Marriage and Divorce in a Multi-Cultural Context

Marriage and Divorce in a Multi-Cultural Context

Author: Joel A. Nichols

Publisher: Cambridge University Press

Published: 2011-10-31

Total Pages: 417

ISBN-13: 1139503979

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American family law makes two key assumptions: first, that the civil state possesses sole authority over marriage and divorce; and second, that the civil law may contain only one regulatory regime for such matters. These assumptions run counter to the multicultural and religiously plural nature of our society. This book elaborates how those assumptions are descriptively incorrect, and it begins an important conversation about whether more pluralism in family law is normatively desirable. For example, may couples rely upon religious tribunals (Jewish, Muslim, or otherwise) to decide family law disputes? May couples opt into stricter divorce rules, either through premarital contracts or 'covenant marriages'? How should the state respond? Intentionally interdisciplinary and international in scope, this volume contains contributions from fourteen leading scholars. The authors address the provocative question of whether the state must consider sharing its jurisdictional authority with other groups in family law.


The Tapping Solution for Manifesting Your Greatest Self

The Tapping Solution for Manifesting Your Greatest Self

Author: Nick Ortner

Publisher: Hay House, Inc

Published: 2019-02-19

Total Pages: 361

ISBN-13: 1401949908

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The New York Times best-selling creator of the Tapping Solution offers a three-week program of practical self-inquiry and hands-on work designed to unlock your life's full potential. Have you ever had the feeling your life just isn't working? That no matter how much you push and direct, or sit back and let go, the square peg you're holding just won't fit into the round hole that is your life? What if, instead, the roadblocks went away? What if you could experience more ease and flow in your life, banish self-doubt, fear, and anxiety, and live your greatest life? Can you imagine what that would look like--and more important, what it would feel like? Now Tapping Solution creator and New York Times best-selling author Nick Ortner helps you not only imagine it but make it a reality. The Tapping Solution for Manifesting Your Greatest Self guides you through a 21-day process of self-discovery and self-development using the simple, proven practice called Tapping (also known as Emotional Freedom Techniques). Each of the 21 stages includes a Daily Challenge and a Tapping Meditation to help the changes you're making take root. And you can work through the program at your own pace--doing one stage every day, every three days, every week, or whatever you like--with exclusive e-mail reminders from Nick to support you throughout the process. Drawing on wisdom sources from Aristotle to Dr. Seuss, along with Nick's own deep well of insight and stories from his daily life, this book is terrific fun to read. It's also a powerful tool for transformation. "We're going to work together to let your light shine brighter than ever before," Nick writes, "to create the life experiences you most deserve and desire." Ready? Then let's get tapping!


Qualified Domestic Relations Order Handbook

Qualified Domestic Relations Order Handbook

Author: Gary A. Shulman

Publisher: Wolters Kluwer

Published: 2006-01-01

Total Pages: 2153

ISBN-13: 0735559767

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Distilled from years of Fortune 500 consulting practice, Shulman's administrative tools and techniques in Qualified Domestic Relations Order Handbook help plan administrators streamline the entire QDRO review and compliance process, while cutting the risk of errors, penalties, and litigation. They include model policies and procedures, review checklists, staff training cases, and more. Contains new models and guidelines for drafting airtight QDROs that speed approval, maximize your clients' rights, and steer you through the malpractice minefields of ERISA and the IRC. Author Gary Shulman begins with QDRO basics, then dissects the key elements of defined contribution and defined benefits plans. He walks you through the preparation of QDROs for different plans and conditions -- using tested models and sample language. An entire chapter highlights 17 crucial malpractice traps, followed by checklists, attorney Q&A, and tips on working proactively with plan administrators.


The New Rules of Divorce

The New Rules of Divorce

Author: Jacqueline Newman

Publisher: Simon and Schuster

Published: 2022-01-25

Total Pages: 272

ISBN-13: 1982127945

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"Elite New York City divorce attorney Jacqueline Newman is here to help, sharing her secrets from over two decades in the trenches. THE NEW RULES OF DIVORCE: 12 Secrets to Protecting Your Wealth, Health, and Happiness is the first definitive guide for navigating modern divorce, full of advice to help readers: decide whether they are actually ready to get a divorce protect and secure their finances post-breakup find the right lawyer (or mediator) for their situation win the child custody schedule they want heal and stay sane through a disorienting time"--


Making It Legal

Making It Legal

Author: Frederick Hertz

Publisher: Nolo

Published: 2018-04-30

Total Pages: 250

ISBN-13: 1413325092

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It is the most up to date and complete guide to the past, present, and future of same-sex relationships that exists.


Collaborative Law

Collaborative Law

Author: Pauline H. Tesler

Publisher: American Bar Association

Published: 2001

Total Pages: 268

ISBN-13: 9781570739316

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This unique new handbook explains this emerging dispute resolution model of collaborative law that is helping family lawyers bring their clients through the divorce passage with integrity and satisfaction. Collaborative Law describes how this approach engages the unique problem-solving skills of lawyers to achieve settlements that creatively and appropriately customize outcomes in the way that few courts are able to achieve. In the collaborative process, fees and costs are minimized, high-quality legal counsel and negotiating assistance are built in, and the ability of divorcing spouses to cooperate and coparent is maximized to a dramatic extent.


Pet Law and Custody

Pet Law and Custody

Author: Barbara J. Gislason

Publisher: American Bar Association

Published: 2017

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781634258920

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Providing legal, scientific, social, and ethical information on how the law affects pets, this compelling and compassionate book is a useful resource for lawyers and for anyone interested in the welfare and legal rights of animals. Author Barbara J. Gislason takes an in-depth look at the complicated subject of pet custody disputes from many angles, and offers practical information on how ADR processes such as arbitration and mediation can be used in resolving these often-emotional conflicts. Topics cover all legal issues involved with pets, from family law issues to estate planning, and considers specialized topics such as property law, tort law affecting pet law, animal cruelty, science and bioethics, and much more. In addition, the book offers an array of practical advice for the animal lawyer, including law office basics, handling a legal case, and identifying experts.


How to File for Divorce in Minnesota

How to File for Divorce in Minnesota

Author: Thomas Tuft

Publisher:

Published: 2001

Total Pages: 298

ISBN-13: 9781402233494

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A divorce can be the most painful and expensive experience of your life. Whether you use a lawyer or not, protect yourself by getting all of the information you need about divorce laws and your legal rights. How to File for Divorce in Minnesota simplifies and thoroughly explains what you need to know about getting a divorce in the state of Minnesota. Complete with step-by-step instructions and the forms you need, this book simplifies filing for divorce, obtaining support and settling parental arrangements. This book explains in simple language: All the Minnesota divorce forms you need; Minnesota divorce laws; Child Support; Child custody and parenting time; The parenting plan; Spousal maintenance (alimony); Protecting your assets, yourself and your children; How to deal with abuse; Court procedures; Legal separation; Grounds for divorce; Contested and uncontested divorce--Alternative dispute resolutions; Property division; The collaborative law process; How the legal system works; When you need a lawyer and how to work with one.