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adopting foster children - how my lawyer did it

Are you trying to adopt a child that you have fostered for quite some time? It can be difficult to get through the adoption process on your own. I know, I tried it myself. I had been fostering three siblings for nearly two years. I could not imagine living my life without them and could not see how they could do well if they were ever to be released from foster care back into the custody of their mother. With the assistance of a lawyer, those three kids are now mine forever. Learn how my lawyer worked to get this accomplished by visiting my website.

Equitable Distribution And What It Means To Your Divorce

Posted on August 2, 2021

The US, as far as divorce goes, is divided into two different legal categories: equitable distribution and community property. Almost every state follows the equitable distribution legal method when it comes to dealing with marital property and debts. If you live in an equitable distribution state, knowing what to expect is important, so read on to find out more. It's Not Necessarily An Equal Distribution With the moniker of equitable distribution, you might think things are meant to be split equally, but that is not always the way things go. [Read More]

What to Know About Child Custody Evaluation

Posted on May 10, 2021

If you are going through a divorce with children involved, you'll likely go through a child custody evaluation. This is an evaluation ordered by the court to look at the parenting techniques and mental health of either one or both of the parents. The custody evaluation can play a big role in your custody battle, which is why it helps to know more about this evaluation that you may have to go through. [Read More]

Who Can Pursue A Child Custody Case?

Posted on January 22, 2021

Child custody is an issue that can rapidly become contentious. Especially if there are concerns about how well someone might serve as a parent, this can lead to questions about who ought to have the right to custody of a kid. The American legal system, however, has a way to handle this question. Let's look at how the courts decide who can seek custody. Strong Preference for Biological Parents The biggest thing to remember is that the law has an established preference to place children with one of their two biological parents if at all possible. [Read More]

How To Get Ready For A Divorce

Posted on September 27, 2019

Divorce is a major change in anyone's life, and it can be an emotional time. The process is overwhelming, so you need to be as prepared as possible. Understandably, you likely have some concerns. Here are some ways to get yourself ready for a divorce: Know What to Expect To best prepare for a divorce, you should know what to expect as you move through the process. Take a moment to learn about the basic divorce laws in your state so you know your rights. [Read More]