there's one last hurdle before making it official: How much child support is Henry going to have to pay for the couple's 11-year-old? And for that, former Florida Marlins owner Henry and his wife, Peggy Sue Henry, asked... (The Palm Beach Post)

    Brady doesn't throw too much into coverage  Aug 7, 2008
    The guardian - family law attorney Dale Sanders - will review the couple's agreement. Neither Henry nor attorneys on the case could be reached about the July 29 filing. (Boston Globe)

    What's the Law? Towing company  Aug 6, 2008
    Practice areas include housing, public benefits, consumer and family law but not criminal law. Call 536-4302. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)

    India-Japan baby in legal wrangle  Aug 6, 2008
    Page last updated at 07:31 GMT, Wednesday, 6 August 2008 08:31 UK. The baby is now being looked after by her grandmother. (BBC News -- South Asia)

    A Reflection On The Matrimonial Property Rights In Ghana  Aug 6, 2008
    The very being or legal existence of the woman is suspended during the marriage or at least is incorporated and consolidated into that of the husband, under whose wing, protection and cover she performs everythingThe consequence of this notion is that a wife is dependent on a husband and family law requires that a wife should work with or for her husband and the property acquired with such assistance is the individual property of the man ... It is a fundamental principle of... (Ghana Web, Ghana)

    Press Conference to Reveal Update on Abducted Silah Children  Aug 5, 2008
    WHO: -- Lieutenant Richard Mossler, Commanding Officer LAPD, Pacific Division will be providing the latest developments of the case and asking for the media and public's help in locating, returning and recovering the Silah children -- Ronald Brot of Brot LLP, the family law attorney who represents the two mothers of the missing Silah boys and who has been assisting the mothers since the boys went missing on or around July 2, 2008. He will address the meaning of the abduction charges, court... (PR Newswire)

    Steven Curtis Chapman & Family Open Their Hearts to America  Aug 5, 2008
    Experienced family law attorneys We Fight To Make Things Right. www. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)

    De facto choice deserves respect  Aug 4, 2008
    Add to that the delays, expense and uncertainty of the family law system. Do people who have chosen to live in a de facto relationship really want all their property subject to the broad discretion of an elderly judge who treats them as if they had been married. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)

    SMART ALEC TAKES ON JUSTICE SYSTEM  Aug 4, 2008
    His Page 1 introduction: "My own high conflict divorce proceedings left me outraged over the injustices endemic to the family law system in our society . . . The pain I suffered, the fear and anger I felt toward nearly all the princip 00004000 als involved and the inescapable sense of helplessness and isolation exhausted me." He talks of "abused and horrified litigants." He likens the process to "the island of Dr. Moreau in H.G. Wells' novel." He says "the professionals are there to prolong the... (New York Post -- Gossip)

    Bank robbery suspect charged (1)  Aug 4, 2008
    News Tribune Publishing. From Missouri's Capital City. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)

    Attorney satisfied years after job switch  Aug 4, 2008
    He has done some criminal defense work, but most of his practice involves family law and small businesses, Mr. Garcia said. He loves it, but he admits that occasionally when he comes across something that looks criminal, part of him wants his former job back. (The Augusta Chronicle)

    Letters for Sunday, August 3, 2008  Aug 4, 2008
    Family law creator deserves praise. Thanks for the great article on the Family Law Self Help Center (Missoulian, July 28) ... Thanks finally to the Family Law Section of the Montana Bar for contributing so generously to the program. (Missoulian, MT)

    Till debt do us part: a rude shock for de factos  Aug 4, 2008
    The changes to federal family law would create a national scheme for property settlements to cover all separating couples, including same-sex couples, and hand jurisdiction to the Family Court ... Many family lawyers believe the bill will correct serious inequities in property settlements, such as for disadvantaged women in long-term de facto relationships and their children ... Tomorrow, Professor Parkinson will be among experts at a Sydney hearing of the Senate legal and constitutional affairs... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)

    State regulator assesses the mortgage mess  Aug 3, 2008
    Kirsten Anderson quit her practice in family law and went to work for Oregon's Division of Finance and Corporate Securities in 1999 in part because she'd had her fill of nasty divorce and custody battles. But Anderson's move to the public sector has not exactly been idyllic. (OregonLive, OR -- Business)

    * Marriage over, affair claims irrelevant: A-Rod  Aug 2, 2008
    Attorney Lynne Gold-Bilkin, a Philadelphia family law attorney not involved in the case, said A-Rods response is totally reasonable and rational and that Cynthia Rodriguez was wrong legally to make allegations of affairs given Floridas no-blame divorce law. Her lawyers brought in non-legal extraneous matters for the purpose of smearing him, said Gold-Bilkin, former chair of the American Bar Associations family law section. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)

    A-Rod: Marriage Over, Prenup Doesn't Cover Affairs  Aug 1, 2008
    Attorney Lynne Z. Gold-Bilkin, a Philadelphia family law attorney not involved in the case, said A-Rod's response is "totally reasonable and rational" and that Cynthia Rodriguez was wrong legally to make allegations of affairs given Florida's no-blame divorce law. "Her lawyers brought in non-legal extraneous matters for the purpose of smearing him," said Gold-Bilkin, former chair of the American Bar Association's family law section. (New York Post)

    Citing Racist Behavior, Judges Ban Lawyer From Courthouse Floor  Jul 30, 2008
    A graduate of Emory University School of Law, Koehler has been a member of the State Bar since 1963, has no public bar discipline record and said the majority of his solo practice is family law. A partial courthouse ban on a lawyer is not without precedent. (Law.com)

    What's the Law? Small claims court  Jul 30, 2008
    Practice areas include housing, public benefits, consumer and family law but not criminal law. For information, call 536-4302. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)

    Center offers divorce self-help  Jul 28, 2008
    The Missoula Family Law Self Help Center provides assistance free of charge to people who choose not to hire lawyers for their divorce cases ... Deschamps said the court system has seen an explosion in the number of people representing themselves in family law cases. (Missoulian, MT)

    ELECTION 2008: Challengers plentiful in Division 4 judge race, none in Division 5  Jul 26, 2008
    Community affiliations: Active in professional associations such as the Arizona Committee on Juvenile Courts, Arizona Judges Association and National Council of Juvenile and Family Law Judges ... (For example, I am assuming Division 2 s family law caseload effective this month ... I would bring experience in a wide range of legal matters: criminal law, civil law, family law, bankruptcy law, even Indian law. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)

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