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Madoff Scandal's Effects Still Being Felt

The fallout caused by the Madoff scandal can still be witnessed nearly three years later in the realm of matrimonial law and business/asset valuation.

Study Shows Older Couples Divorcing More Often

Between 1990 and 2009, the divorce rate for couples over age 50 more than doubled, and, in 2009, this group accounted for one out of every four divorces nationwide.

Maryland to Decide Same-Sex Divorce Case

The highest court in Maryland will decide whether two women that were married legally in California will be granted a divorce in Maryland after trying for almost two years.

Articles

The Limits of Electronic Discovery in Family Cases

By Dolly Hernandez

Discovery requests should include ESI, which presents a predicament for practitioners who consult with clients or their spouses who utilize social media websites.

Gender and Custody: Is the Weekend Dad Still the Norm?

By Coleen M. Penacho

In 2008, 13.7 million parents had custody of 22 million children with the other parent living elsewhere. Mothers accounted for 82.6 percent of these custodial parents.

Book Review: Collaborative Divorce Handbook

By Margaret R. Kerouac Esq.

The handbook is a valuable resource for new and intermediate practitioners of collaborative law as well as those who are considering involvement in the collaborative process.

Announcements

Family Law Litigation Committee to Host Conference Call

The Family Law Litigation Committee has scheduled a conference call for all of its members on Wednesday, June 13, 2012, at 2 p.m. EST.

Seeking Volunteers for Military Pro Bono Cases

The Military Pro Bono Project is looking for our assistance to provide pro bono representation to service members in family law matters.