ATTORNEY DANIE VICTOR HAS BEEN PRACTICING LAW SINCE 1991.

In globalizing world and in Europe, where the free movement of labor force is favored there are therefore a large number of international marriages and the parents of the children are from different countries. After the separation or divorce, frequently a problem arises - with whom and in which country the children should reside? Parents often take their children to the country of their origin without the other custodial parents consent. According to several court decisions, it can be seen that the court practice has been quite dissimilar concerning child abduction cases. Although Child Abduction Convention provides that the child should not be returned only in exceptional circumstances, the court practice shows that in many cases proceedings of returning the child have taken years because of the deficient national regulation and helplessness of the national authorities.

100 Effective Ways to be an Extraordinary Parent offers the prime pearls of wisdom from a mother of four dynamic kids. These simple and concise tips can help parents deal with the everyday challenges that face the family as well as the larger issues presented by modern culture and mass media.

Unfortunately, a divorce is akin to a war; one does not go to battle without being sufficiently prepared and without considering every strategy prior to engagement. In Winning Divorce Strategies, author and attorney Brian D. Perskin details the tactics his firm has learned and the mistakes he's seen in divorce cases with the with the goal of maximizing your happiness and ensuring you achieve the best possible outcome.

From filing for divorce through the trial, Winning Divorce Strategies provides guidance to help you avoid the pitfalls of divorce and to help you prepare a game plan to take control of your divorce. It provides information on choosing a lawyer; deciding to litigate ornegotiate; recognizing the opposition; filing and serving papers; being prepared; making financial decisions; winning custody strategies; and negotiating a win-win settlement.

Through experience gained from real-life situations, Perskin shares the divorce secrets he has discovered and details the tactics that have been designed to ensure you are in the best possible position throughout the case.

The recognition of same-sex marriages generates debate on both the federal and state levels. Either legislatively or judicially, same-sex marriage is legal in seven states. Other states allow civil unions or domestic partnerships, which grant all or part of state-level rights, benefits, and/or responsibilities of marriage. Some states have statutes or constitutional amendments limiting marriage to one man and one woman. These variations raise questions about the validity of such unions outside the contracted jurisdiction and have bearing on the distribution of federal benefits. This report discusses DOMA and legal challenges to it. It reviews legal principles applied to determine the validity of a marriage contracted in another state and surveys the various approaches employed by states to enable or to prevent same-sex marriage. The report also examines House and Senate resolutions introduced in previous Congresses proposing a constitutional amendment and limiting federal courts' jurisdiction to hear or determine any question pertaining to the interpretation of DOMA. Massachusetts became the first state to legalize same-sex marriages on May 17, 2004, as a result of a November 2003 decision by the state's highest court that denying gay and lesbian couples the right to marry violated the state's constitution.1 Similarly, state supreme courts in New Jersey,2 California,3 Connecticut,4 and Iowa5 found that denying same-sex couples the right to marry violated their state constitutions. In addition, the California, Connecticut, and Iowa courts found that parallel statutory structures, including domestic partnerships and/or civil unions, were not the constitutional equivalent of civil marriage. However, in New Jersey, the court left open the option for the state legislature to provide a parallel statutory structure which would allow same-sex couples to enjoy the same rights, privileges, and burdens as married opposite-sex couples.6 While the aforementioned states legalized same-sex marriages judicially, on April 7, 2009, Vermont became the first state to legalize same-sex marriages legislatively. State legislators garnered a sufficient number of votes to override the governor's veto. Similarly, governors in Maine,7 New Hampshire, New York,8 and Washington9 signed bills legalizing same-sex marriages.

ATTORNEY DANIE VICTOR HAS BEEN PRACTICING LAW AND LECTURING WORLDWIDE ON A VARIETY OF TOPICS SINCE 1991. ALL REQUESTS MUST BE SUBMITTED VIA FACSIMILE ONLY: 772-283-2331

Every day, in communities across the country, children are abducted by people they know, by family members, by people they have met on the Internet, by acquaintances, and by complete strangers. It is estimated that more than one million children are reported missing each year. Fortunately, many of these children return home safely within a short period of time. Unfortunately, some do not return at all. And some children who return face major obstacles in their road to recovery and healing. Several years ago, the Department of Justice, through its Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention (OJJDP), pledged itself to helping the victims of abduction, whether it be the families, the siblings left behind, or the children themselves. We have created resources to help these families cope with the aftermath of abduction and begin the healing process. With the assistance of family members who have experienced firsthand the abduction of a child, OJJDP created a guide for families of missing and abducted children, titled When Your Child Is Missing: A Family Survival Guide-one of the resources most widely requested and used by families of missing and abducted children. In 2006, we created What About Me? Coping With the Abduction of a Brother or Sister, which helps siblings who were left behind cope in the aftermath of the abduction. This third document, You're Not Alone: The Journey from Abduction to Empowerment, was prepared with the assistance of young adults who were themselves abducted as children and who are walking the path of healing and recovery. It is designed to help others who experience abduction begin to put their lives back together. Each abduction is different, and so is the path to recovery. And though the road to recovery is different for everyone, the destination is the same-to find empowerment and normalcy, and to live as full a life as possible.

Family Law practice has undergone a period of rapid and significant change with the removal of legal aid funding and the establishment of the single Family Court in particular represent major adjustment for those working in the field. A Practical Approach to Family Law provides a clear picture of the law and practice relating to family proceedings in the family court, county courts, and the High Court. Its breadth of coverage and accessible style has made it an essential resource for students and practitioners alike. In an area which continues to evolve this text is a trusted and reliable resource for busy practitioners. It's clear and accessible style make it an ideal tool for both students on LPC and ILEX courses and those in practice. Providing practical advice on the application of legal principles alongside helpful summaries the text gives a detailed overview of a broad range of family law issues. Written by a respected and authoritative team, the tenth edition of A Practical Approach to Family Law has been fully updated to take account of recent developments including the changes to legal aid for family cases and the introduction of the single family court; new rules on the instruction of experts; new approach to care proceedings and court-enforced timetable to avoid delay; and the replacement of residence and contact orders with child arrangements orders. There is also increased coverage of adoption alongside key material on mediation, child support and welfare benefits. Very much a practical guide, the book makes extensive use of examples and key documents to assist the busy practitioner and student. With additional advice on library, information, and professional development resources, A Practical Approach to Family Law provides real assistance in dealing with this dynamic area of law. The A Practical Approach series is the perfect partner for practice work. Each title focuses on one field of the law and provides a comprehensive overview of the subject together with clear, practical advice and tips on issues likely to arise in practice. The books are also an excellent resource for those new to the law, where the expert overview and clear layout promotes clarity and ease of understanding.

The first few minutes and hours after a child has been abducted are critical to any search and rescue effort. They often can mean the difference between a happy reunion between parents and child and missed opportunities and regret. At these crucial moments, everyone involved in the search and rescue effort must understand how the entire process works and his or her role in the effort. This guide, which spells out roles and responsibilities and the progression of events in a well-coordinated AMBER Alert process, was created to support and improve national, state, regional, and local responses to child abductions. Over the past decade, as AMBER Alert has expanded into a nationwide program, we at the Office of Justice Programs and the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention have worked hard to identify what works and how we can improve the process of issuing an alert and coordinating public input into the search. We have sought out the many AMBER Alert stakeholders for their expertise and insights into how to enhance the process. Our partners have told us a great deal about what works and what issues must be considered to develop an effective AMBER Alert plan. This publication encapsulates the knowledge and expertise that our partners have shared with us. It provides a general overview of each discipline's responsibilities when an AMBER Alert has been issued and recommends practices to improve the response to cases of missing or abducted children. We have made tremendous progress since 1996, when the first AMBER Alert plan was launched. However, as with any major initiative that brings together many agencies and organizations, we must remain vigilant and find ways to improve our understanding of how each stakeholder's role and responsibility fits into the overall collaboration. The stakes are high because the safety and welfare of our children are in the balance. This guide will help states and communities more effectively execute and coordinate their response when their children need them the most.

A Cup Of Coffee With 10 Of The Top Divorce Attorneys In The United States - This book is for anyone contemplating a divorce or currently going through a divorce. Ten of the top divorce attorneys in the United States will provide you with valuable insights and guide you through the unfamiliar territory of the legal aspects in a divorce. This book will provide accurate information about the most stressful issues you will face during a divorce, such as which process you should use in your divorce: collaboration, mediation, or litigation, and issues surrounding child custody, alimony, and fathers' rights? You will also learn how to find the best attorney to represent you in your divorce. Divorce can be one of the most life changing events that you will ever experience, and the decisions you make during the divorce proceedings will affect you and your children long after the divorce is final. This book provides powerful insights into the divorce process and should be required reading for anyone facing a divorce.

The recognition of same-sex marriage generates debate on both the federal and state levels. Either legislatively or judicially, same-sex marriage is legal in more than a dozen states and the District of Columbia. Conversely, many states have statutory or constitutional prohibitions against same-sex marriage. Courts are beginning to address the constitutionality of these "defense of marriage" laws using equal protection and due process analysis. In United States v. Windsor, the U.S. Supreme Court struck down the federal ban on benefits for legally married same-sex couples. However, the Court indicated that it was taking no position on a state's authority to forbid same-sex marriages. Lower courts have interpreted Windsor broadly and have found such bans to violate equal protection and due process principles. This book discusses same-sex marriage bans and federal tax issues in the aftermath of United States v. Windsor.

The Nonlawyer Lady presents the life and work of Marilyn Arons in special education. Mrs. Arons created the first Parent Information Center in the United States in 1977, developed the first parent training programs in special education, and pioneered the field of nonlawyer practice in due process hearings. Her work was controversial because she was not a lawyer, though considered a leading expert in special education law. She was also a political activist who organized parents and professionals to fight local and state corruption in the field of special education. She examined how states used federal money in the award of discretionary grants and their implementation. She worked without pay for three decades for thousands of families of disabled children who could not find representation to litigate or mediate disputes with local school districts. She never advertised, her fame growing by word of mouth. Her work began in New Jersey in 1976 and continued until 2007.