family court

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In fact, the Fairfaxes had recently appeared in family court.

From Slate • Apr. 25, 2026

Frank Perez said he would like to see changes to the family court system, because he feels their very serious concerns about his son were too easily brushed aside.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 24, 2026

“However, if the matrimonial pot does not meet the financial needs of both parties, the U.K. family court may consider splitting pre-marital assets acquired before marriage, as we explain below,” the law firm adds.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 17, 2026

Barnes, a dental practice manager, earned over $100,000 annually, according to a declaration her mother filed in family court, but had longstanding financial problems.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 5, 2025

Martha Cook, the attorney who handled our termination case pro bono, is now a family court judge in Tampa.

From "Three Little Words: A Memoir" by Ashley Rhodes-Courter