It does not happen often, but it is possible for a legally naturalized United States citizen to receive denaturalization. The chances of deportation have increased dramatically since the onset of […]
Till Death Do Us Part…Sort of
Till Death Do Us Part…Sort of
We know about buyer’s remorse. You know, the sick feeling in the stomach that screams we made a poor buying decision. Buyer’s remorse has now become a common theme of […]
All in the Family: An Overview of Child Support
All in the Family: An Overview of Child Support
For Martha Bailey, her recent divorce was a protracted nightmare. First, Martha lives in a fault state where each side tries to pin blame on the other side for causing […]
The D Word Part 2: An Overview of Divorce
The D Word Part 2: An Overview of Divorce
No other word creates more angst within the legal system than the angst caused by the “D” word. Yes, we are talking about divorce, the legal process that can irrevocably […]
HOW TO STOP DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
HOW TO STOP DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
According to the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence, almost 20 Americans per minute suffer from some type of physical abuse dished out by an intimate partner. During the course of […]
CHILD SUPPORT 101
CHILD SUPPORT 101
Child custody cases often include legal mandates for paying child support. The parent that receives the designation of non-custodial must pay a monthly stipend to cover the expenses generated by […]
LEGAL MINE FIELD: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT ADOPTION
LEGAL MINE FIELD: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT ADOPTION
If you and your spouse plan to grow your family through the adoption process, be prepared to jump through several legal hoops. Just ask Riley and Michelle of Des Moines, […]
AN OVERVIEW OF CHILD CUSTODY
AN OVERVIEW OF CHILD CUSTODY
In the 1979 Oscar nominated movie Kramer vs. Kramer, Dustin Hoffman and Meryl Streep play two parents locked in a bitter child custody battle. Although the film goes somewhat over […]
THE D WORD: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT DIVORCE
THE D WORD: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT DIVORCE
Sometimes, divorce is the only way to resolve marriage conflict. The quest to find lifelong love often ends up inside of a court room. Filing for divorce can create serious […]
AN OVERVIEW OF FAMILY LAW
AN OVERVIEW OF FAMILY LAW
Many lawyers cut their legal teeth in family law, before opting to pursue other niches within the legal profession. Family law encompasses numerous sub-niches that include divorce, child support, and […]