Strategies for Family Law in California, 2011 Ed : Leading Lawyers on Educating Clients, Addressing Financial Concerns, and Understanding Recent Legal Trends (Inside the Minds)

by Balian, Andrea Fugate; Corvi, Michele; Dejean, Samantha Bley; Hersh, Neal Raymond; Schoenberg, Debra R.

• ISBN13: 9780314277633
• ISBN10: 0314277633
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2011-06-01
• Publisher: West Group

Summary

Strategies for Family Law in California provides an authoritative, insider's perspective on practicing family law in the state of California. Featuring leading attorneys from around the state, this book guides the reader through recent developments in California family law, including the results of the Elkins Task Force. From financial disclosure and attorneys' fees to questions of legal parentage and shared custody, these top lawyers analyze the current issues in family law today. These experts also reveal their advice on evaluating alternative dispute resolution methods, effectively using experts, and negotiating child support and alimony issues. Additionally, these top attorneys discuss how attorneys can approach emotionally trying cases with civility and professionalism in order to help clients reach satisfactory resolutions. The different niches represented and the breadth of perspectives presented enable readers to get inside some of the great legal minds of today, as these experienced lawyers offer up their thoughts around the keys to success within this ever evolving field.

Table of Contents

Changes and Trends in Family Law 2010	p. 7
Adapting to Today's Family Law Challenges	p. 23
Overcoming Challenges in Counseling Divorce Clients	p. 33
Achieving Successful Resolutions in Today's Family Law Cases	p. 47
Who Among Us Will do the Right Thing?	p. 59
Evolving Family Law Issues and Strategies	p. 69
Managing New Challenges in California Family Law Disputes	p. 97
Appendices	p. 109
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