More Ado About Trusts
When I posted about When to Hire an Estate Planning Attorney, I mentioned some of the considerations for determining whether or not you might want to consult an attorney. Included in this discussion was the potentially complex nature of trusts, including those such as Special Needs Trusts. I cannot emphasize the value of trusts enough. They solidify [...]
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What Does “Family Law” Really Mean?
As attorneys we often take for granted the fact that certain legal issues are referred to under all encompassing umbrella terms that may not be immediately apparent. For example, Estate Planning uses various tools such as wills and trusts, and the estate may ultimately pass through the Probate Court system. This is entirely separate from the probation or [...]
How Does a “Typical” Adoption Work?
Adoption is one of the few areas falling under Family Law that brings to mind a sense of hope and happiness, the building of one’s family. The process of adoption, however, can be quite daunting. Adoption laws can vary not only by state, but also according to the country in which you are adopting. The process [...]
Lesbians Unable to Adopt Birth Children in Florida
A lesbian couple in Florida is one of many facing legal battles in regards to the children they biologically carried. Laura Cavin and Sheri Green are the parents of a set of quadruplets who recently reached their first birthday. Through the utilization of reproductive medicine, the women were able to achieve their hopes of parenthood together. [...]
What to do if You Have a Run in With The Police
Having to interact with the police can be a stressful and intimidating experience, especially if you are being accused. here are some general tips to keep in mind should you have a run in with law enforcement. Keep in mind that: You can say no. If law enforcement officials request to search your house, your car [...]
