Divorce Law 101: Breaking Up Doesn't Have to Be Hard to Do

• Divorce is a complicated area of practice that can take a serious personal and financial toll on all involved in the process. This course was created as an introduction to divorce law, allowing you to learn some of the important strategies involved in successfully representing your client and providing him or her with the best outcome possible. It will guide you through the divorce process from the initial client interview to the final divorce decree or settlement. Sherri Donovan, an experienced family law attorney, will help prepare you with a thorough, comprehensive overview that will give you the knowledge and confidence to tackle your next case.
   

  • tarting a Divorce Action

    • Client Interview
    • Necessary Documents
    • Separation Agreements
    • Handling Joint Accounts
    • Establishing Grounds for Divorce
    • Types of Divorce Proceedings
    • Drafting Initial Divorce Proceedings
    • Serving Papers

     

    Handling Shared Assets and Debt

    • Marital Assets
    • Discovery Process
    • The Roles of Prenuptial and Postnuptial Agreements
    • Equitable Distribution vs. Community Property
    • Retirement Plans, Pensions and Insurance
    • Alimony

     

    Child Custody Issues

    • Types of Custody Arrangements
    • Child Custody Jurisdiction
    • Overview of Visitation, Relocation
    • Determining Child Support
    • Medical and Health Care Agreements

     

     

    Final Divorce Proceedings

    • Marital Settlement Agreement
    • Practical Considerations
    • Final Judgment or Decree
    • The Appeals Process

     

    Ethical Considerations

    • Client Relations/Dishonest Clients
    • Conflicts of Interest
    • Confidentiality/Disclosure Agreements
    • Attorney’s Fees 

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