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Letter from the Chairman
May 01, 2003
This issue of the <i>The Matrimonial Strategist</i> marks the beginning of a new approach to informative, down to earth, practical and instructive articles as a resource and tool in the everyday practice of lawyers in the matrimonial field. Our editorial team plans to focus even more on new trends in the law, innovative legal ideas, and also "minefields" to avoid in representing clients in this highly emotionally charged field of law.
Beyond DNA: Equitable Parentage
May 01, 2003
Recently, there has been a rise in cases brought by fathers who want to maintain relationships with children who are not their biological offspring. For example, in a recent case, a mother was estopped from claiming her child did not belong to the man who had been his putative father, even though DNA tests indicated that he was not the biological father. This article explores the various approaches attorneys can use to help their clients in these circumstances.
Working Well with Custody Experts
May 01, 2003
The first two parts of this article addressed issues surrounding pre-trial preparation of an expert, such as financial arrangements and scheduling, trial preparation and direct testimony. The conclusion herein discusses cross-examination and post-trial feedback.
Litigation
May 01, 2003
Recent rulings of interest to your practice.
Landlord & Tenant
April 01, 2003
Important rulings you should know.
Development
April 01, 2003
Recent cases of importance to you and your practice.
Real Property Law
April 01, 2003
Recent rulings of importance to your practice.
Index
April 01, 2003
An in-depth listing of all the cases discussed in this issue.
Tax Foreclosure Sales: What Notice Is Due?
April 01, 2003
To what extent does the increasing availability of information change statutory or constitutional obligations to provide notice of tax foreclosure proceedings?
Cases in Court
April 01, 2003
Guilty pleas have been entered for the first time under new Sarbanes-Oxley Provisions. On April 5, 2003, <i>The New York Times</i> reported that Richard Scrushy, former Chief Executive Officer for HealthSouth Corporation, the largest provider of diagnostic imaging, outpatient surgery, and rehabilitation services with locations in 50 states and abroad, has been targeted by regulators for allegedly helping to overstate the company's earnings by more than $2 billion during the past 6 years.

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