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In Hawaii, Can a Spouse Give Up His or Her Right to Alimony in a Premarital Agreement?
Yes, Hawaiian law allows spouses to include modification or elimination of spousal support in their prenuptial agreement. However, if that modification or elimination of spousal … more
What Steps are Necessary to Enter a Valid Premarital Agreement in Hawaii?
The Hawaii Uniform Premarital Agreement Act requires that premarital agreements be in writing and signed by both parties. In order to be valid, the agreement must be made voluntarily … more
What Documents and Supporting Information are Required to be Submitted with a Divorce Petition in Hawaii?
In Hawaii, a divorce petition must be signed and notarized. It must also contain sufficient facts to claim relief. (Hawaii Statutes Chapter 580, Section 2). more

What is Due Process? ... Basic Rights and Fundamental Fairness
You may hear the phrase “due process” in the media whenever a prominent criminal case is in the news, but where does it come from and what does it really mean? Where is Due Process Found Due process is a constitutional principle that our government must follow before it may take a person’s freedom or property. The 5th Amendment states, “nor shall any person be … more
The Details of Proposition 8
In November 2008, California voters went to the polls for a general election. In addition to voting for a new president and other elected officials, voters were asked to vote on a ballot proposition commonly referred to as Proposition 8. Proposition 8 asked voters to decide whether the California state constitution should be amended to change the definition of marriage in California to … more

Survey of Child Support Guidelines: Do They Use Net Income or Gross Income?
This chart from the Department of Health and Human Services shows the state laws regarding how income is determined for purposes of calculating a … more