ARIZONA LAWS AND HOW THEY APPLY TO YOU

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Family Law is a very changeable area of law. The law changes every year with new decisions by the Courts and new statutes passed by the Legislature. New laws can seriously affect your rights and your property. Summaries of new Legislation or important Court cases are provided as well as links to the text of the new laws or cases.

NEW DIVORCE LAWS

PARENT INFORMATION CLASSES 
The law requires that every parent going though a divorce or paternity case with children take a parenting class. It must be taken before the Court can grant a divorce. The class is usually held on evening and weekends, you take it only once, and the cost is no more than $35.00. You do not have to take it at the same time as the other parent.

COMMUNITY PROPERTY REDEFINED
Effective for all cases filed after August of 1998, property and debts acquired after the service of the Divorce Petition will no longer be considered community property. Therefore, it is now important to discuss with your attorney when you actually file for the divorce since it may affect your rights. Also, beginning in 2001, the court may now divide "liquid" assets at the beginning of the case.

COVENANT MARRIAGE 
The Legislature created a type of marriage called a covenant marriage. If you want to get a divorce and have a covenant marriage, there are additional hurdles that you must overcome to obtain the divorce. If you were married over two years ago in Arizona, then this new law will not apply to you.

CHILD SUPPORT/ CREDIT REPORT 
On January 1, 2001, the child support guidelines were modified to include an adjustments for visitation by the non-custodial parent.
You can also ask the Court for an Order to see your spouse's credit report to see if there are debts unknown to you that have been incurred by your spouse and which you may be responsible for paying.

California DUI Attorney Fees

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Before scouting around for a DUI (driving under the influence) attorney, it is best to know some important points, especially when it comes to their professional fees.

Ask yourself: Are the fees explained in detail? Is there a written contract explaining the fees to be charged? You should know if the lawyer's fee is simply on a retainer basis or if it is inclusive of all costs in the litigation process. Also determine whether the charges cover other incidental expenses such as license hearings, testimonies of experts, costs of subpoena, blood reanalysis and other expenses incurred during the course of the hearing.

The fees charged by a lawyer vary according to his experience and reputation, along with the state where he is practicing. As a general rule, the higher the skill and the larger the city, the higher the fees.

Another factor that affects DUI attorney fees is the amount of time the lawyer spends on the case. As a general rule, the good lawyers take on fewer clients and devote more time to studying their cases.

Lawyer's fees go up when the offense is considered a felony, if the offender has prior convictions, if there are additional retrials or appeals, or if there are additional litigation costs of handling an administrative offense on license suspension.

Your attorney may either charge a fixed fee that covers everything or he can also ask for a retainer fee in advance, charged on an hourly basis. Other costs, such as fees of expert witnesses, independent blood analysis and fees on serving subpoenas, may translate to extra costs on your end.

Remember to ask for a written contract on the fees quoted and be sure to understand the details of the written agreement.

Keep these points in mind when you are scouting around for the best DUI lawyer your money can afford.

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Rhode Island Divorce Lawyer and Family Law Attorney

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Attorney Joshua Macktaz is a Rhode Island Family Court lawyer specializing in helping people resolve domestic and family issues including divorce, child support, as well as other Family Court criminal and civil matters including:
    •     divorce (non-contested and contested)
    •     child support contempt proceedings
    •     child support modification, increase, and termination
    •     property settlement agreements
    •     adoptions
    •     divorce and family law mediation
    •     visitation and visitation disputes
    •     domestic violence
    •     child custody
    •     alimony
    •     restraining orders/domestic violence/no contact orders
    •     criminal matters relating to family law
    •     father's rights
    •     out of state family law issues
    •     paternity
    •     equitable division of assets
    •     drafting and negotiating prenuptial agreements and property settlement agreements
Contact a Rhode Island Divorce and Family Court Attorney – 401-861-1155 or CLICK HERE

If you are interested in Divorce by Mediation in RI visit this site for information, the advantages, and recommended resources.

More information on our major areas of practice:
HOW RHODE ISLAND DIVORCE LAW AFFECTS YOU
WHAT ARE THE GROUNDS FOR DIVORCE?
A divorce in Rhode Island, in the majority of cases, is granted on the grounds of irreconcilable differences which have caused the breakdown of the marriage. There are various other grounds for divorces such as adultery or extreme cruelty which can be discussed with your attorney.
WHAT IS THE RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT FOR OBTAINING A DIVORCE IN THE RHODE ISLAND FAMILY COURT? 
Divorce proceedings cannot be initiated unless you or your spouse have resided in Rhode Island for a period of one year.
WHAT DO I NEED FOR THE FIRST VISIT TO MY LAWYER'S OFFICE?
To expedite your case, you should take your marriage certificate, copies of your most recent tax return, a picture of your spouse, a list of your family obligations and a list of questions you have for your lawyer. In addition, you should know the address, both residence and work of your spouse, together with all family members' place and date of birth.
WHAT KIND OF ISSUES WILL I DISCUSS WITH MY ATRORNEY DURING THE FIRST VISIT? 
The separation of a married couple is one of the most traumatic occurrences in one's life. An attorney will address both family and emotional issues, including consideration of marriage counseling or other steps to help save the marriage; assisting you as a parent in meeting the needs of your children; and handling financial matters such as real estate and personal property. You should also be sure to discuss, and fully understand, the attorney's fee arrangement at the first meeting.
WHAT IS A RESTRAINING ORDER AND WHEN MIGHT I NEED ONE?
Restraining orders are usually designed to prevent abuse of a spouse or to prevent removal of marital assets. Restraining orders may be applied for when necessary in cases of physical abuse, transfer of assets, etc. You can apply for a restraining order directly to Family Court without the help of a lawyer.
WHAT ABOUT CHILD SUPPORT?
The Family Court of Rhode Island has adopted a child support formula and guideline which is based on the incomes of both parents. Your attorney will be able to estimate the amount of support which might be ordered by the Court.
HOW ARE MARITAL ASSETS DIVIDED?
Marriage is a partnership so an important issue in divorce is division of marital assets. Most cases are divided equally between spouses, but depending upon the specific facts of the case, there may be a different distribution of marital assets.

Actress Lori Petty Arrested for DUI in California

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Allegedly hits skate bboarder with car in Venice.

Lori Petty was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence in Southern California Saturday night. The 45-year old actress reportedly hit a skate boarder with her car around 9:30 pm. The victim was treated for minor injuries.

Petty was booked at Van Nuys jail on charges of felony California DUI. She was released on $100,000 bond just before 7:00 am.

Petty has made recent guest appearances on 'Prison Break' and 'House'. She is most known for her movie roles in the 90's, including 'Point Break', 'Tank Girl' and 'A League of Their Own'.

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