'Kids Count'
August 27, 2003
Whether you represent the father or the mother in a custody dispute, every attorney has an obligation, professionally, ethically, and morally, to make certain that the children involved in a case are protected. Some practitioners find it difficult to protect the child's interest, while at the same time being expected to advocate properly on behalf of one parent in the custody matter. After all, to represent a parent zealously may entail necessary action that could subject the child to psychological evaluations, interviews by the judge, and other litigation-related participation. Forcing a child to play an active role in a custody matter can cause him/her lifelong scars.
Defining 'Best Interest'
August 27, 2003
The 'best interest of the child' standard reverberates through countless judicial opinions involving children. Despite steady criticism of its indeterminacy and vagueness, it persists and even expands its legal domain.
Can a Woman Father a Child?
August 27, 2003
When can a woman become a father? According to the Superior Court of Pennsylvania, when she is a lesbian. In a recent case, the Pennsylvania Superior Court applied estoppel to impose child support obligations on a woman who 'fathered' five children. Specifically, the court affirmed an order requiring the woman to pay child support to her former lesbian partner after she sought and won custody rights to the children born during their relationship.
Bit Parts
August 27, 2003
Recent developments in entertainment law.
Courthouse Steps
August 27, 2003
Recently filed cases in entertainment law, straight from the steps of the Los Angeles Superior Court.
Cameo Clips
August 27, 2003
Recent cases in entertainment law.
On the Job: In Large Marketing Operations, Think Small
August 26, 2003
Whether increases in staff and responsibility come through consolidation, market growth or merger, many law firm marketing departments are facing issues brought on by their larger size. The best advice in most situations is to 'think small.'
Research Notes
August 26, 2003
The BTI Consulting Group, Boston, MA just released the results of a new survey of law firm Chief Marketing Officers (CMOs). The results are based on telephone interviews conducted during the first quarter of 2003 with the CMOs of 62 AmLaw 200 firms.
