A few comments about international divorce
May 22, 2011
Today's families are frequently living internationally in some way. It's not uncommon for married couples to come from two different countries, and perhaps have children born in a third. Perhaps proper...
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Some information about the appeals process in divorce and other family law cases?
May 22, 2011
Sometimes a trial court does not produce a just, fair or equitable result for one or even both parties in a divorce or other family law dispute. In some cases, a party may have a basis for an appeal. W...
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10 important points couples should consider before getting married--Part 3
May 20, 2011
7.Tax Issues: Check Tax withholding status. Married filing jointly typically results in lower taxes and so you may want to adjust withholding, (but also know there might be circumstances under which ...
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10 important points couples should consider before getting married--Part 2
May 20, 2011
4. Managing Finances: The couple should determine whether they will have joint or separate accounts. They should also determine how expenses will be shared. Additionally,the couple should discuss what ...
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10 important points couples should consider before getting married--Part 1
May 20, 2011
Compatibility: Make sure that you and the other person have been together long enough to ascertain as much as possible that there's sufficient compatibility.
Conflict Resolution: Decide in advan...
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Collaborative divorce? What's that?
May 16, 2011
Collaborative divorce refers to a legal option for couples who wish to resolve disputes without having to go to court. Collaborative law is a viable alternative to litigation when both parties are will...
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What is the effect of disability benefits on retirement benefits in a divorce?
May 15, 2011
Disability retired pay is not divisible or disposable under USFSPA. If a service member receives half of his retirement benefits in the form of disability pay and his former spouse is entitled to 50% o...
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What is the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (SCRA)?
May 15, 2011
The SCRA was enacted December 19, 2003 and replaces the Soldiers and Sailors Civil Relief Act. The SCRA provides protections for active duty SMs by delaying prosecution of alawsuit filed against SMs (i...
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Additional tips for divorce action in Washington State
May 15, 2011
DO be honest and up front. Judges know when the children are being used and do not look highly upon such tactics.
DON'T spend $1,000 on attorney fees fighting over a $150 piece of furniture.
DO use g...
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Tips for divorce action in Washington State
May 15, 2011
DON'T put your children in the middle of your divorce. The divorce is between you and your spouse. The children are innocent victims not getting divorced.
DO show your children the love and attention ...
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