Family Law

Tips to Help Divorced Parents Make Halloween Fun For Their Children

Posted on October 29, 2009
What should you do for Halloween in order for everyone to have a good time, despite the fact that you're no longer living in the same house together as a family?  Divorce360.com compiled the following tips from several experts to help with this situation: Keep children informed...

Now Is The Time to Make Sure That Your Holiday Visitation is Specified

Posted on October 28, 2009
As the fall air turns crisp and cold and the days grow shorter, we are reminded that the holidays are just around the corner. Thanksgiving, Hanukkah, Christmas Eve, Christmas are often the most celebrated and traditional family holidays, and now is a good time to make sure that you and your co-parent are on the same page...

How to Protect Your Interests When D.S.S. Takes Your Children

Posted on October 26, 2009
My firm represents people in cases where the Department of Social Services has removed their children.  In fact, I am frequently hired by individuals who want to fight D.S.S. and have their children returned.  I am fortunate to have developed a good reputation in these cases over the years...

Guide to Family Law Cases in South Carolina

Posted on October 23, 2009
Do You Know the Answers to These Important Questions? Do you need an attorney? What should you consider when hiring a family law attorney? What are the most common mistakes spouses make when divorcing? What can you do to increase your chances of getting custody? How can you help your children during a Family Court case? What mistakes can cost you a fortune? How can you protect yourself before filing for divorce? What steps can you take to reduce the pain and expense of divorce? How can you protect your assets during a divorce? How can you protect yourself when being accused of child abuse or neglect Find out the answers in our free special report 'Guide to Family Law Cases in South Carolina'...

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Divorce Can Be Difficult, Even for Professional Broadcasters

Posted on October 20, 2009
I explain to my clients that a divorce is like a death – the death of a relationship.  As such, everyone deals with it in different ways, with some quickly accepting its reality, while others struggle to accept what is happening. Some might think that a professional broadcaster, someone who talks for a living, would be more comfortable than the average man while testifying at his divorce hearing...

How to Use Financial Experts More Effectively

Posted on September 30, 2009
If you intend to use a financial expert in your Family Court case, you should consider the following five most important aspects: Find the best your case can afford.  Usually the cost differential between a pedestrian expert and a very good one is not that great; however, the quality the very good expert brings is far superior...

Five Steps to Post-Divorce Happiness

Posted on September 28, 2009
To achieve a positive outlook and keep the emotional baggage from undermining your life after divorce, you should consider the following five steps to achieve post-divorce happiness: Acknowledge that you are grieving and deal with the emotions. Put your children's best interests first...

Meditation for Successful Lawyers

Posted on September 25, 2009
The following Guest Post is from retired attorney Sonia Gallagher: As an attorney who practiced in several fields of law in Florida and had my own Law Firm, I know that the law is an unforgiving profession.   Being a lawyer requires a commitment of tireless dedication and perfection...

Twitter-Cast of Hot Tips from the Coolest Domestic Law Practitioners

Posted on September 22, 2009
As my readers know, I spoke last week at "Hot Tips from the Coolest Domestic Law Practitioners" presented by theSouth Carolina Bar.  I also provided live coverage of this seminar via Twitter, and if you were not able to attend the seminar, you can check out the Twitter-cast by clicking HERE...

Ten Best Websites for Family Court Attorneys

Posted on September 18, 2009
Today, I am speaking at "Hot Tips from the Coolest Domestic Law Practitioners" presented by the South Carolina Bar.  This annual seminar features some of South Carolina 's most experienced and talented Family Court trial attorneys and judges, and I am honored to be presenting the "10 Best Websites for Family Court Attorneys": ISP List – This site contains addresses for the legal departments for virtually all cell phone carriers, internet service providers, social media services, and similar companies to assist in the service of Subpoenas, Court Orders, and other legal documents...

Directory of State-Specific Family Law Blogs

Posted on September 18, 2009
Several years ago, I published a list of state-specific Family Law blogs. I am pleased to present an updated list, which is several times larger than the original.  There are many state specific blogs related to family law topics, representing 38 states (and several foreign countries)...

The Paperless Law Office

Posted on September 17, 2009
This post is aimed at practicing attorneys, particularly those who want to have a paperless office. This month's Law Practice Today webzine from the ABA Law Practice Management Section focuses on how to implement and utilize paperless strategies in law offices...

Ten Tips for Dealing With Divorce Stress

Posted on September 16, 2009
Going through a divorce can affect the mental and physical health of the parties involved. the following tips can help you manage the stress that many feel during this life-altering time: Recognize and manage your emotional needs Become physically active...

The Truth About "Uncontested Divorce"

Posted on September 14, 2009
The following insightful article was originally published earlier this month at the Florida Divorce Law blog: Contrary to what most people think, uncontested divorce doesn't necessarily mean instant divorce or simple divorce. In fact, it can often take quite a while before parties can come to agreement on all issues...

Seven Excellent Online Security Blogs Worth Subscribing To

Posted on September 09, 2009
The issue of privacy, more specifically as it relates to online security, is a hot topic these days. As people use the Internet for more and more of their everyday functions, they want to understand what online security means and how it relates to them...

Basics of Private Investigation in Family Law Cases

Posted on September 04, 2009
If you are wondering whether you need a private investigator to assist with your Family Court case or if you've ever just wondered what they do, you should read "Private Investigations - 101" by Bill Mitchell.  In this article, he discusses the types of inquiries he receives from potential clients and the ways that he assists attorneys and insurance companies...

Uncontested Divorces in South Carolina

Posted on September 02, 2009
What is an "uncontested" divorce?  This term can mean different things to different people, but typically it refers to a case in which the parties are not fighting over any issues.  In other words, they have already lived apart for over one year and they agree on the following issues: division of the marital assets and debts; child custody, visitation, and support; and alimony...

Guide to Family Law Cases in South Carolina

Posted on September 01, 2009
Do You Know the Answers to These Important Questions? Do you need an attorney? What should you consider when hiring a family law attorney? What are the most common mistakes spouses make when divorcing? What can you do to increase your chances of getting custody? How can you help your children during a Family Court case? What mistakes can cost you a fortune? How can you protect yourself before filing for divorce? What steps can you take to reduce the pain and expense of divorce? How can you protect your assets during a divorce? How can you protect yourself when being accused of child abuse or neglect Find out the answers in our free special report 'Guide to Family Law Cases in South Carolina'...

All the Top Family Law News in One Convenient Location

Posted on August 31, 2009
Those looking for updates in family law topics now have everything they need in one convenient spot:  Alltop's Family Law page.  This page includes many popular resources, including Divorce Discourse, Blawg Republic, Google News, and my own South Carolina Family Law Blog...

New Study Says Cohabitation Does Not Increase Chance of Divorce

Posted on August 28, 2009
Conventional wisdom has always thought that living together before marriage increases a couple's chances of divorce, and several studies have reached the same conclusion.  However, a new study published in the National Council of Family Relations claims that cohabiting allows young people to get to know their potential mates and evaluate compatibility before they commit to marriage...

Empowering Parents Series

Posted on August 26, 2009
Over the last several weeks, I have been proud to exclusively present of "Empowering Parents" by Rev. Dr. Trey Kuhne, LMFT, a pastoral counselor and licensed marriage and family therapist with Pathways Pastoral Counseling in Spartanburg, SC...

Adverse Affects of Female Infidelity on Men

Posted on August 24, 2009
A recent article discusses the ways that men can be adversely affected by learning that their wife or girlfriend has been cheating on them in the following areas: shock can affect performance at work and possibly lead to job loss mental stress can make them more susceptible to alcohol or drug abuse health risks due to possible exposure to sexually transmitted diseases potential financial costs for child support and/or alimony risk of unknowingly raising another man's child as your own loss of respect from others and/or self-esteem The author also offers a free report to help recognize the signs of infidelity...

Three Steps to Prepare for a Difficult Conversation

Posted on August 20, 2009
Difficult conversations are virtually inevitable when couples divorce.  The following steps can help keep those tough conversations productive and not combative: Decide on a realistic outcome. Remember, you and your counterpart may want different things...

Empowering Parents :: Part Seven

Posted on August 19, 2009
I have been pleased to bring you the exclusive online presentation of "Empowering Parents" by Rev. Dr. Trey Kuhne, LMFT over the last six weeks.  Today, I am please to present the final installment, and I want to thank Dr. Kuhne again for allowing me to once again present his series to you on my blog...

How Does Relocation Impact Children of Divorced Parents?

Posted on August 18, 2009
We live in a very mobile society today, and it's increasingly common for divorced parents to move away from each other.  When children are involved, these types of situations are much more complicated. The ABA General Practice, Solo & Small Firm Division's Law Trends & News recently featured an article which addressed this topic...

Ben Stevens Featured in Article Discussing Social Networking Sites and Divorce

Posted on August 14, 2009
South Carolina Lawyers Weekly published the following article last month that discussed the types of information that can be found in social networking sites, such as Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, and how that information can be used in Family Court cases...

Empowering Parents :: Part Six

Posted on August 12, 2009
I hope that you are enjoying our exclusive online presentation of "Empowering Parents" by Rev. Dr. Trey Kuhne, LMFT.  Here is part six: Taking Care of Yourself Each issue of this series has been to share some insight, learning, teaching, or idea to help parents address the elements of life in their world with this Empowering Parents series...

Does Living Together Before Marriage Increase the Chance of Divorce

Posted on August 10, 2009
A study in the Journal of Family Psychology found that couples who live together before marriage have a higher chance of getting divorced than those who wait until they were engaged or married.  It also stated that couples who lived together before marrying reported lower marriage satisfaction, despite the fact that over 70 percent of couples in the United States live together before marrying...

Teens Discuss Divorce

Posted on August 07, 2009
So what do teens really think when their parents divorce?  The Today Show recently had a panel discussion with nine teenagers addressing such subjects as: When did you know? Did you think it's your fault? Were you relieved when you found out? How did your parents explain the divorce to you?  How long did it take you to come to grips with the divorce?  It is a very interesting discussion, and I hope that you enjoy it...

Empowering Parents :: Part Five

Posted on August 05, 2009
The following is part five of our exclusive online presentation of "Empowering Parents" by Rev. Dr. Trey Kuhne, LMFT: Privileged Communication I hope those reading this series are thinking about renewing your marriage and perhaps other relationships...

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