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Recent International Conventions Will Affect Family Law Practice
April 14, 2011
The U.S. Senate has "quietly" ratified two important international conventions. This article discusses what effect they will have on statutes in the U.S. that affect family support and international custody orders.
Tumultuous Year Ahead for Same-Sex Marriage
April 14, 2011
With trepidation from an advocacy community wary of the Supreme Court, the fight over same-sex marriage has now shifted to federal court.
Raising the Bar for Custody Evaluations
April 14, 2011
A recent decision provides a guiding beacon for identifying a number of forensic errors that are frequently encountered but often overlooked. It is, therefore, eminently instructive for custody courts, attorneys, and evaluators.
Estate Tax Repeal and Surprising Matrimonial Implications
March 18, 2011
The 2010 Tax Act estate tax provisions were a game-changer, the effects of which will be felt by matrimonial practitioners for many years. This article discusses possible issues, traps, or opportunities that might arise as a result of the new law.
Prenuptial Agreements for Catholics
March 18, 2011
Family lawyers should recognize the upheaval that may occur if the lawyer fails to spot a unique issue when a Catholic fianc'e is involved in the negotiation of a pre-nuptial agreement.
When the Mental Health Expert ' Isn't One
March 18, 2011
The process of adjudicating custody disputes is often perverted by self-identified experts whose knowledge of appropriate procedures and current research does not exceed that of the reasonably informed family court judge.
Litigation
February 28, 2011
Recent rulings of interest.
Estate Planning for Non-Citizens
February 28, 2011
In representing a person who is, or is married to, a non-citizen, it is important to recognize and understand the application of the United States estate and gift tax (as well as income tax) laws to non-citizens and persons married to non-citizens.
Obligations of a Reviewable Maintenance Recipient
February 28, 2011
Reviewable maintenance in Illinois, the focus of this article, is awarded to a spouse for a specific number of months or years, at the end of which the court is to review the award and decide whether or at what level maintenance is to continue.
'Pre-Nupitis' ' Diagnosis and Treatment
February 28, 2011
Lawyers must encourage clients who want a pre-nuptial agreement to address it early, honestly and frankly.Here's how.

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