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Actually, You Don’T Have To Show Your Work: The Arkansas Court Of Appeals Tells Trial Courts That When They Award Attorneys’ Fees In Domestic Relations Cases, They Need Not Explain The Basis For The Awards Or The Basis For The Amount Of The Awards, Terrence Cain
University of Arkansas at Little Rock Law Review
Arkansas follows the “American Rule,” which is that each litigant is responsible for his or her own attorneys’ fees unless a statute says otherwise. This rule is not without exceptions, however, and one such exception is the “domestic relations exception,” which says that Arkansas’s trial courts have the inherent authority to award attorneys’ fees in domestic relations cases. Between 2016 and 2021, the Arkansas Court of Appeals decided cases with attorneys’ fees awards ranging from $14,190 to $36,284.60, which one judge of that court remarked evidenced an ever-escalating amount of fee awards in domestic relations cases.
At one point, when …
A Game Theory View Of Family Law: Planning For A 500% Family Tax, Steven J. Willis
A Game Theory View Of Family Law: Planning For A 500% Family Tax, Steven J. Willis
FIU Law Review
Divorces involve money, which can prompt fierce legal battles. These include family obligations for child support, alimony, and property division. Small income changes can have huge consequences. For example, a $1,000 income increase can result in $5,000 of increased family obligations. A $10,000 increase can produce $50,000 of obligations. Or a $10,000 decrease can result in $50,000 of reduced obligations.
The Controls Of Legal Seclusion “Khulwa” And Its Impact On The Rights Of The Spouse Under The Uae Personal Status Law: An Applied Jurisprudence Study, Ali Junaidi Dr.
The Controls Of Legal Seclusion “Khulwa” And Its Impact On The Rights Of The Spouse Under The Uae Personal Status Law: An Applied Jurisprudence Study, Ali Junaidi Dr.
مجلة جامعة الإمارات للبحوث القانونية UAEU LAW JOURNAL
No abstract provided.
Money And Betrayal: Perceptions Of Alimony Fairness In Relation To Infidelity, Jessica Wery, Michael Kothakota
Money And Betrayal: Perceptions Of Alimony Fairness In Relation To Infidelity, Jessica Wery, Michael Kothakota
Journal of Financial Therapy
Alimony is a contentious topic often argued over during a divorce. Individuals getting divorced seek fairness in an alimony settlement, but due to how laws are written this can seem arbitrary. Public policy suggests laws should reflect the suggestions of the people it affects. Thus, public perception of alimony fairness is an important component in the discussion of what is fair for spouses. In addition, infidelity in marriage might change how the public views what is fair. This study collected data from 1,285 individual United States participants. Participants were randomly assigned a vignette condition related to a hypothetical alimony scenario …
Child Support And Joint Physical Custody, Raymond C. O'Brien
Child Support And Joint Physical Custody, Raymond C. O'Brien
Catholic University Law Review
Child custody has evolved to the point where, at a minimum, states provide a mediated process by which parents may formulate parenting plans with court-appointed assistance. At a maximum state legislatures and courts increasingly consider joint physical custody awards. While joint physical custody safeguards the fundamental rights of parents, it nonetheless prompts practical concerns in awarding child support. Today, child support begins with state statutory guidelines, but the guidelines often fail to adequately address the economic consequences of two complete residences, one supported by a parent with fewer economic resources, and the fact that oftentimes the child drifts from one …
Alimony: The Taxing Economic Implications Of Divorce, Jared Mason, Amaia Kennedy
Alimony: The Taxing Economic Implications Of Divorce, Jared Mason, Amaia Kennedy
Brigham Young University Prelaw Review
In 2017 alone, over 750,000 American couples chose to divorce3.
Nationally, fifty percent of marriages end in divorce, with each of
these marriages lasting eight years, on average. Put another way,
a divorce occurs every 13 seconds, and each of those divorces is
expensive, with an average cost of approximately $15,000 per person.
Guarantees Of Children’S Rights In The Republic Of Uzbekistan, A Hamidov
Guarantees Of Children’S Rights In The Republic Of Uzbekistan, A Hamidov
ProAcademy
This a rticle discusses the im po rta n ce in te rn a tio n a l norm s on defense o f S rights in the legislation o f the Republio o f Uzbekistan a n d certain peculiarities o f execution o f c o u rt decisions in term s o f m aterialistic p rovision o f the juveniles in the country. R ecom m endations o n the im provem ents o f the legislation in the sphere a re p rovid e d.
In Search Of A Theory Of Alimony, John C. Sheldon, Nancy Diesel Mills
In Search Of A Theory Of Alimony, John C. Sheldon, Nancy Diesel Mills
Maine Law Review
Maine's alimony statute is full of good advice. It directs judges who hear requests for alimony to “consider” all kinds of things, from the parties' individual wealth to their individual health, from their respective ages to their respective wages, from the length of their marriage to the strength of their educations. And, as if to subdue any doubt about the breadth of this assignment, the statute then invites judges to take into account “any other factors the court considers appropriate.” In short, the statute grants judges almost unlimited discretion in awarding alimony. Power notwithstanding, however, anyone who reads the statute …
Alimony's Job Lock, Margaret Ryznar
Alimony's Job Lock, Margaret Ryznar
Akron Law Review
In family law, courts often prevent people who owe alimony from changing jobs. If a job change is accompanied by a salary decrease, the court will not necessarily readjust the alimony obligation and instead impute the higher income to the obligor. This Article introduces the term “job lock” to describe this situation, borrowing the term from the health care context, wherein job immobility due to health insurance concerns has received significant scrutiny. This Article draws similar attention to the alimony context, proposing a balancing test to assist courts interested in alleviating job lock under certain circumstances.
Divorce - Pendente Lite Awards - Counsel Fees - Costs - Alimony - Effect Of Equal Rights Amendment; Wiegand V. Wiegand, Joseph M. Donley
Divorce - Pendente Lite Awards - Counsel Fees - Costs - Alimony - Effect Of Equal Rights Amendment; Wiegand V. Wiegand, Joseph M. Donley
Akron Law Review
THE PENNSYLVANIA SUPERIOR COURT, in Wiegand v. Wiegand,struck out at one of the true bastions of sex discrimination incorporated into the Anglo-American legal system. The legislated discrimination of the Pennsylvania Divorce Law was the object of the court's scrutiny. Appellee Sara Wiegand had filed a complaint in divorce a mensa et thora, a petition for alimony, and an initial petition for alimony pendente lite, counsel fees, and expenses. On August 14, 1967, the Court of Common Pleas, Allegheny County, ordered appellant Myron Wiegand to pay $875 per month alimony pendente lite and $250 preliminary counsel fees. Subsequently, appellee filed additional …
Divorce And Alimony; Separation Agreements; Jurisdiction Of Court To Modify; Impairment Of Contract; Statutory Provisions; Wolfe V. Wolfe, John J. Lavin
Akron Law Review
WITH THE decision of Wolfe v. Wolfe 1 the Ohio Supreme Court joins the majority of American jurisdictions' which hold that where a court has the general power to modify a decree for alimony or support the exercise of that power is not affected by the fact that the decree is based on an agreement entered into by the parties to the action
Divorce And Alimony; Separation Agreements; Jurisdiction Of Court To Modify; Impairment Of Contract; Statutory Provisions; Wolfe V. Wolfe, John J. Lavin
Akron Law Review
WITH THE decision of Wolfe v. Wolfe the Ohio Supreme Court joins the majority of American jurisdictions' which hold that where a court has the general power to modify a decree for alimony or support the exercise of that power is not affected by the fact that the decree is based on an agreement entered into by the parties to the action.
A Professional Degree Is Not Marital Property Upon Divorce: Stevens V. Stevens, Katherine Scheid
A Professional Degree Is Not Marital Property Upon Divorce: Stevens V. Stevens, Katherine Scheid
Akron Law Review
This Note first analyzes the Stevens court's opinion and concludes that it fails to give sufficient direction on how to determine the amount of the alimony award in order to sufficiently compensate the supporting spouse. Second, this Note explores the ways in which courts in other jurisdictions have attempted to compensate the supporting spouse. Finally, this Note proposes two alternative methods of valuing the supporting spouse's contribution. One method applies if the court, as in Stevens v. Stevens, holds that contribution toward a technical degree is not divisible marital property but should be considered when awarding alimony. The second …
“Alimony For Your Eggs”: Fertility Compensation In Divorce Proceedings, Katelin Eastman
“Alimony For Your Eggs”: Fertility Compensation In Divorce Proceedings, Katelin Eastman
Pepperdine Law Review
This Comment explores the history and reasoning behind divorce in the United States, examines contemporary alimony jurisprudence, and assesses the viability of fertility compensation in divorce proceedings, arguing that there is, in fact, a legal basis for awarding such reparation upon divorce. Part II surveys divorce at common law and details the impact of the Uniform Marriage and Divorce Act (UMDA) and its introduction of no-fault divorce. Part III discusses alimony under New Jersey state law, with particular emphasis on reimbursement alimony after the Reiss trilogy, the Crews marital standard of living, and the impact of Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART) …
Faking Equity: A Critique Of The New York Equitable Distribution Statute As Applied To Licenses And Degrees Under The O'Brien Decision, Nicole Giannakis
Faking Equity: A Critique Of The New York Equitable Distribution Statute As Applied To Licenses And Degrees Under The O'Brien Decision, Nicole Giannakis
Touro Law Review
No abstract provided.
Dissolution Of Marriage: California Spousal Support, Sarah J. Hoover
Dissolution Of Marriage: California Spousal Support, Sarah J. Hoover
Pepperdine Law Review
No abstract provided.
The Dischargeability In Bankruptcy Of Debts For Alimony And Property Settlements Arising From Divorce, John Francis Murphy
The Dischargeability In Bankruptcy Of Debts For Alimony And Property Settlements Arising From Divorce, John Francis Murphy
Pepperdine Law Review
No abstract provided.
Use And Disposition Of Life Insurance In Dissolution Of Marriage, Jani Maurer
Use And Disposition Of Life Insurance In Dissolution Of Marriage, Jani Maurer
Barry Law Review
This article explores life insurance considerations in Florida dissolution of marriage proceedings, reviews current applicable law, and suggests methods of effectively dealing with life insurance in the divorce context.
Survey: Woman And California Law, Amy C. Hirschkron, Michele M. Feher, Te Jung Chang
Survey: Woman And California Law, Amy C. Hirschkron, Michele M. Feher, Te Jung Chang
Golden Gate University Law Review
This survey of California, a regular feature of the Women's Law Forum, summarizes recent California Supreme Court and Court of Appeal decisions of special importance to women. A brief analysis of the issues pertinent to women raised in each case is provided.
Survey: Women And California Law, Carol A. King
Survey: Women And California Law, Carol A. King
Golden Gate University Law Review
This survey of California Law, a regular feature of the Women's Law Forum, summarizes recent California Supreme Court and Court of Appeal decisions of special importance to women. A brief analysis of the issues pertinent to women raised in each case is provided.
A Case Of Forced Equity: Obtaining Spousal And Child Support From A Member Of The Armed Forces, Georgetta Beck
A Case Of Forced Equity: Obtaining Spousal And Child Support From A Member Of The Armed Forces, Georgetta Beck
Golden Gate University Law Review
This Comment presents an overview of procedures which the practitioner may employ to obtain spousal and child support from a service member stationed in the United States, identifies problems which may arise in these efforts, and discusses strategies to overcome those obstacles. The first section explains the military procedure for obtaining support and discusses the advantages and disadvantages of that approach. This Comment will focus on Army procedure and regulations; other branches of the Armed Forces have a similar, but not identical, approach to the pervasive problem of nonsupport. The second section discusses problems peculiar to obtaining a support order …
Equity And Economics: A Case For Spousal Support, Bianca G. Larson
Equity And Economics: A Case For Spousal Support, Bianca G. Larson
Golden Gate University Law Review
No abstract provided.
At A Cross-Road: Anti-Same-Sex Marriage Policies And Principles Of Equity: The Effect Of Same-Sex Cohabitation On Alimony Payments To An Ex-Spouse, Jill Bornstein
Chicago-Kent Law Review
In the wake of anti-gay marriage policies in the United States, courts and state legislature alike are struggling to reconcile these policies with well-established principles of equity in the law. This note examines states' anti-same-sex marriage policies as they relate to the states' respective policies regarding alimony termination. Generally, upon divorce, the dependent spouse from a dissolving marriage will receive alimony payments from the independent spouse until the death or remarriage of the dependent spouse. Many states have expanded the definition of "remarriage" to include a dependent spouse's cohabitation with another individual in a financially interdependent, conjugal relationship. Terminating alimony …
Nevada Alimony: An Important Policy In Need Of A Coherent Policy Purpose, The Honorable David A. Hardy
Nevada Alimony: An Important Policy In Need Of A Coherent Policy Purpose, The Honorable David A. Hardy
Nevada Law Journal
No abstract provided.
One More Time: Alimony, Intuition, And The Remarriage-Termination Rules, Judicial Termination Rules, Al Termination Rule, Cynthia Lee Starnes
One More Time: Alimony, Intuition, And The Remarriage-Termination Rules, Judicial Termination Rules, Al Termination Rule, Cynthia Lee Starnes
Indiana Law Journal
No abstract provided.
Domestic Relations Alimony And Child Support Generally: Provide For The Direct Appeal Of Child Support Final Judgments; Lower Annual Interest Rate On Past Due Child Support; Consider Both Parents' Incomes In Child Support Awards; Redefine Definition Of Gross Income; Adjust Child Support Awards According To Time Spent With Child; Remove Consideration Of Change In Child's Needs In Revising Alimony Or Child Support; Remove References To Children And Child Support From Alimony Sections; And For Other Purposes, Jennifer Goodwin
Georgia State University Law Review
The Act provides for changes to the calculation of child support to consider the incomes and financial situations of both parents in assessing the child support payment the noncustodial parent will make. The court shall follow worksheets and shall specify in its decrees and judgments any factors and reasons for deviations from the guidelines. The court may adjust child support awards based on the amount of time the noncustodial parent spends with the child. The Act creates the Georgia Child Support Commission, with members appointed by the Governor, to perform the tasks of gathering information relating to child support and …
Relational Contract And Other Models Of Marriage, Robert Leckey
Relational Contract And Other Models Of Marriage, Robert Leckey
Osgoode Hall Law Journal
This article proposes relational contract as a model for analyzing marriage under Canadian law. In contrast, in Bracklow v. Bracklow, the Supreme Court of Canada recognized two "competing" models of marriage and three models of spousal support. The difficult policy issues in the law of spousal support relate not to a tension between different models but instead go to compensation, including reliance and expectations. This article uses relational contract to critique Bracklow, considering the challenges in defining models. The Court's basic social obligation model and its non-compensatory support are unjustifiably broad, and its compensatory support is too narrow. In assessing …
Change Is Needed: The Taxation Of Alimony And Child Support, Laura Bigler
Change Is Needed: The Taxation Of Alimony And Child Support, Laura Bigler
Cleveland State Law Review
When a marriage dissolves there are tax consequences for everything from distribution of property to custody of the couple's children. The current tax system for alimony and child support strengthens the possibility of financial devastation. Under the present system, alimony and child support have opposite tax treatment. Many complicated rules have been added to distinguish between alimony and child support, which will be discussed later in this paper. There must be a simplification of the present law so that the average divorced taxpayer will be able to understand and implement the rules with or without sophisticated tax counsel or an …
Looking At Marriage, Naomi Cahn
Looking At Marriage, Naomi Cahn
Michigan Law Review
In a recent book (not the subject of this Review), highly successful and popular authors John Gottman and Nan Silver set out their seven effective principles for making a marriage last. The final suggestion is that spouses should "create shared meaning, an inner life together that is rich with symbols and family rituals and that honors the hopes of both partners." In a happy marriage, the couples not only provide support for each other, but also "build a sense of purpose into their lives together." Professor Gottman has developed these principles as a result of twenty years of research and …
Bringing Consistency To The Financial Arrangements At Divorce, Allen M. Parkman
Bringing Consistency To The Financial Arrangements At Divorce, Allen M. Parkman
Kentucky Law Journal
No abstract provided.