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'Just Stop Saying That!'
Many experienced matrimonial lawyers have not yet been trained in the collaborative process. However, many litigators have learned that the language of collaboration will serve them admirably in their work and will enhance the outcome for their clients positively.
Recent International Conventions Will Affect Family Law Practice
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
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
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
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
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
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.
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Recent rulings of interest.
Estate Planning for Non-Citizens
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
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.

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