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Governor Signs Bill Hastening Divorce for Abuse Victims

A blog post about how the Pennsylvania government and courts are working towards better protection for abuse victims during divorce.

Divorce and the Name Change Process

A blog post about when and how to make a name change whether a divorce is involved or some other major life event call for it.

Domestic Partners and Unmarried Couples: An Overview

A blog post about what steps domestic partners and unmarried couples can take to protect themselves during separation.

How Legislatures Can Amend Divorce for Victims of Spousal Abuse

A blog post about what forms of protection a court can provide an abused spouse during divorce proceedings.

State Supreme Court Can't Vacate Divorce after Reconciling

A blog post about a court ruling that it is not within the jurisdiction of a court to vacate a divorce order not because it is invalid, but rather because the parties reconciled.

Court Finds that Children Have the Right to Define Title of Step-Parents

A blog post about a case in which the court ruled the child gets to make the decision on what they will or won't call their step-parents if they are mature enough.

Legal Separation in Connecticut: An Overview

A blog post about the laws and procedures in Connecticut regarding legal separation.

Divorce and the Discovery Process

A blog post about the discovery phase of the divorce process, including interrogatories. depositions and document productions.

Remarriage and Child Support Obligations in Connecticut

A blog post about child support between divorced parents and what a parent can do when the other party remarries or has additional children in a new marriage.

Non-Marital Agreements & Living Together Contracts: An Overview

A blog post overviewing pros and cons of living contracts over marriage.

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