Family Legal Guides (562 found)

Written by Jennifer Norton Weil
New Jersey's Family Leave Act (FLA) is similar to the Federal Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), with some important differences. If you work in New Jersey, you need to know whether you might be eligible for FLA leave. You should know what to do under the FLA and what to watch out for.
4 of 5 users found this helpful. Posted in Employment / Labor 12 months ago. Jurisdiction: New Jersey

Written by Pieter M Droppert
This guide discusses some of the questions to ask when considering an appeal of a decision by a New Jersey family court judge.
4 of 5 users found this helpful. Posted in Family 8 months ago. Jurisdiction: New Jersey

Written by Elisabeth Celeste Crampton
When faced with the possibility of a divorce or custody issue, here are specific reasons why seeing a family law attorney right away can save you from problems later:
21 of 26 users found this helpful. Posted in Divorce / Separation 12 months ago. Jurisdiction: California

Written by Alan Roel Rothstein
Parents seeking custody in California (and many other states) are required to see a Family Court Services mediator before a judge can issue custody and visitation orders
13 of 15 users found this helpful. Posted in Child Custody 12 months ago. Jurisdiction: California

Written by Jeffrey Patrick Bassett
What do you do when the Department of Children & Families comes knocking at your door? It's important to know your rights and to understand the legal process.
3 of 5 users found this helpful. Posted in Child Abuse 11 months ago. Jurisdiction: Federal

Written by Lisa A. Vance
With the current economic crunch, more and more Texans are looking inwards to solve problems they might otherwise have hired a lawyer to answer. While representing yourself in many legal quandaries can be perilous, there are some worries that can be wrapped up without a law degree.
4 of 6 users found this helpful. Posted in Divorce / Separation 10 months ago. Jurisdiction: Texas

Written by Lisa A. Vance
Not every problem requires a law degreed solution. Knowing how and when to hire a family lawyer, and how much legal help you really need, will go a long way to keeping Texas legal fees at a reasonable rate.
Posted in Uncontested Divorce 10 months ago. Jurisdiction: Texas

Written by Christopher C. Hedges
New local family law rules in Lake County, Indiana aspire to make family law issues, including divorce, separation, and custody issues less contentious and more focused on coming to a solution that is best for all involved, especially the children.
0 of 2 users found this helpful. Posted in Family 8 months ago. Jurisdiction: Lake County, IN

Written by Christopher Michael Schmiedeke
If you are served with a lawsuit via a constable or private process server, you must file an answer to that lawsuit.
1 of 1 users found this helpful. Posted in Family 8 months ago. Jurisdiction: Texas

Written by Phillip A. Arieff
A clear explanation of Temporary Restraining Orders and Injunctions(domestic and child abuse, harassment) in Wisconsin
3 of 4 users found this helpful. Posted in Family 6 months ago. Jurisdiction: Wisconsin

Written by Maury Devereau Beaulier
Disparate treatment of fathers has been recognized in family court proceedings. All too often father's are viewed as inferior parents based on outdated social mores and inherent personal bias of those involved in family law proceedings. Legislation has been proposed to curb such abuses.
4 of 6 users found this helpful. Posted in Family 6 months ago. Jurisdiction: Minnesota

Written by Maury Devereau Beaulier
Our society has become increasingly mobile over the past several decades. As a result, parents often seek to relocate away from the other parent after custody has been determined. Such relocations can wreak havoc on family relationships.
1 of 2 users found this helpful. Posted in Child Custody 6 months ago. Jurisdiction: Minnesota

Written by Gina Nicole Policastri
When you need an emergency order from the court that is not related to domestic violence, follow these steps. Disclaimer: this guide is not, nor is it intended to be, legal advice. You should consult an attorney for advice regarding your individual situation.
0 of 1 users found this helpful. Posted in Family 4 months ago. Jurisdiction: Santa Clara County, CA

Written by Diana Lucia Martinez
In today's economy, many people feel trapped in their marriage, believing that the only option for divorce is a costly court battle. There are other options. What follows are examples of the average costs associated with different divorce options based on the level of conflict.
0 of 2 users found this helpful. Posted in Divorce / Separation 6 months ago. Jurisdiction: Los Angeles County, CA

Written by Carolyn Annette Elsey
Knowing how to get on a docket and get your case heard is critical if you're going to represent yourself in family court. This guide explains the steps you need to follow.
9 of 9 users found this helpful. Posted in Family 5 months ago. Jurisdiction: Washington

Written by Carolyn Annette Elsey
At any point in a case, you can get an emergency restraining order, called an Ex Parte Restraining Order. If you have the patience to follow the correct procedure, you can help protect yourself, your kids and your assets.
3 of 3 users found this helpful. Posted in Family 5 months ago. Jurisdiction: Washington

Written by Duane L. Coker
For many, the first they know about a family law case involving them is when they're served. Regardless how you find out about your pending lawsuit in Denton County, you should always seek the advice of an attorney right away. However, there's another way to get additional info about your case.
Posted in Family 3 months ago. Jurisdiction: Denton County, TX

Written by Joseph John Russell
This article is intended to serve as a general guide to Family Law Appeals in New Jersey.
Posted in Family 3 months ago. Jurisdiction: New Jersey

Written by Joshua Tobias Hershon
People with specific hardships can save those expensive court filing fees by applying for a fee waiver. Here's how...
Posted in Family 14 days ago. Jurisdiction: California

Written by Randall Mark Kessler
Family Law covers so many areas, from gradparents rights, to custody to support and prenuptial agreements. We have listed answers to these questions at: http://kssfamilylaw.com/FAQS/ , but the best thing to do is to research as much as you can and find a lawyer who will listen to you.
Posted in Family 7 days ago. Jurisdiction: Georgia