What Kind of Lawyer Does a Complicated Child Custody Case Require?

What kind of attorney do you need when you're involved in a complicated, contentious child custody dispute? An experienced attorney? An aggressive attorney? An attorney who promises to fight for…

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When an “Absent” Parent Was Pushed Out

When a parent isn't active in a child's life, most people think they already know why. He must not care. She must have checked out. He must have wanted something…

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PGALs Are Almost Always Appointed for the Court’s Convenience, Not the Child’s Benefit or for the Benefit of Seeking the Truth

For many parents involved in child custody disputes, the phrase “appointing a PGAL” comes up before anyone explains what it means. “PGAL” is short for private guardian ad litem. In…

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