U.S. judge strikes feds anti-gay marriage law Jul 9, 2010
If we allow the feds to go here, then they can regulate divorce, child custody, and who knows where it can end up. The Supremes are going to have their hands full on this one and watching the conservatives (state s rights) and the liberals (gay rights) divvy this one up promises to be most entertaining. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Judge strikes down Defense of Marriage Act section Jul 9, 2010
" "The Kids Are All Right" opens July 9 in New York, Chicago, Los Angeles and San Francisco, with wider national release to follow. Share: Thursday, Jul 1, 2010 18:10 ET The web giant will pay the extra taxes on same-sex partner benefits for its esteemed "gayglers" By Ryan Brown For LGBT tech nerds, Google has long been a coveted employer. The company offers benefits for same-sex partners, spoke out , and even has a for aspiring gayglers, as the company's queer staff are known. And beginning... (Salon)
Landscaper Reportedly Tells Cops Kyron's Stepmom Wanted Dad Killed Jul 5, 2010
The second came in just after 11:30 p.m. and was written up only as a "child custody call.". The landscaper allegedly told police that Terri Horman approached him about killing her husband six or seven months before Kyron disappeared, the sources said. (ABC News -- Business)
Google ups benefits for gays Jul 2, 2010
to the ludicrous lawyer fees associated with working out shared property and child custody when your union isn't recognized by the federal government. Being gay is expensive, and Google's move to defray even a bit of that cost is an encouraging one. (Salon)
Father Seeking Child Custody Ordered to Get Counseling for 'Deplorable Beliefs' Jul 1, 2010
com - Father Seeking Child Custody Ordered to Get Counseling for 'Deplorable Beliefs. Father Seeking Child Custody Ordered to Get Counseling for 'Deplorable Beliefs ... Father Seeking Child Custody Ordered to Get Counseling for 'Deplorable Beliefs. (Law.com)
Wostrel to run against Jaggi for state House Jul 1, 2010
In a recent statistical study of child custody, it was determined that approximately 8 ... Wostrel advocates an overhaul of the current system of determining child custody to eliminate gender biased decisions. (Green River Star, WY -- Local)
Jackson County woman kills daughter then self Jun 27, 2010
Family members say Will 0000216F iams was a loving mother who was going through a very tough time fighting both a divorce and impending child custody issues. Family members say Williams also had a 12-year-old son. (WSFA.com, AL)
Mel gets restraining order Jun 27, 2010
com claims he has filed a temporary restraining order, a notice about a forthcoming court hearing and a notice of visitation rights and child custody. Following their split, Oksana claimed the pair would continue to be doting parents to their little girl but hinted there was more behind the separation than had been revealed. (iAfrica.com)
Gibson reportedly files restraining order on ex Jun 26, 2010
Though the papers in the matter have been sealed from the public, according to Radar (who presumably had a glimpse at them), the documents included a temporary restraining order, a notice regarding an upcoming court hearing and a notice about visitation rights and child custody of their daughter. Grigorieva was reportedly served papers at approximately 5 p.m. on Thursday at her Sherman Oaks, Calif. (MSNBC -- News)
Shariah Law Strike Jun 22, 2010
DUNCAN: Well, what would entail is say, a domestic case, a family, a people, a divorce or child custody, arbitration. These parties would come to the court and say we want to be bound by Islamic law and then ask the courts to enforce those agreements. (Fox News)
Current divorce laws breed acrimony Jun 18, 2010
CONTENDING OVER CHILD CUSTODY ... YOUR JUNE 13 editorial shows a lack of understanding of how child custody operates. (Boston Globe -- Editorial)
Settlements often cases of dads coerced out of their rights Jun 18, 2010
CONTENDING OVER CHILD CUSTODY. Settlements often cases of dads coerced out of their rights. (Boston Globe -- Editorial)
Money troubles possible motive in family shooting Jun 16, 2010
The older boy has been placed on protective child custody. Zickefoose has family on the East Coast and his wife's family is in the Philippines, Martinez said. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)
Standing in Judgment Jun 16, 2010
In child custody cases, when courts decide which parent gets custody, the standard is the best interests of the child. And there are quite a few cases in which the judge says, more or less, This parent is more religious than the other parent, and it s in the best interests of the child to be raised in a more religious environment. (The American Conservative)
Lesbian mothers better Jun 14, 2010
"Our findings show that adolescents who have been raised since birth in planned lesbian families demonstrate healthy psychological adjustment and thus provide no justification for restricting access to reproductive technologies or child custody on the basis of the sexual orientation of the parents," concluded the authors. Both also explained that the key was in the mothers' active engagement and oddly the same diversity that caused their children stress due to teasing at age ten served as a... (iAfrica.com)
Campus News: June 12 Jun 12, 2010
While attending law school, Matelski was a member of the Journal of Business and Securities Law and also worked at Legal Services of South Central Michigan, providing legal advice to impoverished individuals in the Lansing area in legal matters such as, divorce, child custody, home foreclosures and tenant evictions. No comments posted. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
Kagan's Consistent Liberal Voice Jun 11, 2010
Last Friday afternoon the first batch of documents from the Clinton Library were released, giving the public the first insights into Elena Kagan's work for the Clinton White House. We made a preliminary review of the documents available Friday evening, but here is an update after a few more days of reading through the nearly 47,000 pages. (Human Events Online)
Cordell & Cordell to open Memphis office at International Place Jun 8, 2010
a domestic law firm focusing entirely on men s divorce, child custody, paternity and modification, has signed a 3,824-square-foot lease at International Place Tower II in East Memphis. John Mercer represented , the property s owner and operator, in the lease. (Memphis Business Journal, TN)
Brit getting her life back? Jun 8, 2010
com: "This is a step in the process for Britney to go through before the conservatorship ends. Along with a psychological evaluation, and a child custody evaluation, among other things will be part of the evidence Judge Goetz looks at in determining when it will end.". It is believed an expert in child custody will have had to be brought in to assess the state of the singer's mental health. (iAfrica.com)
Woman Finds Her Missing Kids on Facebook Jun 8, 2010
The father has been charged with kidnapping and with violating child custody orders. (Copyright 2010 by The Associated Press. (13WMAZ.com, GA)
Lost children found on Facebook Jun 7, 2010
Utrera has been charged with kidnapping and violating child custody orders. Source. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Lesbian custody battle continues Jun 4, 2010
A bitter child custody battle between former lesbian partners is headed back to court in Vermont, even though the 8-year-old girl at the heart of it remains missing. Isabella Miller-Jenkins and birth mother Lisa Miller, of Forest, Va. (WCAX.com, VT)
Christian Conservatives Target Seated Judges Jun 1, 2010
If only one parent goes to church and the other does not in a child custody battle, a judge proclaimed to be a conservative Christian may favor the churchgoer, he said. The district attorney and nearly every judge on the bench are endorsing incumbents Lewis, Robert Longstreth and Joel Wohlfeil, rated by the San Diego County Bar Association as "well qualified," its highest grade. (Newsmax)
Elena Kagan memos show belief in equal rights May 15, 2010
Or the same issue could arise in state cases over adoptions, child custody or public benefits for same-sex couples. It is also possible the court could agree to hear a constitutional challenge to the military's "don't ask, don't tell" policy that was adopted by Congress. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Politics)
Military parents get help in child custody fights May 15, 2010
JUNEAU - State policymakers want to make sure military deployments aren't used against Alaska's servicemen and servicewomen in child custody cases ... JUNEAU - State policymakers want to make sure military deployments aren't used against Alaska's servicemen and servicewomen in child custody cases. (Juneau Empire)
Three are on shortlist for judgeship May 14, 2010
He has been an attorney for 28 years and specializes in family law divorce, child custody and adoption. For more than 15 years, he has filled in as a magistrate, or temporary judge, whenever a Sheridan circuit judge has been sick or taken vacation. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
'Swedish divorce' for Woods May 14, 2010
The beleaguered golfer is said to have hired a lawyer specialising in international child custody arrangements. It is thought Ms Nordegren would move back to her native Sweden and proceedings could then be filed there. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Tiger Woods and wife Elin Nordegren 'to file for divorce in Sweden' to keep details under wraps May 13, 2010
The beleaguered golfer is said to have hired a lawyer specialising in international child custody arrangements. It is thought that Miss Nordegren would move back to her native Sweden, where she has been renovating a house, and proceedings could then be filed there. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
* US lawmakers warn Japan over custody laws May 7, 2010
Japanese courts almost never award child custody to foreign parents. Activists say thousands of Japanese have spirited children home, denying access to their foreign parents. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Sports)
* Malaysia top court hears landmark religious case May 4, 2010
Malaysias highest court began proceedings yesterday on a landmark inter-religious child custody dispute whose outcome could further raise political tension in the mainly Muslim country. The Federal Court heard objections by lawyers representing an ethnic Indian couple fighting each other for custody of their two children and adjourned for two weeks before hearing the case. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Sports)
Custody battle in Malaysia court May 4, 2010
Malaysia's highest court has begun proceedings in a landmark inter-religious child custody battle. An ethnic Indian couple are fighting each other for full custody of their two children. (BBC News -- Asia-Pacific)
The Official U. S. Census Form 2010... Apr 25, 2010
Additionally, perhaps a child will stay due to child custody, is in jail or prison, in a nursing home, or for another reason. A census worker will never ask for a social security number, money, financial information, partisan political party requests, and or PIN codes, passwords to credit cards, banks or any other highly personal or any other deemed highly confidential information. (Suite101.com)
Wash. Income Tax Initiative To Include Gay Couples Apr 24, 2010
The expanded law in Washington state adds benefits, such as the right to use sick leave to care for a domestic partner, and rights related to adoption, child custody and child support. More than 14,000 people in Washington state are registered as domestic partners, and most are gay. (KIRO TV, WA)
Why a Kufuor Should Marry a Rawlings! Apr 22, 2010
This legislation empowers chiefs to intervene in local cases, as well as enforce customary tribal law related to such concerns as divorce, land disputes, child custody and the like. On the other hand, the act retains for the central [government] responsibility for the military, the judiciary, the economy and other national [issues. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
UN begins Gulf human rights tour Apr 20, 2010
TRADITIONS S Kafala A system that, applied to migrant workers, allows migrants to work in Gulf states as long as they have a guarantor who is responsible for them Mehrem The system of male guardianship which bestows control over marriage, divorce, child custody and a woman's freedom of movement to her male relatives source:ohchr. org. (BBC News -- Africa)
Why the Ladies Love Larry King Apr 17, 2010
Already, there are reports that the couple is fighting over child custody and that both spouses may have been cheating on each other at one time or another. In any event, King is back on the market. (ABC News)
Kate: Brother making money off lies Apr 15, 2010
Although Jon and Kate Gosselin reached a child custody agreement last year when they divorced, he recently filed for a new court order. Jon Gosselin's filing contends that his ex-wife is placing her career efforts ahead of the children and that she is unfairly denying him time with them. (CNN -- Showbiz)
Robert L. Kelleher Jr. states experience for his candidacy Apr 15, 2010
He also has experience with domestic relations law including marriage dissolution, child custody and child support and as well as probate, guardianships property and commercial law. He also has appellate court experience, briefing cases before the Montana Supreme Court and the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals. (Laurel Outlook, MT)
NGOs support inter-religious committee Apr 8, 2010
Issues discussed by the committee include those related to inter-marriage, conversion, religious terms, child custody, building of worship houses and cemetery land. Malaysian Hindu Sanggam Association president RS Mohan said formation of the committee would help improve racial ties in the country. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Murder-Suicide in Lawson Apr 2, 2010
The Lawson chief said officers had responded to the home earlier Wednesday evening on a child custody call, but that was everything was fine when they left. The Missouri State Highway Patrol and Ray County Sheriff's Department have responded to assist in the investigation. (Cameron Observer, MO)
Court budget cuts swift hand of justice Apr 2, 2010
The cuts are delaying sometimes urgently needed decisions in child custody and child support matters, said Judge Mark Juhas, assistant supervising judge of family law in Los Angeles. One family court has closed, and five may close in September, he said. (Pensacola News Journal)
Scottsdale police: Father who killed sons was divorcing Apr 1, 2010
Later that month, Andre Leteve filed an emergency petition for child custody. He wrote that his wife was trying to relocate to Florida. (AZCentral)
Rural lawyers a luxury in Georgia Apr 1, 2010
Several of the clients who met Tafelski at the library said they couldn t afford a private attorney for their cases, which ranged from child custody and bill collection disputes to divorces and the division of property they entail. Cost explains why many more litigants are coming in without representation in civil matters and the increased reliance on public defense attorneys in criminal cases, said Gene Johnson, Telfair County s Superior Court clerk. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
Tenn. moves to split custody evenly in divorces Mar 23, 2010
By Janell Ross, The (Nashville) Tennessean A Tennessee bill that would evenly split child custody in contentious divorce cases is drawing national attention and dividing groups along gender lines ... Other states, including Missouri, start from a presumption of an even custodial split unless there has been abuse, said Janet Richards, a law professor at the who specializes in child custody matters. (USA Today)
Sandra Bullock Mar 21, 2010
Maybe that's why he was drawn to McGee, with whom he has much in common, including an ugly divorce and a child custody battle. McGee's case, however, stemmed from her ex-husband's allegations of "stripping, pills, pornography" and not taking medication for her bipolar disorder. (Salon)
Michelle "Bombshell" McGee Nazi Pics Mar 20, 2010
TMZ also reports that in child custody documents filed in January, McGee's ex-husband says the tattoo model "makes the Nazi salute," and has a swastika tattooed on her stomach. CBS has seen many photos of McGee and has not seen a swastika there. (CBS News -- Entertainment)
Woman shoots, wounds ex-boyfriend Mar 17, 2010
ANCHORAGE - Anchorage police say a man upset by child custody issues was shot by his former girlfriend at her home ... ANCHORAGE - Anchorage police say a man upset by child custody issues was shot by his former girlfriend at her home. (Juneau Empire)
Rights of tribal courts debated at hearing Mar 12, 2010
The issue is over who takes precedence in a child custody cases, a tribal court or other court systems. Sen. (Juneau Empire)
Malaysian mag apologizes to Christians Mar 6, 2010
Court rulings in many inter-religious disputes involving child custody and religious conversion issues have also favored Muslims. My saved articles. (India Times, India)
Disciplinary panel cautions NH judge about tone Mar 5, 2010
CONCORD, N.H. (AP) -- A committee that disciplines New Hampshire judges has criticized Superior Court Chief Justice Robert Lynn for the tone he used in speaking to a woman involved in a child custody case. The New Hampshire Sunday News reports that the Judicial Conduct Committee dismissed the grievance Erica Tapply of Merrimack filed against the judge but cautioned him that a temperate, rather than strident tone, is more in keeping with proper judicial demeanor. (Concord Monitor)
Some Reflections on Ghana's Search for Alternative Dispute Resolution Mar 2, 2010
On several occasions, I have personally resorted to either mediation to help a terminated employee get some benefits such as insurance or a mother resolve a particularity bitter child custody issue with an errant father, or resorted to arbitration to advance the position of the town I represent against its employees and their Union- a system mandated and directed by the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) ... The development of ADR approaches have affected several facets of the litigation bar:... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Sullivan receives House approval Feb 27, 2010
The case deals with the state's refusal to recognize a council decision in a child custody case. Herron represents a rural, majority-Alaskan Native area. (Juneau Empire)
Pa. custody ruling gives rights to gay parents Feb 25, 2010
"Such preconceptions and prejudices have no proper place in child custody cases, where the decision should be based exclusively upon a determination of the best interests of the child.". Experts say that the opinion issued last month, though not unexpected, represents the continuing evolution of child custody law in Pennsylvania. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Court rethinks view on gays in custody cases Feb 24, 2010
The eight-judge Superior Court panel issued its decision last month in a custody battle between a mother and father who were identified only by their initials (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Saudi women to win court access Feb 22, 2010
The law - to be issued "in the coming days" - would allow women to appear in court on family-related cases, including divorce and child custody. At the moment, they can only work behind the scenes in government and court offices. (BBC News -- Africa)
Syariah lawyers asked to help clear backlogged cases Feb 18, 2010
KUALA TERENGGANU: Syariah lawyers have been urged to help clear backlogged cases, especially inheritance, child custody and divorce cases. Terengganu Syariah chief judge Datuk Ismail Yahya said the role of syariah lawyers was not merely to represent their clients but also to help speed up cases by making submissions according to the syarak (Islamic) law. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
County shaves $300K from budget Feb 17, 2010
County shaves 300K from budget - Somerset - Daily American. The cut reflects a reduction in health care costs, according to budget analyst Randy Welker. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
How to File for Uncontested Divorce... Feb 17, 2010
If both spouses are in agreement about all the major issues in the marriage - to include child custody and support and property and debt division then a good deal of time and money can be saved by preparing, filing and finalizing the divorce without using an attorney ... Child Custody and Child Support in Georgia Divorce. (Suite101.com)
Effects of Divorce on Children and ... Feb 14, 2010
An author and leader in the field of Child Custody Mediation. How to Tell the Kids About the Divorce. (Suite101.com)
What to Tell the Kids About Divorce... Feb 13, 2010
Here are some ideas from a clinical child psychologist / child custody mediator. What is the best way to tell kids about a divorce. (Suite101.com)
Slate Readers Found the Perfect Place To Try Khalid Sheikh Mohammed Feb 12, 2010
didn't give a last name) suggests that if the KSM trial were to be held in Wasilla, "The national press can cover this trial and the Bristol Palin child custody hearings at the same time.". Upson, Wisc. (Slate)
Levi Johnston bares all for 'Playgirl' cover Feb 11, 2010
Bristol Palin, who is in a child custody battle with Johnston, has called the Playgirl shoot "risque" in her legal petition. Claiming he made more than $105,000 last year from media interviews and modeling assignments, she is seeking $1,750 a month in child support and $18,350 in back child support. (USA Today -- Life)
Child custody fights could hurt US-Japan ties Feb 3, 2010
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Virtual Visitation Redefines Shared Child Custody Jan 31, 2010
Virtual Visitation Shared Child Custody - ABC News. Hot Topics. (ABC News)
* Eight countries press Japan on parental abductions Jan 31, 2010
Activists say that thousands of foreign parents have lost access to children in Japan, where the courts virtually never award child custody to a divorced foreign parent ... Japanese courts usually award child custody in divorce cases to just one parent, usually the mother, rather than reaching joint custody agreements with parental visitation rights. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Business)
