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A man in Utah has been fighting for four years to get his daughter back. According to reports, R.M. fathered a child with his then-girlfriend who gave birth to a baby girl. Right before the baby was ...

A bill that just went through the Virginia Senate this month may spark debate across the state. If the bill is approved and signed into law, it will seriously affect adoptions. Known as the ...

This Christmas was bittersweet for one family that lost a father but gained an adopted sister. The man died just minutes after learning that the adoption of the 11-month-old baby was finalized by the ...

Once you and your spouse have made the decision to file for divorce , you should take a moment to speak with an attorney at the Law Office of Michael R. Young about alternative dispute resolution ...

In one state, some couples are so desperate to end their marriages that they paid an exorbitant amount of money to get fake annulment papers. Several judges found their signatures on annulment papers ...

Are you unhappy with your marriage and are considering an annulment ? If so, there are a few things you should know beforehand. Although it is different for everyone, annulments are ideal options for ...

An annulment is a legal action that is granted to a couple that declares their marriage invalid or not legally binding. It can be difficult to get an annulment, no matter what state you live in, but ...

News sources say that Dennis Quaid's wife of seven years filed for divorce this month in Texas. This marked the termination of his third marriage. Although the two are referred to solely by their ...

When singer Katy Perry announced that she was divorcing her comedian husband Russell Brand, the pair had to go through the property division process just like any other couple. Now, it appears a ...

The divorce between reality star Kim Kardashian and husband Kris Humphries may be televised. Some experts believe that the trial could go on for weeks even though the marriage lasted less than three ...

Thanks to the efforts of one state's senator, a new bill has been passed into law that will help deployed parents. Whereas some judges would not give primary custody to a parent that was often ...

Police in the state of South Carolina have detained a man that shot and killed another over an alleged child custody dispute. One more man was left wounded after the argument regarding his child and ...

Although there were rumors of a reconciliation, Heidi Klum and husband Seal have decided to move forward with the termination of their marriage. Klum filed the divorce papers last week in a California ...

A congressman in the state of Illinois received some unwanted media coverage last month. His ex-wife filed a lawsuit against him, claiming that he was a "deadbeat dad" and that he had failed ...

New sources say that a father has won the right to have his children come live with him. They are currently living with their mother in Israel, but have been ordered to return to the United States. ...

With the advent of advanced DNA testing, hundreds of inmates have been released from jail in the state of Texas. This same technique is being used for delinquent dads who are not actually the fathers ...

At the Law Office of Michael R. Young we have experience drafting a variety of different martial contracts. If you are interested in drafting a marital contract or agreement in an effort to protect ...

Perhaps it’s the high divorce rate, perhaps it’s nothing more than a lifestyle choice, but more and more people in today’s society are electing not to get married. That doesn’t mean people aren’t ...

Just because you and your spouse have decided to end your marriage, does not mean you cannot try to settle your divorce in an amicable fashion. Collaborative divorce provides a forum for spouses who ...

If you have a court order against another person that has become difficult to enforce, there are legal options that you can employ. When the person has knowingly failed to comply with the court order, ...

A new study shows that of couples who go through a period of separation, 79% of them will wind up filing for divorce. The research was presented at this year's Population Association of America ...

When it comes to talking to your children about your divorce , there may be no harder conversation that you will have. Being prepared for this important discussion will not only make it easier for ...

The divorce between a former president of Yahoo! and her husband appears to be reaching an end. After filing papers in 2007, the two have been fighting over the terms of their divorce until present. ...

According to the Associated Press, the divorce attorneys representing Frank and Jamie McCourt are expected to go through divorce mediation as soon as Friday in Los Angeles. The couple, who is going ...

The celebrity news source, TMZ, is reporting that Heidi Montag has secured representation from a divorce attorney. This step may show that Montag is serious about moving forward with her divorce from ...

While it seems as if every other week another Hollywood couple files for divorce, most of those couples head straight to divorce court. But one former hit TV star has chosen to settle his divorce ...

With more states and municipalities allowing same-sex marriages to take place, same-sex divorce also needs to be taken into consideration and some are wondering if the divorce rate amongst this ...

Perhaps it’s the high divorce rate, perhaps it’s nothing more than a lifestyle choice, but more and more people in today’s society are electing not to get married. That doesn’t mean people aren’t ...

Domestic partnership is available to same-sex couples and heterosexual couples in which one person in the relationship is 62 years or older. The state established domestic partnerships so those ...

A Councilman received some unwanted media coverage this month when he went before a court in El Centro City. News sources say that a judge granted a restraining order requested by his former lover who ...

On New Year's Eve it was reported that a sheriff was arrested for domestic violence inside of his home. According to news reports, the sheriff allegedly attacked his wife in front of their child ...

A recent statistic about Nevada is not one that the tourist bureau will be using to promote the state anytime soon. Based on statistics gathered by a national agency, Nevada allegedly has the highest ...

If you are divorced or legally separated, the judge will have issued a variety of court orders before your divorce or separation was finalized. This might include a child support order, a child ...

Recently, a restraining order was requested by the wife of a late painter against his live-in girlfriend. Shortly after Thomas Kinkade passed away, his wife learned that his girlfriend had already ...

When it comes to talking to your children about your divorce , there may be no harder conversation that you will have. Being prepared for this important discussion will not only make it easier for ...

Thanks to the efforts of one state's senator, a new bill has been passed into law that will help deployed parents. Whereas some judges would not give primary custody to a parent that was often ...

New sources say that a father has won the right to have his children come live with him. They are currently living with their mother in Israel, but have been ordered to return to the United States. ...

A man in Utah has been fighting for four years to get his daughter back. According to reports, R.M. fathered a child with his then-girlfriend who gave birth to a baby girl. Right before the baby was ...

Although mothers and fathers have yet to experience parity in child custody cases, fathers across the country are seeing their rights change and grow. In most cases, the court still tends to award ...

The number one reason for marital stress links directly to the subject of finances. With the current economic climate, this is causing even more stress and more divorces are on the horizon. Often ...

If you and your spouse have decided to file for divorce , there are ways you should go about telling your children. The American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry offers these suggestions to ...

Once you and your spouse have made the decision to file for divorce , you should take a moment to speak with an attorney at the Law Office of Michael R. Young about alternative dispute resolution ...

A court date has been set in the ongoing divorce battle between Los Angeles Dodgers owners Frank and Jamie McCourt. This hearing will address whether the Major League Baseball team will remain in the ...

Here’s an interesting story out of North Carolina: When Cynthia Shackelford found out her husband had cheated on her, she sued the “other woman” for breaking up her marriage—and won! Shackelford ...

Some experts believe that the increase in juvenile cases of sexual abuse has risen due to the increase of pornography online. A report released by the FBI shows that pornography is highly influential ...

Although it can be a difficult time for any family, there are steps you should take if your child has been charged with a crime. When it comes to juvenile cases there are several ways to help your ...

A new study shows that of couples who go through a period of separation, 79% of them will wind up filing for divorce. The research was presented at this year's Population Association of America ...

While many people may think that a legal separation and divorce is the same thing, there are some important distinctions between the two. If you and your spouse are contemplating a divorce but don't ...

Now that his wife has gone missing, a Signal Mountain husband has filed for legal separation . According to police records, Gail Nowacki Palmgren has been reported missing since April 30. She was last ...

The number one reason for marital stress links directly to the subject of finances. With the current economic climate, this is causing even more stress and more divorces are on the horizon. Often ...

At the Law Office of Michael R. Young we have experience drafting a variety of different martial contracts. If you are interested in drafting a marital contract or agreement in an effort to protect ...

It’s important for all married people to ensure their property rights and wishes in regards to property division, alimony, child custody and child support are protected. And while filing a prenuptial ...

If you've been living with your partner for an extended period of time and have shared financial and emotional responsibilities with your partner, you may have what is considered a common-law ...

One city is trying to cut down on the divorce rate by passing legislation for temporary marriage licenses. According to city officials in Mexico City, the idea behind temporary marriage licenses is ...

Although women have certainly taken a stronger role in the job market when compared to decades ago, men are still under pressure to be the breadwinners in the family. According to a recent survey ...

If you are planning to get married, you will need to decide whether you’d like to apply for a public marriage license or a confidential marriage license. Public Marriage Licenses Benefits of a public ...

In order to obtain a marriage license in the state of California, you must meet the following requirements: Marriage licenses will only be granted to an unmarried man and an unmarried woman. Show ...

It’s important for all married people to ensure their property rights and wishes in regards to property division, alimony, child custody and child support are protected. And while filing a prenuptial ...

One of the best things about marriage is the rights and benefits awarded to each spouse by the state. Under California law, every couple that enters into marriage will be awarded the following: ...

When can Child Custody Orders be Modified? In the state of California, child custody orders may be modified at any time. However, in order for a parent to seek modification to a court order, he or she ...

Are you finding that you cannot afford to pay child support? If so, know that you are not alone as many parents are having financial difficulties due to the current economy and high unemployment rate. ...

After a divorce , an individual who was ordered to pay spousal support can seek to modify the spousal support arrangement under certain circumstances. Generally, the individual will need to prove ...

Parental Alienation is a type of behavior in which a parent interferes with a child’s relationship to his or her other parent. Parental alienation is usually intentional, and typically arises in ...

The rules regarding child support can be tricky and convoluted, making a Riverside family lawyer essential for sorting through them. While most people believe that the custodial parent will always be ...

If you are not married to the father of your child, it is still important to establish paternity rather than deal with long legal battles later on in your child's life. The most important reason for ...

Although the announcement of Ryan Phillipe and Reese Witherspoon's divorce is old news, Phillipe is making headlines again as he finds himself in the center of a paternity matter. According to People ...

The former wife of a famous actor received an extra-nice Christmas present this year. Once the divorce is finalized, she could take away half of his net worth of $830 million. While the actor has been ...

While the husband of a TV reality show star has been fairly mum since his wife announced their divorce , he is being silent no longer. Although the two were married for just 72 days, their divorce is ...

This week, it was revealed that actress Hilary Duff and her soon-to-be husband, Mike Comrie, signed a prenuptial agreement prior to their wedding. The New York Post reported that the couple made sure ...

The divorce between a former president of Yahoo! and her husband appears to be reaching an end. After filing papers in 2007, the two have been fighting over the terms of their divorce until present. ...

If you are going through a divorce in the state of California and your spouse has long-term employment, he or she may have accumulated pension, retirement (401k) and/or profit sharing benefits. As you ...

Sometimes, married people in the state of California that are planning to file for divorce do so because of infidelity. While cheating can wreak havoc on a marriage and people may decide to divorce or ...

Recently, a restraining order was requested by the wife of a late painter against his live-in girlfriend. Shortly after Thomas Kinkade passed away, his wife learned that his girlfriend had already ...

A community is discussing the murder-suicide that took place less than a week after an estranged wife was denied a restraining order . Despite multiple charges filed against the husband, who shot ...

Several reports show that a man was arrested for violating a restraining order last week in Sudbury. According to the official police report, officers were called to the home of a young woman who had ...

A bill that just went through the Virginia Senate this month may spark debate across the state. If the bill is approved and signed into law, it will seriously affect adoptions. Known as the ...

Two women are finding it difficult to terminate their marriage and are trying to get divorced, but may not be able to due to their unique circumstances. The two were married in 2005 in Ontario, ...

Now that more and more same-sex couples are having children together, the issue of child custody in the case of separation has become an issue. A lesbian couple brought their case before several ...

Two-time presidential candidate John Edwards and his wife Elizabeth Edwards have filed for legal separation . The separation doesn’t really come as a shock, considering John’s affair with videographer ...

There have been several reports that movie-star couple Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie are separating. Although the couple is not legally married, it is rumored the pair has already signed the paperwork ...

As more women enter the workforce, the dynamics of divorce settlements are shifting. While men used to be responsible for making alimony payments, there are now many financially successful women who ...

Depending on your financial situation, you may find it more advantageous to pay off your alimony in one lump sum. Rather than having to worry about missing a monthly payment, you can petition a ...

Are you getting a divorce ? If so, you may either be asked to pay alimony or request that alimony be paid to you. These payments will be in addition to the division of property and assets that will ...

This Christmas was bittersweet for one family that lost a father but gained an adopted sister. The man died just minutes after learning that the adoption of the 11-month-old baby was finalized by the ...

Recently, 100 children from one state were adopted in just one day as part of National Adoption Day. The holiday started 11 years ago to encourage individuals and couples to become adoptive parents. ...

Are you considering adoption? If so, you need to understand what a closed adoption is and how it can affect your decision to adopt. In a closed adoption, the birth parents will not know who adopted ...

If you are not married to the father of your child, it is still important to establish paternity rather than deal with long legal battles later on in your child's life. The most important reason for ...

In Prescott, Arizona, it has been confirmed that the mother of sextuplets who are the stars of a reality TV series has filed for legal separation from her husband and also intends to seek sole custody ...

When can Child Custody Orders be Modified? In the state of California, child custody orders may be modified at any time. However, in order for a parent to seek modification to a court order, he or she ...