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Judge: Divorce Code Does Not Apply in Same-Sex Splits
December 22, 2010
An Allegheny County, PA, Common Pleas Court judge has rejected a woman's attempt to have a brokerage account she entered into with her same-sex partner of 20 years divided equally between the two by applying aspects of the state's Divorce Code to the dispute.
Social Networking
December 22, 2010
It is all too common for people to reveal on their social networking pages many intimate details of their lives. The use of such evidence in matrimonial matters is quickly on the rise, often providing a "smoking gun" moment for litigators.
Local Customs and Practices Cannot Determine Custody Cases
December 22, 2010
Recently, the Pennsylvania Superior Court published two opinions reiterating the well-established case law mandating a fact-specific analysis of children's best interests by the court in deciding custody disputes, as opposed to relying on local custom, practice or judicial norms.
College Expense Issues in Domestic Relations Cases
December 22, 2010
With college expenses going through the roof, divorcing parties are finding it harder to pay for them in the current economy. Statutory and case law throughout the nation should be reviewed to try to solve particular problems because this issue is going to be heavily litigated.
At 60 Billable Hours Per Week, You Have No Friends
December 22, 2010
Unlike the attorney classes of five years ago, the latest class of attorneys is feeling less pampered and is prepared to immediately accept firm productivity expectations. But are they happy?
Leading in a Time of Change
December 22, 2010
It is during this time of great upheaval that the need for leadership is greatest.
RFPs ' What's Important in 2011?
December 22, 2010
In 2010, law firms received on average three times the number of RFPs than they received in 2007. This means much more work for high-level partners and law firm marketers.
What Are Law Firms Doing to Develop The Next Generation?
December 22, 2010
It's a brand new year. What are law firms doing to develop the next generation of successful lawyers and rainmakers in 2011 and beyond?
Developing Client Loyalty Brings Both Firm Growth and Client Value
December 22, 2010
Today and in the future, a successful law firm's culture must include investment in the business-development sales engine. While classical marketing investments continue to be needed, they are no longer enough.
Get on the Winning Side of Alternative Fee Transactions
December 22, 2010
Marketers at mid- to large-sized firms can win more business from major corporate clients by offering alternative fee arrangements ("AFAs") ' despite the bipolar response of companies to them.

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