“When Can You Appeal A Family Law Decision?” So you had a family law contested hearing or trial…and you lost on an issue that is very important to you. What next? Can you appeal the decision? An appeal must be based on one of two grounds: either the judge applied the wrong law or misapplied the correct law, or the judge exceeded his or her discretion to a degree that it is considered an abuse of...
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“Why There Is So Much Anger In Family Law: The Fear Factor”
"Why There Is So Much Anger In Family Law: The Fear Factor" Getting through a contested family law matter can be very traumatic, psychologically speaking. It is not just emotional content of the case, but it is stress and anger. It can be hard to see clearly through the feelings and anxiety. Other times, you can see these factors working on your ex: angry and irrational behavior that does not...
How To Make Custody And Visitation Orders Enforceable
No one wants to have to enforce court orders in a custody or visitation context, but when you do, your orders need to be actually enforceable.
“When Are Emergency Orders Appropriate In Family Law Cases?”
Discussion of the uses and times when emergency (ex parte) custody orders are appropriate and may be granted by a family law judge
“What Happens When My Ex Dates Someone With Kids?”
Discussion of the issues presented when families are blended after a separation.
What To Do When You Are Served With A Restraining Order
Video regarding restraining orders and what to do when you are served with one.
What To Do (And What Not To Do) When Texting In A Family Law Case
Best practices for using text messages for communication and evidence purposes in custody and visitation disputes.
Common Questions About Child Support
Discussion of commonly presented issues when setting court-ordered child support or litigating income amounts.
Preparing Yourself For Family Law Court
Tips and comments on how to best prepare to appear before a family law judge.
“Advantages of Mediation In Family Law”
“Advantages of Mediation In Family Law” There are limits to mediation in family law and some factual disputes which simple need to go through a trial, but if you are able to mediate your issues and come to an agreement, there are some significant advantages. Here are a few of them: 1. Schedules that actually work. If you force a judge to set your visitation schedule, it is not going to be...