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How to Minimize the Financial Effects of a Divorce

29th July 2024
The emotional stress you get from divorce proceedings is not the only thing that makes the entire process difficult. Either party also has to face the financial implications of separating. Considering that there has been a commingling of assets, a divorce could get messier when it comes to both parties’ financial interests. Overall, the process […]
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How to Adequately Prepare for a Child Support Hearing

23rd July 2024
Going through a divorce can be devastating and stressful. It gets even worse when it comes to sorting out child support. Being summoned to court for your first child support hearing can be frightening, especially if you're unfamiliar with the court process. However, this is something you shouldn't take lightly because it can significantly impact […]
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5 Questions to Ask Your Lawyer About Child Custody

22nd July 2024
When experiencing a divorce or separation with children involved, the focus inevitably shifts towards them. This typically necessitates obtaining legal representation to secure the most favourable outcome for your children. Numerous solicitors provide complimentary initial consultations to delve into your circumstances and explore how they can offer assistance. These consultations often incur charges based on […]
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How Does Collaborative Divorce Work and Is It Right for You?

2nd July 2024
Featured Partner It is widely known that navigating a divorce can be a difficult, contentious, and costly process. While most American divorces do not reach the dramatic levels seen on television, they are far from easy. Typically, divorces involve the assistance of lawyers, a significant amount of time, money, and sometimes even a lengthy trial. […]
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The Silent Suffering: How Elder Abuse Thrives

10th June 2024
Elder abuse is often described as a silent epidemic, lurking beneath the surface of our communities. While it can be uncomfortable to confront, it's crucial to acknowledge the sobering reality that elder abuse is far more prevalent than we might like to believe. Contrary to the stereotype that abuse only happens in impoverished families, it cuts across all socioeconomic lines. Victims can be found in upscale retirement communities and modest homes alike.
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Family Law in Germany

4th June 2024
Please introduce yourself to the readers of Lawyer Monthly.  We are specialized lawyers for family law and partners of the law firm Pilati + Fritz Rechtsanwälte.   For many years, we have passionately defended the rights and interests of our clients, particularly in complex and often emotionally stressful matters involving family law.  With our extensive experience […]
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How to protect your assets during a complicated divorce

2nd May 2024
Divorce can be an emotionally and financially draining process, particularly when it comes to the division of assets. In Ontario, the law aims to ensure a fair division, but "fair" doesn't always mean equal. Knowing how to protect your assets during a complicated divorce requires an understanding of Ontario laws, strategic planning, and often, professional guidance from a skilled family lawyer and civil litigation lawyer in Toronto who understands how to navigate complex divisions of assets. 
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German-American Probate and Inheritance Law: Expert Insight

1st May 2024
Siegwart German American Law is a boutique law firm specializing in German Law, cross-border representation and cross-border litigation, providing comprehensive solutions to cross-border and foreign law issues for individual and corporate clients. Lawyer Monthly recently caught up with Holger Siegwart to discuss the settlement of estates and estate litigation in Germany for US-based heirs or […]
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Benefits of Collaborative Divorce and Mediation in Illinois 

9th April 2024
How long have you been working with clients in Chicago in alternative dispute resolution - specifically collaborative divorce, and mediation?  While my entire 29-year career has been focused on the practice of family law, it was not until after about 10 years of practicing that I more adamantly focused on resolving issues outside of court. […]
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Collaborative Divorce in Nebraska

9th April 2024
Collaborative practice is a voluntary dispute resolution process. Collaborative divorce in Nebraska is a highly specialized area and only a small number of attorneys are certified to engage in this alternative to the traditional adversarial divorce process. Collaborative law is an alternative dispute resolution technique that helps promote communication and peace during a divorce or custody issue.  This technique is a proven problem-solving option to help divorcing couples achieve resolution without having to go to court, create additional hostilities or harm their children. Lawyer Monthly recently caught up with collaborative law expert and attorney - Kristin DeJarlais from Veritas Legal Associates - Lincoln, Nebraska to discuss collaborative law and collaborative divorce. 
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