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Best Strategies When Facing Divorce as a Same-Sex Couple

Same-sex divorces involve unique complexities, necessitating comprehensive strategies to address issues such as property division, legal rights, and child custody. Asset division, child custody arrangements, alimony, and child support in a same-sex divorce can have unique challenges due to variations in the legal recognition of same-sex marriage. Mediation can be beneficial, offering a less adversarial and potentially

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A Woman in Distress Sitting in a Corner

Domestic Violence: A Growing Issue

Domestic violence encompasses physical, emotional, psychological, financial, and sexual abuse, all harmful and unacceptable. Domestic violence, solely the fault of the abuser, can happen to anyone, regardless of their personal characteristics. Leaving abusive relationships requires careful planning, support, and resources, which may not always be readily available. Multiple resources, such as hotlines, shelters, support groups,

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Person Driving and Drinking

Drunk Driving: What are the Consequences

DUI is a serious offense with grave consequences. It is important to understand the severity of DUI and its potential impact on your life, the safety of others, and the legal consequences of it. Possible criminal penalties for a conviction include fines, jail time, and community service. Financial losses due to drunk driving accidents can

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Acting as Attorney-In-Fact for Real Estate Property Management: What are Your Responsibilities?

Understand your duties and obligations as an Attorney-in-Fact for real estate property management. Maintain complete and accurate records of all transactions so that they can be easily accessed. Go above and beyond to keep the property well-maintained and in good condition. Responsibly handle financial matters such as paying bills, collecting rent, and managing finances. Be

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3 people talking

Fighting for the Wrongly-Accused in Your Community

Get involved with local organizations that advocate for the rights of the wrongly accused. Educate yourself about wrongful accusations and how they can occur. You can do this by researching. Speak up and advocate on behalf of those accused when you see clear examples of wrongful persecution or prosecution. Support individuals who have been wrongly

Read More
client signing a document with a house model in front

The Ins and Outs of Property Law: Navigating Government Processes

Property law governs ownership, use, and transfer. Types of ownership include sole ownership, joint tenancy, and trusts.  Common property disputes include boundary, zoning, landlord-tenant, eminent domain, and easement issues.  Government processes involve obtaining permits and licenses, complying with zoning laws, and dealing with property tax assessments.  A real estate lawyer can assist in negotiating contracts,

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domestic abuse

Escaping Domestic Abuse: How to Rebuild Your Life and Start Over

Seek out supportive family, friends, a therapist or counselor, or support groups specifically for victims of domestic violence Get legal help to file a restraining order or seek custody of any children involved Reclaim financial independence by accessing your bank accounts and credit cards Take time for self-care, find supportive people around you, reach out

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Writing a last will, with scattered crumpled paper

Taking Care of Your Estate Now to Protect Your Descendants Later

• Establishing a will or trust ensures that your wishes and the interests of your descendants are protected after death.  • Creating a living will and appointing someone as power of attorney can provide further assurance for medical and financial decisions.  • Consulting with a probate lawyer and setting up beneficiary designations can help ensure

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family eating together

Resolving Family Conflicts in Your Community

• Lack of education leads to disagreements, so providing educational programming and resources for those in need is important. • Poor communication can also cause tension, so organizations should host workshops to teach active listening and assertive language use. • Cultural differences can be addressed through multicultural festivals or intercultural dialogues. • Will and trust

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lawyer helping a couple go through divorce

Divorce Proceedings: Everything You Need to Know About the Process

Understand the legal requirements for filing for a divorce in your state. Have copies of any documents related to your marriage and financial documents such as tax returns and bank statements. Consider hiring an attorney specializing in family law to protect your rights throughout the process. An experienced lawyer can provide information about your legal

Read More
divorce agreement

Best Strategies When Facing Divorce as a Same-Sex Couple

Same-sex divorces involve unique complexities, necessitating comprehensive strategies to address issues such as property division, legal rights, and child custody. Asset division, child custody arrangements, alimony, and child support in a same-sex divorce can have unique challenges due to variations in the legal recognition of same-sex marriage. Mediation can be beneficial, offering a less adversarial and potentially

Read More
A Woman in Distress Sitting in a Corner

Domestic Violence: A Growing Issue

Domestic violence encompasses physical, emotional, psychological, financial, and sexual abuse, all harmful and unacceptable. Domestic violence, solely the fault of the abuser, can happen to anyone, regardless of their personal characteristics. Leaving abusive relationships requires careful planning, support, and resources, which may not always be readily available. Multiple resources, such as hotlines, shelters, support groups,

Read More
Person Driving and Drinking

Drunk Driving: What are the Consequences

DUI is a serious offense with grave consequences. It is important to understand the severity of DUI and its potential impact on your life, the safety of others, and the legal consequences of it. Possible criminal penalties for a conviction include fines, jail time, and community service. Financial losses due to drunk driving accidents can

Read More
atty.

Acting as Attorney-In-Fact for Real Estate Property Management: What are Your Responsibilities?

Understand your duties and obligations as an Attorney-in-Fact for real estate property management. Maintain complete and accurate records of all transactions so that they can be easily accessed. Go above and beyond to keep the property well-maintained and in good condition. Responsibly handle financial matters such as paying bills, collecting rent, and managing finances. Be

Read More
3 people talking

Fighting for the Wrongly-Accused in Your Community

Get involved with local organizations that advocate for the rights of the wrongly accused. Educate yourself about wrongful accusations and how they can occur. You can do this by researching. Speak up and advocate on behalf of those accused when you see clear examples of wrongful persecution or prosecution. Support individuals who have been wrongly

Read More
client signing a document with a house model in front

The Ins and Outs of Property Law: Navigating Government Processes

Property law governs ownership, use, and transfer. Types of ownership include sole ownership, joint tenancy, and trusts.  Common property disputes include boundary, zoning, landlord-tenant, eminent domain, and easement issues.  Government processes involve obtaining permits and licenses, complying with zoning laws, and dealing with property tax assessments.  A real estate lawyer can assist in negotiating contracts,

Read More
domestic abuse

Escaping Domestic Abuse: How to Rebuild Your Life and Start Over

Seek out supportive family, friends, a therapist or counselor, or support groups specifically for victims of domestic violence Get legal help to file a restraining order or seek custody of any children involved Reclaim financial independence by accessing your bank accounts and credit cards Take time for self-care, find supportive people around you, reach out

Read More
Writing a last will, with scattered crumpled paper

Taking Care of Your Estate Now to Protect Your Descendants Later

• Establishing a will or trust ensures that your wishes and the interests of your descendants are protected after death.  • Creating a living will and appointing someone as power of attorney can provide further assurance for medical and financial decisions.  • Consulting with a probate lawyer and setting up beneficiary designations can help ensure

Read More
family eating together

Resolving Family Conflicts in Your Community

• Lack of education leads to disagreements, so providing educational programming and resources for those in need is important. • Poor communication can also cause tension, so organizations should host workshops to teach active listening and assertive language use. • Cultural differences can be addressed through multicultural festivals or intercultural dialogues. • Will and trust

Read More
lawyer helping a couple go through divorce

Divorce Proceedings: Everything You Need to Know About the Process

Understand the legal requirements for filing for a divorce in your state. Have copies of any documents related to your marriage and financial documents such as tax returns and bank statements. Consider hiring an attorney specializing in family law to protect your rights throughout the process. An experienced lawyer can provide information about your legal

Read More
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