Family Law Updates
- Should My Prenup Include a Sunset Clause? March 30, 2024Whenever I write about prenups or advise clients on them, I always emphasize the idea that prenups are not a one-size-fits-all document and should be tailored to meet the needs of the couple’s circumstances and goals. While there are many subjects and clauses that are routinely included in prenups, there are just as many that […]
- Effective Co-Parenting: Getting Beyond Conflict for the Sake of the Children November 7, 2023Most clients that choose mediation or the collaborative law processes prioritize the health and welfare of their children because they understand that their children continue to need their love, support and guidance when separating into two homes. Sometimes professional help is needed when developing the best possible co-parenting agreement for the children. The agreement addresses […]
From Academia
- State Spotlight: ICWA Conference teaches requirements regarding custody of Native American children September 6, 2024From ABC News Mississippi: Decisions about placement of Native American children from troubled families belong in tribal court, not state courts, experts on federal law told participants at the twelfth annual Indian Child Welfare Act Conference. Three Native American attorneys...
- California Governor Signs Measure Bringing Parity to Native American Children & Families in Adoption Process September 5, 2024From Native News Online: Children adopted after being transferred from state juvenile court to a tribal court in California will now be included in the state’s Adoptions Assistance Program (AAP) with Gov. Gavin Newsom's signature of AB 2948 authored by...