International parental abductions of U.S. children have been reported in countries all over the world, including Australia, Brazil, Canada, Colombia, Germany, India, Japan, Mexico, Philippines, and the United Kingdom. Navigating international child abduction cases in Washington State can be a legal minefield. During these situations, knowing your legal rights and options through the Hague Convention […]
When a marriage ends in divorce, couples need to try to come to an agreement as to the settlement terms. In addition to deciding the many issues regarding the children and distributing assets and debts, some spouses may also need to obtain spousal support. Most people are very concerned about the amount of a spousal […]
Military regulations are clear that remarriage means that a spouse loses the military ID card and associated privileges (e.g. commissary and base exchange shopping). But there are more unique situations that are associated with military divorces. Read on to learn more. If you’re getting divorced and your spouse is in active military service, you may […]
Masters Law Group, LLC is a family law firm with offices in downtown Chicago is seeking an associate attorney experienced in handling the multi-faceted area of family law cases. Ideal candidates will have at least 2 years of experience in family law. This is a great opportunity to join an expanding law firm. We are […]
Annulment and divorce are two legal terms that refer to the dissolution of a marriage. While both annulment and divorce involve ending a marriage, there are some significant differences between the two. So you’ve come to the conclusion it’s time to get a separation from your spouse. In Illinois, there are two different ways to […]
Asides from extreme vigilance, there are steps you can take to help prevent International Parental Child Abduction, and there are steps to take if you or your family have fallen victim to these high-stakes legal issues. International child custody and parental abduction issues can be both complex and costly to resolve. Unfortunately, parents without global […]
International Parental Child Abduction is on the rise. Here’s what you need to know. International child abduction cases can be extremely difficult and delicate situations. The Hague Convention was enacted into law to help parents whose child has been wrongfully removed from or retained from their custody by enabling them to petition for the child’s […]
If you are contemplating divorce or your spouse recently dropped the “D Bomb,” you may be on the fence debating whether you should hire a divorce attorney or if you should represent yourself. If you’re about to go through a divorce, here’s why you should invest in a divorce attorney. If you are currently in […]
When San Francisco courts determine custody arrangements, they ultimately consider the best interests of the child involved. However, a custody agreement can get extremely complex when the issues are international. The Hague Convention was enacted to protect children from international abduction and to return children to their home country residence. It also includes child custody […]
We get it. Anger, resentment and what seems a waste of your time can lead to social media rants. But even private DMs can land you in hot water. When you’re going through a divorce, it can be tempting to use social media as an outlet to redefine who you are without your spouse in […]