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Category: Divorce
Five Good Reasons Why Prenuptial Agreements Are a Relationship’s Best Friend
Romance is on the minds of many in February. This month’s Five Good Reasons is about a topic that might not sound like the most romantic thing in the world, but trust me, it is a game-changer: prenuptial agreements! Yes, you heard me right – those legal documents can actually make your relationship stronger and … Continue reading Five Good Reasons Why Prenuptial Agreements Are a Relationship’s Best Friend
Children and Divorce: Reflections, Resources, and a Book Review
I am a little late to the game in reading the Neapolitan Novels by Elena Ferrante. Last night (more correctly early this morning), I was finishing the third book in the series of four, Those Who Leave and Those Who Stay. The stories and characters are captivating and all the accolades Ferrante … Continue reading Children and Divorce: Reflections, Resources, and a Book Review
A Few Words on the Practice of Family Law
The weekly newsletter of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (AAML) contains a professionalism tip and here is this week’s offering: Before you speak, let your words pass through three gates:"Is it true?" "Is it necessary?" "Is it kind?" This tip could well be the mantra of my practice style. I … Continue reading A Few Words on the Practice of Family Law
My advice: get advice and do things right the first time.
I shared my article on LinkedIn a while back. It's worth repeating. A growing trend in family law is to represent oneself. Recent statistics in Utah reveal that the vast majority of domestic relations cases filed are those where one or both parties are not represented by counsel (“pro se” is the legalese we use … Continue reading My advice: get advice and do things right the first time.
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