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Blog: Family Law

As you or a loved one grow older, it becomes important to know what options are available for long-term housing and care.
An important consideration for estate planning is a power of attorney.
When someone dies without a will, the laws of intestate succession determine how his or her estate is divided among eligible beneficiaries. These laws vary by state but typically prioritize the deceased’s surviving spouse, children,…
If you’re active on social media, turning to friends and followers for advice may be instinctual when you’re facing a life-changing decision. And few events can impact a person’s life more profoundly than divorce. Although social…
If you’re in the process of getting a divorce, you may be wondering what kind of child support arrangement the judge will order. Regardless of whether you‘ll be the one making or receiving payments, knowing the potential outcome of…
Once you make the decision to end your marriage, you may be eager to begin the process of filing for divorce as soon as possible. Unfortunately, divorce proceedings are complicated and can take months or even years to resolve. The…
It goes without saying that divorce is a major decision that can affect many aspects of your life — from your family dynamic to your finances to your day-to-day routine. Although there are certainly good reasons to end a marriage,…
Divorce proceedings — by their very nature — can be contentious. Even if ending the marriage was a mutual decision, it’s likely that you and your spouse will have at least a few disagreements regarding the terms of the split. If these…
It goes without saying that divorce is a stressful and time-consuming process. This is especially true if you and your spouse cannot agree on a child custody arrangement. You may be concerned about having a limited role in your…
Many agree that becoming a parent is one of life’s greatest joys. However, biological parenting is not an option for everyone. For those in this situation and for those who simply have a calling, adoption is a wonderful…
Family law helps govern the legal responsi­bilities between individuals who share a domestic connection. These cases typically involve parties who are related by blood or marriage, but it should be noted family law can also affect…