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Adler Pollock & Sheehan P.C.

Newly Married? Young Parents? Start Your Estate Plan Now

Estate planning is not a task that often comes to mind for those who are newlyweds or those parents who are in the midst of raising young children. Either you’re still enjoying the post-wedding excitement and promise of a new...more

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Ever Considered a Career in Family Law?

Usually when I write a blog post I target either prospective clients or fellow practitioners. My hope is that the points I make resonate sufficiently to either direct a client my way, help a colleague to think of a problem in...more

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Challenging a Custody Decision in South Carolina: Understanding the Family Court Appeals Process

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The final judgment of your family court case was rendered; you are very dissatisfied and feel that somehow this decision was wrong. What recourse do you have to right this wrong? Filing an appeal is a tactic that can be used...more

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Iowa Divorce Law Is Changing: What Parents Need To Know About College Expenses

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Iowa courts have held the authority to order divorced parents to contribute to their children's college education expenses. This unique provision, outlined in the Iowa Code as the "postsecondary education subsidy," has been a...more

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"It's All My Fault"... But I'm Here To Tell You That Might Not Be True

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As a divorce and family law attorney, I often begin consultations by asking clients to share their stories. Some aren't sure where to start, so I encourage them to begin wherever it feels comfortable—whether that's the...more

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Florida Appeals Court Decisions Week of April 14 - 18, 2025

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U.S. Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals - Kinsale v. Pride of St Lucie - (Fla law) insurance, bad faith, duty to initiate settlement - Pipkins v. Hoover Ala - Fourth Amendment, deadly force - Vargas v. Lincare - False...more

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Employment Law Update: What Maryland Employers Need to Know About the General Assembly’s 2025 Session

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The Maryland General Assembly’s 2025 legislative session ended April 7 with only three bills passing that are employment-related and are expected to become law as Governor Moore has indicated he will not veto. Here are the...more

Fox Rothschild LLP

Appellate Division Says Disparagement of Counsel and Threats of Sanctions is Improper Judicial Behavior! You Think?

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The practice of family law is difficult. I have read that divorce ranks just below the death of a parent or child in terms of grief. The cases are often emotionally charged. This sometimes causes people to take bad positions,...more

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Navigating the Unique Challenges of LGBTQ Divorces in a Changing Legal Landscape

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The legalization of same-sex marriage in the United States in 2015 with the landmark Obergefell v. Hodges decision marked a monumental step toward equality. However, the journey does not end with marriage; LGBTQ couples face...more

Downey Brand LLP

Estate of Tarlow and the Spirit of the Law– When Sibling Rivalries Extend Beyond the Grave

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Justice Stephen Field wrote for a unanimous Supreme Court in the 1869 case of United States v. Kirby that “The reason of the law . . . should prevail over its letter.” Justice Field wrote these words in support of a decision...more

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The Partition Act: A Powerful Tool for Resolving Jointly Owned Property Disputes

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In the recently released decision of Ross v. Luypaert, 2025 ONCA 236, the Ontario Court of Appeal reaffirmed that a co-owner of real estate can compel the sale of jointly owned property under the Partition Act. The only...more

Tucker Arensberg, P.C.

Building your Family with Adoption

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What does a family mean to you? When is it time to start a family? And what will your family be? The experiences you have in establishing your family will be completely unique. And how you create your family will be exclusive...more

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Unauthorized Travel with Minor: The New Family Law Imposes Criminal Sanctions on Violators

The United Arab Emirates has recently passed a new personal status law, namely the Federal Decree Law No. 41 of 2024 (“Law”) that has brought about significant changes to the personal laws applicable to Muslim in the UAE,...more

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Understanding Senior Living Options with Beth Weeks

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In this episode of The Sandwich Generation Survival Guide, host Candace Dellacona interviews Beth Weeks, a registered nurse and co-founder of Senior Living Consultants of New York. Beth discusses the complexities of senior...more

DarrowEverett LLP

Why Victims Need an Attorney—Even When They Can't Drop the Case

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How often do we assume a victim controls the trajectory of a criminal case? In reality, although a victim may initiate the criminal complaint, their control ends there. Once the complaint is in the hands of the prosecuting...more

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Why You Need to Update Your Estate Planning After a Divorce

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Divorce is a major life change that affects far more than just your relationship status. One crucial—but often overlooked—aspect that needs immediate attention after a divorce is your estate plan. Failing to update your...more

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I’m Getting Divorced. What Happens to My Health Insurance?

One of the biggest issues in this country is healthcare. Specifically, the cost and payment for healthcare and directly related to that, health insurance. Under most family situations at least one family member works for an...more

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Considering Adoption in Rhode Island? Here’s What You Need to Know

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Adoption is a deeply transformative process, not only for the child but also for the birth parents and the adoptive parents. The decision to adopt or to place your child for adoption involves a range of legal, emotional and...more

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Executor Nominated by Decedent Deemed Unfit to Serve

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When is the executor nominated by the decedent in a will deemed unfit to serve as executor? Rarely – but a recent decision in Surrogates Court set forth the standard and deemed the nominated executor in that case unfit to...more

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Second Marriage Prenup: Protecting Your Assets and Loved Ones

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While second marriages represent a fresh start and an exciting journey, consider the potential financial and legal outcomes before you re-tie the knot. A prenuptial agreement (prenup), a contract that outlines both spouses’...more

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How to Divide Retirement Accounts During Divorce Amid Market Fluctuations

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Dividing retirement accounts during a divorce is already complex, but the process becomes even more complicated when you factor in market volatility.. Stock market fluctuations can dramatically change the value of retirement...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

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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

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Strategic HR Insights with Kelly Mitchell

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In this episode of Real Talk, Real Growth, host Linda Ostovitz welcomes Kelly Mitchell, owner of Impact HR. Kelly shares her extensive experience in the HR field, discussing the evolution of HR from traditional administrative...more

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Land Court’s Invalidation of Deed as the Result of Undue Influence Affirmed

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What constitutes undue influence sufficient to invalidate a deed? In Erikson v. Erikson, 105 Mass. App. Ct. 1115 (February 24, 2025), the Appeals Court of Massachusetts affirmed the Land Court’s invalidation of a deed on the...more

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