Family

In California Prenuptial Agreements Make Property Rights Clear On Divorce

Friday, February 24, 2012 by Galen Gentry

Prenuptial agreements in California have certain requirements to be valid. The party giving up rights must be represented by an independent lawyer, there must be financial disclosure between the parties the prenuptial agreement must not be unconscionable, there must not be any coercion, and the parties must understand what they are signing.... Read More

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Topic: Family Law

Child Support Amounts Can Be Changed By The Court If A Change In Circumstances Occurs

Friday, February 24, 2012 by Galen Gentry

The amount of child support can be increased or decreased by a motion to the court even after a divorce is completed. The key to whether the court will modify the amount of child support is whether the party who desires the change can prove a change in circumstances that warrants it.... Read More

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Topic: Family Law

Low(er) Cost Divorce Options in Washington: Self-Help

Tuesday, February 21, 2012 by Katie A. McGinley

Katie McGinley is a family law attorney, practicing in Vancouver, WA. You can check out her website at www.kmcginleylaw.com. Her email is: katie@kmcginleylaw.com, or phone: 360-693-0401, if you would like to contact her for a consultation.... Read More

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Topic: Family Law

The Fairness of the Judiciary - A Children's Fairy Tale

Wednesday, February 15, 2012 by

It finally happened. Every legal mentor I have ever encountered has told me that the day would come when I would face it directly. However, no matter the countless warnings, I stood there in shock when it happened. The politicalization of our judiciary slapped me hard and it was an experience I will never forget, because frankly, I can not afford to forget it.

In elementary school, we are taught that our "forefathers" decided that an appointment on the Supreme Court should... Read More

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Topic: Family Law

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