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'Housewives of DC' Star Divorcing Husband

Family Law News — Thu, 17 May 2012 01:35:00 GMT

‘Real Housewives of DC’ star Mary Amons is reportedly divorcing her husband, Rich Amons. According to reports, she has filed divorce papers after 26 years of marriage. The two do have children together. She has announced that they plan to raise their children amicably. Further details about the divorce matter are not available at this time.

Divorce matters are taken very seriously by courts and can result in various outcomes. You need to know that when you are dealing with possible divorce matters that you do have rights that should be protected. You can resolve this divorce matter in a beneficial way if your case is handled properly. It’s in your best interest to make sure that your case is settled in the way that you deserve it to be.

By working with a family law lawyer, you will be able to move forward from your family matter and get your life back together. An attorney will always have your best interest in mind while fighting to protect your rights. You can count on a lawyer to know how to approach your case so that it is resolved in the best manner possible. Please take some time today to contact a family law attorney and begin discussing the details of your case now.

High Profile Divorce Winding Down

Family Law News — Wed, 16 May 2012 21:00:00 GMT

A divorce case between a high-profile executive and her husband is finally drawing to a close. Susan Decker, a former executive for Yahoo!, has tentatively agreed to split the proceeds from the sales of their two properties in Laguna Beach and Belvedere. According to the agreement presented to a Marin Superior Court judge this week, Decker and husband Michael Dovey are ready to end their marriage once and for all. The settlement was fifteen pages long and detailed all of the aspects of their divorce agreement. The judge reviewed the terms of the settlement and signed off on it; neither party was present in court.

This was one of two such documents brought to the court in the past few months. The latest document discussed nearly $20 million in assets. A previous document settled $50 million worth of claims and assets that both parties had an interest in retaining. It has taken four years for the final agreement to be composed and approved by a judge. Going through a tough divorce? Get legal help today by working with a family law attorney in your city.

Humbarger, Zebell, Parks & Eifler, P.C. is Now Listed in Our Family Law Attorney Directory

Findafamilyattorney.com — Wed, 16 May 2012 16:26:34 GMT

Humbarger, Zebell, Parks & Eifler, P.C. is a Battle Creek, Michigan family law firm that is committed to protecting the rights and futures of families through knowledgeable legal representation and personalized client service. In their mission to bring their legal services to more people throughout the Battle Creek area, they have joined our nationwide directory of family law attorneys. Humbarger, Zebell, Parks & Eifler, P.C. can now be found by those in need of the services of a qualified Battle Creek family law or divorce lawyer. If you would like to learn more about the professionals at the firm, their services and how they may be able to assist you, please call (269) 979-3990 for a confidential review of your case.

Actor Facing Felony Domestic Violence Charges

Family Law News — Wed, 16 May 2012 02:30:00 GMT

An actor got into an argument with his girlfriend last week at the Playboy Mansion. While fighting between stars is not uncommon, it does not always end in a call to the police. Prison Break star Lane Garrison was taken into custody at his girlfriend's apartment. The two had reportedly been fighting the night before when Ashley Mattingly claimed that Garrison had been drinking too much. He returned the next day to continue the fight but when it started to get physical, Mattingly called the police.

The actor's attorney has already responded publicly by stating that his client did not harm Mattingly. In fact, it was she that started to go crazy and Garrison merely tried to get her to sit down for a moment. That is the only time that Garrison touched her that day, even though he did admit to getting into a fight with her. He is still being held on charges of felony domestic violence at a Los Angeles jail. If you want to put an end to domestic violence in your relationship, don't wait to get a family law attorney in your area involved.

Martin Lawrence Seeking Joint Custody in Divorce

Family Law News — Wed, 16 May 2012 01:30:00 GMT

Martin Lawrence has formally filed for divorce and is asking for joint custody of his children. According to reports, he wants to raise his two daughters with his ex amicably after the two were married for two years but together for 15 years. He wants both joint legal and joint physical custody of their daughters which mean the girls would split their time equally between parents.

Going through a child custody matter is not always an easy situation. It’s important that if you find yourself going through a child custody matter that you understand the process. You need to know that you do have rights to protect and options to do so. Child custody situations are more complicated than many believe so it is in your best interest to know how to properly approach your case.

If you or someone you know is dealing with a family matter then it is in your best interest to consult with a family law attorney. You can count on a lawyer to understand your case and know how to best resolve this matter. An attorney will always have your best interest in mind while fighting to protect your rights. Please take some time today to contact a family law lawyer to begin discussing your case so that you can begin moving forward.

British TV Star Accused of Failing to Make Child Support Payments

Family Law News — Tue, 15 May 2012 20:55:00 GMT

The star of a popular British TV show found himself in court last week. Jamie Foreman spoke with a judge about not only paying off his child support debts, but increasing the payments in the future. Foreman, best known for his role on Eastenders, owes 51,000 pounds to the Child Support Agency. Since his contract was renewed for the popular TV show, the judge has asked that he increase the payments for his two sons, ages 20 and 22. However, the actor did go on to say that he did not know how long his character would have a role on the TV show. In short, he is not certain how long he will be working as an actor for Eastenders.

For the past year, Foreman has been working to pay off his debts at a rate of 200 pounds per child per month. At this rate, it will take several years for his entire debt to be paid off to the CSA. If you are hoping to collect past due child support payments, get legal assistance now by consulting a family law attorney in your area.

Nine Parents Arrested for Deliquent Child Support

Family Law News — Tue, 15 May 2012 19:30:00 GMT

Law enforcement agencies across the country are working hard to capture delinquent parents. In Lubbock County last week, nine parents were taken into custody on multiple charges of failure to make child support payments. Over a period of two days, the Lubbock County Sheriff's Office worked with the Child Support Division of the Texas Attorney General's office to serve the warrants. In the state of Texas, violating a child support order is punishable under law. The offender can receive up to six months behind bars for missing payments, even if that person is not able to make the payments due to financial hardship.

Any cash bonds that were collected during the warrant sweep were turned over to the custodial parents to start paying back the debts. The Attorney General's office was responsible for collecting over $66 million in child support during the past fiscal year, with help from several supporting agencies. If you are owed child support payments, now is the right time to speak with a family law attorney near you!

Supermodel Seeks $46k a Month in Child Support from Billionaire

Family Law News — Tue, 15 May 2012 16:01:00 GMT

Model Linda Evangelista has gone to court seeking $46,000 a month in child support from actress Salma Hayek's husband, Francois-Henri "King of Luxury" Pinault, as reported by the ABC News, the New York Daily News and dozens of other mainstream media sites.

Pinault, the father of Evangelista's 5-year-old son, Augustin, is also heir to his family's $11.5 billion estate.

Towards the end of 2005 Pinault and Evangelista dated. By April of 2006, when Pinault had began dating Hayek, Evangelista was pregnant. Pinault married Hayek in 2009 and the two now have a child of their own, 4 year-old Valentina.

According to reporters, "Augie" requires 24 hour a day care, a driver and armed bodyguards. In February, a magazine article quoted Evangelista as saying that the money is needed "to protect him."

Reportedly, when queried by a judge as to the child's alleged need for full time care, Evangelista said, "When I work, it can be a 16-hour day. On days when I do not work, I am working on my image. I have to hit the gym. I have beauty appointments. I have to work toward my next job and maintaining my image, just like an athlete."

Raoul Felder, a famed divorce attorney, said of Evangelista's claims, "It's the triumph of illusion over reality. That's all this is, a fairy tale. If she were married to him, that's a whole other story."

Pinault does not agree with the skewed view of himself as a deadbeat dad. Of his time spent with his son Pinault said, "At every possible opportunity he has participated in my family life whether in France or the United States. He is totally integrated within my family."

Under French law Augie stands to inherit one-quarter of his father's estate.

Pinault, called the "King of Luxury" for his chief executive position of PPR, a conglomerate that counts Yves Saint Laurent, Gucci and Bottega Veneta among its clients, also owns homes in both Paris and Los Angeles.

It has been reported that the Pinault estate also owns Christie's auction house, Château-Latour vineyard in Bordeaux and French premiere league football team Stade Rennais.

Evangelista is worth $8 million. She also owns two properties: a penthouse in Manhattan and an apartment in the Upper East Side. The latter property is close to Augie's school.

In 2010 Evangelista ended a relationship with another billionaire, the co-founder of the Hard Rock Café, Peter Morton. It was soon after that she began her case against Pinault, to which he responded to by paying an undisclosed amount of money in child support. Pinault also began financing Augie's health care and education.

The identity of Augie's father was kept private until Evangelista filed court papers in July requesting more money. Additional to the child support, Evangelista is asking for a home for Augie – equal to the one Pinault has created up for Valentina.

The home in trust for Valentina is a $13 million mansion in California.

If you are being asked to provide more money in child support you need to contact a family law attorney right away to represent you!

Welcome Law Offices of Michael P. Jones, P.C. to Our Family Law Directory

Findafamilyattorney.com — Tue, 15 May 2012 15:46:37 GMT

Law Offices of Michael P. Jones, P.C. is a Newport News, Virginia family law firm that is committed to protecting the rights and futures of families through knowledgeable legal representation and personalized client service. In their mission to bring their legal services to more people throughout the Newport News area, they have joined our nationwide directory of family law attorneys. Law Offices of Michael P. Jones, P.C. can now be found by those in need of the services of a qualified Newport News family law or divorce lawyer. If you would like to learn more about the professionals at the firm, their services and how they may be able to assist you, please call (757) 873-2333 for a confidential review of your case.

Business Man in Trouble for Failure to Pay

Family Law News — Tue, 15 May 2012 01:30:00 GMT

One businessman finds himself in legal trouble after failing to make his child support payments. This is not his first run-in with the law, although it is the first time that he has been placed behind bars. J.C., 54, went before a judge in Mesa last week to discuss the charges of negligence. The judge found him to be in contempt of the court and placed him into custody. The defendant cannot be released from jail until he has paid a minimum of $6,000 in back child support. Court records show that J.C. has been married four times and has fathered eight children and has an adopted daughter as well. He owes a total of $30,000 to the four women.

Last year the businessman was also accused of defrauding thousands of customers across the United States. He is being investigated by financial regulators and attorneys general in at least eight states, but has yet to be charged by any of them. If you are owed child support and need help seeking payments, enlist the help of a family law attorney in your area now!

Welcome Carosella & Associates, P.C. to Our Family Law Directory

Findafamilyattorney.com — Mon, 14 May 2012 18:02:27 GMT

Carosella & Associates, P.C. is a West Chester, Pennsylvania family law firm that is committed to protecting the rights and futures of families through knowledgeable legal representation and personalized client service. In their mission to bring their legal services to more people throughout the West Chester area, they have joined our nationwide directory of family law attorneys. Carosella & Associates, P.C. can now be found by those in need of the services of a qualified West Chester family law or divorce lawyer. If you would like to learn more about the professionals at the firm, their services and how they may be able to assist you, please call (610) 431-3300 for a confidential review of your case.

Jan M. McCray, P.L. Has Joined Our Family Law & Divorce Lawyer Directory

Findafamilyattorney.com — Mon, 14 May 2012 17:57:51 GMT

Jan M. McCray, P.L. is a Fernandina Beach, Florida family law firm that is committed to protecting the rights and futures of families through knowledgeable legal representation and personalized client service. In their mission to bring their legal services to more people throughout the Fernandina Beach area, they have joined our nationwide directory of family law attorneys. Jan M. McCray, P.L. can now be found by those in need of the services of a qualified Fernandina Beach family law or divorce lawyer. If you would like to learn more about the professionals at the firm, their services and how they may be able to assist you, please call (904) 321-0987 for a confidential review of your case.

Thompson Law Office Joins Our Directory of Family Law and Divorce Lawyers

Findafamilyattorney.com — Mon, 14 May 2012 17:52:46 GMT

Thompson Law Office is a Lexington, Kentucky family law firm that is committed to protecting the rights and futures of families through knowledgeable legal representation and personalized client service. In their mission to bring their legal services to more people throughout the Lexington area, they have joined our nationwide directory of family law attorneys. Thompson Law Office can now be found by those in need of the services of a qualified Lexington family law or divorce lawyer. If you would like to learn more about the professionals at the firm, their services and how they may be able to assist you, please call (859) 273-2222 for a confidential review of your case.

Man Arrested for Owing $90K in Child Support

Family Law News — Mon, 14 May 2012 17:15:00 GMT

A man in the Woodstown, New Jersey area has reportedly been arrested in connection with unpaid child support. According to reports, the man owes about $90,000 in back child support. He was taken into custody and put at Salem County Correctional Facility. Now, he could be facing jail time if he does not resolve the child support matter.

Child support matters are taken very seriously by courts and can involve a number of complications depending on the situation. You need to know that when you are dealing with a child support situation that you do have rights that should be protected. You can resolve this matter in a beneficial way if your case is handled properly. It’s in your best interest to make sure that your case is settled in the way that you deserve it to be.

Victoria Renee Weiss, Attorney at Law Has Joined Our Directory of Family Lawyers

Findafamilyattorney.com — Mon, 14 May 2012 16:36:50 GMT

Victoria Renee Weiss, Attorney at Law is a Saint Marys, Georgia family law firm that is committed to protecting the rights and futures of families through knowledgeable legal representation and personalized client service. In their mission to bring their legal services to more people throughout the Saint Marys area, they have joined our nationwide directory of family law attorneys. Victoria Renee Weiss, Attorney at Law can now be found by those in need of the services of a qualified Saint Marys family law or divorce lawyer. If you would like to learn more about the professionals at the firm, their services and how they may be able to assist you, please call (912) 267-6093 for a confidential review of your case.