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Category Archives: Family Law 101
“Just Right”: A parable of neckties and communicating with your lawyer
Who’s In the Court Room?
One of the concerns I hear from clients as we are preparing for both contested and uncontested divorce hearing is who is going to be in the court room with us? Family Courts, except for cases like child abuse and neglect matters, are open to the public and that means any one could be sitting [...]
What Happens After my Temporary Hearing?
A temporary hearing in a divorce case can set the tone for the rest of the matter. It is probably good to note right here that the decision made by a judge at a temporary hearing is temporary in nature (hence the name) and it carries no weight as far as what the trial judge [...]
Do You Get a Free Lawyer for Your Child Support Contempt Hearing?
One question I hear frequently is whether you can get a court-appointed attorney in your divorce or child support case. The answer is no. There is no constitutional right to have an attorney provided for you in a private family court matter like there is in a criminal prosecution or even in a DSS abuse [...]
Filing Bankruptcy Can Improve Your Family Life
Parenting and stress go hand-in-hand. Mix in being buried in debt, and the financial pressures can begin taking a toll on your family, your health, and your emotional well-being.
Going through tough financial times increases tension within the family and interferes with your relationship with your children and your spouse. Don’t let the situation make you [...]