Written for family lawyers, judges, and plan administrators, this is a comprehensive resource for handling QDROs and working with the parties involved in this complex process. It provides basic knowledge of the substantive law of QDROs, step-by-step guidance and advanced techniques for the drafting and approval process, sample language and clauses with commentary, other forms including letters, forms, …
A staggering 42 million Americans―one in four adults―face the challenges of caring for an adult friend or relative. Although caregiving can be a richly rewarding and joyful experience, the role comes with enormous responsibilities―and pressures. AARP’s gentle guide provides practical resources and tips that are easy to find when you need them, whether you’re caregiving day to day, …
The first edition of Win Your Child Custody War was the first child custody book on the market in 1992. It has been revised and updated more often than any other book. Win Your Child Custody War is and expensive book, and by far the current edition is the most complete and well-written book on custody issues. Win …
Family Law: Cases, Comments and Questions, 7th (American Casebook Series)
The seventh edition of this popular and manageably-sized casebook retains the general structure of the prior edition with its emphasis on practical skills and comparative material. New cases, statutes and notes have been added where appropriate to provide current information. There are 2012 cases on same sex marriage and the various other status options now …
Divorce Wisely is the comprehensive guide for anyone contemplating divorce or currently divorcing. Easy to read, this book will assist you in evaluating whether your marriage may be headed toward divorce. It also provides the information you need to navigate the legal, financial, emotional, and personal growth aspects of divorce. It answers all the scary questions that keep you up at night: What …
The second edition of the American Academy of Pediatrics Textbook of Global Child Health is pleased to contribute toward international efforts to improve the lives of the next generation. This new edition will help prepare and support child health professionals as they join international efforts on behalf of children. A large multinational team of authors has joined together …
Violence in the Home: Multidisciplinary Perspectives (Psychology)
Violence in the home is one of the most damaging and widespread of social problems. It is an issue that cuts across all socioeconomic, racial, ethnic, gender, and age boundaries. This important book reviews the most current theoretical explanations of family violence and then links theory to practice. It looks at the systems and institutions that …
The authoritative introduction to family violence issues. Heavy Hands, Fifth Edition, provides an authentic introduction to the crimes of family violence, covering offenders and offenses, impact on victims, and responses of the criminal justice system. This established text is essential reading for those considering careers in …
Work of the Family Lawyer is a concise, accessible casebook that provides an integrated perspective on the theory and practice of family law. Its manageable size and stand-alone chapter organization supports a wide range of teaching options in either a classroom or clinical setting. Topics and issues are presented in historical and social context, supported by …
The only legal guide to focus specifically on family law in the State of New York, this one-of-a-kind resource covers both matrimonial law–including annulment, separation, divorce, and equitable distribution of marital property–and Family Court proceedings, such as family offenses, child protection, termination of parental rights, and adoption. Drawing on 25 years’ experience as a New York Family …