The legal answer book for families

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Title:

The legal answer book for families

Author:

Doskow, Emily.

ISBN:

9781413319750

Edition:

2nd edition.

Physical Description:

388 pages ; 23 cm

Series:

Nolo Press self-help law books.

General Note:

Includes index.

Contents:

Marriage -- Divorce -- Child Custody -- Child Support -- Adoption -- Children -- Elder Care -- Wills & Estate Planning -- Lawyers -- Appendixes -- A. State Rules & Resources: Marriage, Divorce, Child Custody & Support -- B. Adoption, Children, and Elder Care Resources.

Subject Term:

Domestic relations -- United States.

Genre:

Law for laypersons

Added Author:

Stewart, Marcia

Added Corporate Author:

Nolo (Firm)

Summary:

" At one time or another, the law will touch your family's life, and it's important that you have swift access to the most up-to-date information available so that your family's interests are protected. From the rights of kids, to inheritance rules, find everything you need to deal with everyday legal issues in The Legal Answer Book for Families. With this legal reference, you'll get: - a clear overview of the laws that affect personal relationships and families of all kinds - reliable and concise answers to everyday legal questions - discussions of various legal documents relevant to your family, from marriage licenses to parenting agreements - a collection of Family Law Rules & Resources, with details for all 50 states Easy-to-use, concise, and clear, The Legal Answer Book for Families is the perfect addition to any family's collection of practical reference books"--

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The quick legal reference for every family.

Here, in plain English, are answers to the everyday legal questions that nearly everyone encounters at one time or another. Written by family law experts, this book covers hundreds of legal issues, including:

Couples: Marriage requirements, prenuptial agreements, green cards for fianc#65533;s, rights of same-sex partners, obligations for a spouse's debt, divorce, changing your name after marriage or divorce, and more.

Children: Rights of birth and adoptive parents and adopted children, foster care, guardianships, child support, custody and visitation, bullying, teenage run-ins with the law and juvenile court, and kids' rights when it comes to work, driving, and special education.

Seniors: Government programs for health insurance and residential care, and essential estate planning documents such as a health ca

re power of attorney.

The second edition has been completely updated with the latest legal information and resources affecting families--from state divorce laws to the best websites for seniors.

Easy-to-use, concise, and clear, The Legal Answer Book for Families is the perfect addition to any family's collection of practical reference books.

Author Notes

Emily Doskow is an attorney and mediator who practices family law, ' including adoption, parenting issues, and divorce. She is the author of Nolo's Essential Guide to Divorce and Nolo's Essential Guide to Child Custody Support.
Marcia Stewart has written and edited dozens of Nolo books on a wide range of topics affecting families, from parenting to home buying to Social Security.

Your Family Legal Companion	p. 1
1 Marriage	p. 3
The Legal Rights and Benefits of Marriage	p. 5
Getting Married: Rules, Licenses, and Ceremonies	p. 6
Changing Your Name After Marriage	p. 10
Sharing a Spouse's Debts, Property, and Income	p. 11
How Marriage Affects Your Credit-and How to Avoid Problems	p. 14
Prenuptial Agreements	p. 18
Green Cards for Fiancés or Spouses	p. 19
Same-Sex Marriage	p. 23
Domestic Partnerships and Civil Unions	p. 26
Common Law Marriage	p. 28
Living Together	p. 28
2 Divorce	p. 33
Separation or Divorce	p. 34
Annulment	p. 37
Divorce and Family Court Proceedings	p. 38
Where Can You Get Divorced? State Residency Requirements	p. 38
Kinds of Divorce	p. 39
Will You Need a Lawyer?	p. 44
Divorce for Same-Sex Couples	p. 45
Property, Custody, and Support	p. 46
Estate Planning After Divorce	p. 49
Changing Your Name After Divorce	p. 50
Changing Your Child's Name After Divorce	p. 51
3 Child Custody	p. 53
Temporary Custody	p. 54
When Parents Decide on Custody: Parenting Agreements	p. 55
Physical and Legal Custody	p. 56
Visitation (Shared Parenting)	p. 58
Custody Decisions When Spouses Are in Different States	p. 60
How Courts Rule on Custody: The Best Interests of the Child	p. 61
Same-Sex Parents and Custody	p. 65
Mediating Child Custody and Visitation Disputes	p. 66
Changing Custody and Visitation Orders	p. 67
Custodial Interference	p. 69
Custody Issues Involving Unmarried Parents	p. 70
Surrogacy and Custody	p. 70
4 Child Support	p. 73
Who Must Pay Child Support	p. 74
How Child Support Obligations Are Calculated	p. 77
How Long Child Support Lasts	p. 79
When a Parent Falls Behind on Child Support Payments	p. 79
Modifying Child Support Payments	p. 83
Child Support and Taxes	p. 84
5 Adoption	p. 87
Who Can Adopt	p. 88
The Birth Parents' Consent	p. 90
Adoption Without Parental Consent	p. 92
Ways to Adopt	p. 93
Stepparent Adoptions	p. 101
Investigating Adoptive Parents: The Home Study	p. 102
Family Court Approval of Adoption	p. 104
International Adoptions	p. 107
Same-Sex Couples and Adoption	p. 108
Working With a Lawyer	p. 109
Adopted Children's Right to Their Birth Records	p. 110
Guardianship	p. 110
6 Children	p. 115
Baby's First Legal Documents	p. 117
Is Your Child a U.S. Citizen?	p. 120
Tax Breaks for Parents	p. 121
Keeping Children Safe	p. 126
Age of Consent to Have Sex	p. 132
Medical Care	p. 133
School	p. 134
Children at Work	p. 137
Juvenile Crime	p. 139
When Does a Child Become an Adult?	p. 146
7 Elder Care	p. 151
Getting the Right Documents in Place	p. 152
Conservatorships and Guardianships	p. 156
Medicare and Medicaid	p. 157
Long-Term Care Insurance	p. 160
Finding At-Home or Long-Term Residential Care	p. 161
8 Wills and Estate Planning	p. 169
Preparing a Basic Will	p. 170
If You Die Without a Will	p. 178
Estate Planning and Blended Families	p. 179
Planning for Loved Ones With Special Needs	p. 179
Spouses' and Children's Right to Inherit	p. 181
Probate and How to Avoid It	p. 183
Estate and Inheritance Taxes	p. 186
Funeral Planning and Other Final Arrangements	p. 188
Keeping Your Estate Plan Up to Date	p. 190
9 Lawyers	p. 193
Will You Need a Lawyer?	p. 194
Free or Low-Cost Legal Help	p. 196
Working With Lawyers	p. 197
How to Find a Good Lawyer	p. 198
How to Make Your First Meeting Successful	p. 202
Legal Fees	p. 205
How to Help Your Lawyer Do the Best Job	p. 207
Appendixes
A State Rules & Resources: Marriage, Divorce, Child Custody & Support	p. 209
B Adoption, Children, and Elder Care Resources	p. 365
Adoption	p. 366
Children	p. 367
Elder Care	p. 370
Index	p. 371

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