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New York Takes a Progressive Step with Uncontested Joint Divorce

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On January 31, 2025, the Chief Administrative Judge of the State of New York announced an inventive pilot program designed to change how the court system processes divorces, introducing the concept of "uncontested joint...more

Lerch, Early & Brewer

Getting Divorced or Separated? There’s an App for it!

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Even if you and your ex are on good terms, co-parenting presents significant logistical challenges. For those who do not have the best relationship with their ex, co-parenting can create conflict and tension....more

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How Much an Arizona Divorce Will Cost

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How Much Does a Divorce Cost? Insights from Attorney Larry Hirsch In this video, partner and family law attorney Larry Hirsch dives into one of the most frequently asked questions: "How much will my divorce cost?" Larry...more

Cozen O'Connor

When Payments Halt Progress: Dispute Resolution Via Parenting Coordination

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Canadian courts encourage parents and guardians to resolve conflict other than through court intervention, but some families still need a neutral decision-maker to move forward. Enter the parenting coordinator, an alternative...more

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Preparing for a High-Conflict Divorce: Tips and Strategies

Understanding the High-Conflict Dynamic - A high-conflict divorce is a tumultuous and emotionally charged process that can leave lasting scars on all parties involved. Unlike amicable separations, this type of divorce is...more

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Unpacking Pennsylvania's Uniform Family Law Arbitration Act

In Pennsylvania, House Bill 917 has been signed by the Governor and establishes the Uniform Family Law Arbitration Act (UFLAA). The Act provides families with an alternative to litigation in Court which is financially...more

Fox Rothschild LLP

Jewish Divorce Talk: Episode 8 - Narcissism and Parental Alienation Talk

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Host Eliana Baer and her guest Morton Fridman, M.D. have both seen a rise in narcissistic behavior, and subsequent parental alienation, in the observant Jewish community. Dr. Fridman is a board-certified psychiatrist and...more

Kohrman Jackson & Krantz LLP

Vacation Mode: Five Best Practices for Traveling with Shared Children

While vacations offer a wonderful way for families to spend quality time together as well as relax and recharge, for a parent who is separated from his or her spouse or is otherwise navigating a co-parenting relationship,...more

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Low Conflict Divorces Impact Children More Than You Think: Why Healthy Disagreements are Important for Future Relationships

Did you know that over half of all divorces result from low-conflict relationships? This may seem surprising, but it’s true. When a marriage ends in divorce, especially one that was low conflict, the impact on children can be...more

Lasher Holzapfel Sperry & Ebberson PLLC

Parenting Evaluators and Quasi-Judicial Immunity

When custody arrangements are in dispute and the parties cannot agree on a parenting plan, the trial court may order that a “parenting evaluator” be assigned to the case. The evaluator acts as a neutral, third-party who...more

Lasher Holzapfel Sperry & Ebberson PLLC

Strategies To Win Your Divorce Mediation

In Washington State, couples going through divorce are required to attend a mediation in an attempt to settle the case before trial, unless excused for reasons such as domestic violence. As a divorce attorney, I have prepared...more

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[PODCAST] JAMS Neutrals on Using Mediation to Navigate the Complexities of Family Law Disputes

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In this podcast, JAMS neutrals Hon. Grace G. Dickler (Ret.) and Hon. Karen G. Shields (Ret.) explore how the pandemic affected family law disputes, how virtual proceedings provided an avenue to keep cases moving forward and...more

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Bais Din: What is it and How is it Relevant to Divorce Proceedings?

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A Bais Din (also known as a Beth Din, Beit Din, or Beis Din), is a Rabbinical Court that resolves all types of disputes between people of the Jewish faith, from landlord/tenant disputes, to divorce and custody matters....more

Tarter Krinsky & Drogin LLP

Law Brief®: Rich Schoenstein and Morghan Richardson Discuss Trends in Divorce and Custody

On the latest episode, Matrimonial & Family Law Partner Morghan Richardson joins Host Rich Schoenstein to talk about current trends, including joint custody arrangements, pre-nuptial agreements covering pets, and the...more

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5 Benefits of Mediation for Family Law Resolution

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As a lawyer, judge, and now mediator, I have handled thousands of cases in multiple areas of the law. I have watched litigants navigate the court system and had the privilege of visiting multiple New York State courthouses to...more

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Mediating Divorce Relocation: A Path Worth Considering

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One of the most difficult issues in divorce litigation is the request by one parent to permanently relocate the children a great distance from the other parent. This is often a gut-wrenching situation because the result could...more

Lasher Holzapfel Sperry & Ebberson PLLC

5 Tips for Successful Dispute Resolution During Divorce

“Courage is what it takes to stand up and speak; courage is also what it takes to sit down and listen.” ~Winston Churchill- It’s easy to instinctively shy away from conflict and with good reason – given the choice, most...more

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Accessing Justice and Taking Control of Your Case

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Because the court system has been largely shut down due to the pandemic, parties should be motivated to resolve their disputes themselves in a litigant-friendly setting such as a domestic mediation. Only constitutionally...more

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