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Foreign judge delivers child custody blow to U.S. actress
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Latino groups raise domestic violence awareness
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Having children before marriage and the odds of divorce
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California Supreme Court ruling could impact property division
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Actor and estranged wife finally come to child custody terms
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Military divorce rates at an all time low since 2005
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Protections for domestic violence victims vary
Famous producer allegedly owes a bundle in child support
Impact of California domestic violence on minors
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The difference between marital and non-marital property
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The unspoken world of California domestic violence
Military divorce may signal end to insurance coverage
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Firearms and domestic violence: Legally incompatible in CA
New Year may be fitting time for child support evaluation
Bill may help service members in child custody cases
Seeking the right help in a military divorce in California
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NFL player with ill daughter allegedly doesn't pay child support
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Navigating the ins and outs of child custody matters
Educating young males about domestic violence proves vital
Protecting an inheritance in a divorce takes work
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Domestic violence in the spotlight
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California fitness coach arrested for nonpayment of child support
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Famous musician revamps child custody agreement
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NFL running back suspended for domestic violence case
Pattern of domestic violence preceded violent gun crime
Father brags about flouting child support guidelines on Facebook
Domestic violence monitoring not enforced by California sheriffs
NBA player seeks sole child custody if test shows paternity
June
Utilizing smartphones to pay child support could be ingenious
Halle Berry agrees to substantial child support payments
Deaths in domestic violence cases rose in Southern California
Divorcing couples are throwing parties in celebration
May
Man is apprehended on domestic violence charges
Famous actor gets a step closer to being a parent to his son
Actress' husband files for divorce and custody of unborn child
Senate bill would shield children from domestic violence
April
Domestic violence between singer/songwriter and musician wife
Former NFL football player has domestic violence charge
Ex-NFLer wins victory in three-year child custody case
Veterans and domestic violence are an ongoing problem
Location of divorce may affect famous couple's property division
March
Girlfriend reports domestic violence after sending ex to hospital
Ex-public official not above domestic violence charges
Child support does not necessarily include college tuition
Divorces in an instant are feasible in California
February
R. Kelly may face jail time for failure to pay child support
Mother denies actor visitation rights to see his daughter
New bills are being legislated to help domestic violence victims
Actor's ex seeking over $80,000 in child support to no avail
January
Difficulty in keeping guns away from domestic violence offenders
Even television stars cannot ignore child support orders
Domestic violence in California is on the rise
Property division key to financial success following divorce
Military divorce rates drop, especially amongst women
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Man faces domestic violence charges in California
Beyonce's father faces child support woes
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Why you should be aware of alimony reform efforts in the US
November
Keep your cool when it comes to co-parenting disputes
The unfortunate complexities of child support
Domestic violence victims have legal options to end the suffering
New divorce map shows varying rates around US
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Child support modifications: Litigation or mediation?
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Divorce's effects on young kids' relationships with their parents
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The truth about complex divorce litigation
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Opposition increases for permanent spousal support orders
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Filing taxes during and post-divorce
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Divorcing after a certain age poses unique challenges
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Insurance Considerations in a California Divorce
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California Child Custody and Back to School Decisions
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The Benefits of an Automatic Restraining Order in a Divorce
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Divorce: There Is Now an App For That
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Children's Voices Are Not Always Heard in Divorce
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Cellphone Evidence Plays Larger Part in Divorce
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February
Common Conflicts Lead to Orange County Divorce
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Are you considering adopting your stepchild? If so, that is wonderful and your stepson or stepdaughter is very fortunate to have you in their life. As you probably know, legally adopting your stepchild goes beyond marrying their mother or father. Once you legally adopt your stepchild, you become the child’s legal mother or father. Adoption means you become legally responsible for the child’s ...
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