What Is Foster Care?
Foster care is generally when a child is placed in the custody of either a family member or a group home. When a child is placed with a family member, this is called Kinship Care, and the …
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What Is Aging Out Of Foster Care?
When a person turns 18, they receive certain rights, like the right to vote; but they are also deemed to be the age of majority. This means that they are no longer a child, but rather, are …
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Legal Articles
What is a Guardian Ad Litem?
A guardian ad litem is appointed by a court in order to represent the best interests of the child. Either parent can request that a guardian ad litem be appointed for their child, or the court can appoint a guardian ad litem for the child. While some states require that a guardian ad litem be an attorney, other states’ courts will appoint guardian ad litems who are not …
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What to Bring to Your Divorce Consultation
A divorce is a life changing event. Sometimes a divorce is amicable and sometimes it is contested. Either way, it is wise to hire an attorney with whom you are comfortable and who you trust to look out for your interests in the divorce settlement. Your first meeting with an attorney is called a consultation. It is usually through this consultation meeting and reference …
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