1. Research State Law Later in the process, you can consult an attorney to get more specific questions answered, but to start with, it's a good idea to get an overview of the divorce laws in the state where you live. Do your own research on reputable sites rather than asking friends or family, even […]
Being on the verge of divorce may be a frightening and stressful experience. What happens if you decide to start the divorce procedure or your partner unexpectedly serves you with a divorce complaint? The first step is finding a divorce lawyer. Many individuals are unfamiliar with the judicial system and can quickly become intimidated by […]
On Wednesday, June 1, American actor Johnny Depp won his defamation trial against his former wife Amber Heard, with Heard also losing the majority of her countersuit. Watched by millions, the televised court battle is one of the most famous defamation cases of all time, with the hashtag #justiceforjohnnydepp receiving around 19 billion views on […]
As evinced in the other elder law articles recently featured on the Lawyer Monthly site, elder law is a flourishing sector of law in the US and internationally.
Valemus family law partner Joanna Abrahams looks closely at the options (or lack thereof) available to those in the UK who turn to surrogacy as a route to having a baby. The ongoing war in Ukraine has trapped surrogates and babies in a conflict zone. It has also shone a very bright light on the […]
We’ve all been gripped, or should I say morbidly fascinated with, the most recent Depp and Heard trial in the United States. Depp is suing Heard for $50 million further to the article she wrote claiming to be “a public figure representing domestic abuse”, which Depp says cost him his career and his lucrative role […]
Amy Wilson Weymouth, Associate in the family team at Gardner Leader, explains everything you need to know about divorcing your business partner. Setting up a business with your spouse can be an exciting and thrilling time. The possibilities are endless as you look to the future and work together to achieve your business dream. Often […]
On April 6, the need for divorcing couples to place blame on one of themselves will end as no-fault divorce comes into effect for England and Wales after years of campaigning by family lawyers. They argue that the removal of blame from the divorce process will help more people to rebuild their lives and protect […]
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