By Cheryl Miller | August 11, 2020
"The judicial branch cannot usurp the responsibility of the other two branches on a long-term basis to deal with the myriad impacts of the pandemic," Cantil-Sakauye said in a statement. "The duty of the judicial branch is to resolve disputes under the law and not to legislate."
By Erica Silverman | August 7, 2020
Midsize and small law firms across the U.S. are reporting increased activity in their family law practices since mid-March, especially in matters related to financial support and custody modifications for ex-partners, and more recently, in clients inquiring about divorce.
By Jonathan Ringel | August 6, 2020
The winner will take the seat of retiring Judge Clarence Seeliger, who made headlines last month when he ordered the removal of a Confederate memorial obelisk near the county courthouse.
New York Law Journal | Expert Opinion
By Eric Wrubel | August 6, 2020
Prior to March 18, 2020, fathers typically would demand 50/50 access time with their child following a divorce. Amid the pandemic, the custodial landscape has experienced a tectonic shift. Both litigants, lawyers and judges have had seismic experiences which will likely shift their approach to custodial issues in New York courts.
New York Law Journal | Expert Opinion
By George B. Daniels and Joel R. Brandes | August 4, 2020
The domestic relations exception was initially an exception to the exercise of diversity jurisdiction on the subject of divorce or alimony.
New York Law Journal | Analysis
By Daniel Pollack and Julia Sands | August 3, 2020
The persistent use of drugs and alcohol can lead to many health and mental health impairments. In particular, the incidence of co-occurring chronic substance abuse and child abuse/neglect and its effects on the ability to parent have been well documented.
By Jane Wester | August 3, 2020
The new measure effectively adds another seven months to the revival period, allowing "look-back" claims to be filed up until Aug. 14, 2021. To try to avoid a backlog in claims prior to the pandemic, the Office of Court Administration designated judges for the cases around the state and provided special training on issues related to child sex abuse.
By Angela Morris | July 30, 2020
Court statistics show the number of new divorce filings in Texas courts tanked during April, but grew steadily in May and June to land at higher numbers than in February, before the coronavirus pandemic hit the Lone Star State.
The Legal Intelligencer | Commentary
By Stephanie L. Jablon\ | July 30, 2020
All areas of legal practice have been impacted by COVID-19 closures and restrictions. However, the high emotions and challenging relationship dynamics involved in family law cases add another layer of difficulty to an already unprecedented time in the courts.
By Michael A. Mora | July 29, 2020
The likely future Hall of Fame running back was in the news on Wednesday, but it was not for his talent on the playing field.
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