Work of the Family Lawyer, Third Edition / Edition 3

by Oliphant

Overview

Work of the Family Lawyer is a concise, accessible casebook that provides an integrated perspective on the theory and practice of family law. Its manageable size and stand-alone chapter organization supports a wide range of teaching options in either a classroom or clinical setting.

Topics and issues are presented in historical and social context, supported by relevant social science research. Cases focus on legal principles and judicial reasoning, and provocative questions are designed to challenge students’ understanding of relevant issues. A comprehensive Teacher’s Manual provides answers to problems and strong support for presenting material.

The Third Edition offers updated cases and coverage of all topics. Pedagogy has been enhanced to include new learning objectives and a Preparation for Practice section has been added to sharpen the focus on skills exercises and professional development.

Hallmark features of Work of the Family Lawyer:

• Flexible, stand-alone chapter organization supports a wide range of teaching approaches.

• Concise, accessible text appropriate for classroom or clinical settings.

• Brief introductory overviews of the topic of each chapter.

• Issues and Cases section places each case in historical and social context.

• Skillfully edited cases bring legal principles and judicial reasoning into sharp focus.

• Provocative discussion questions reinforce student understanding.

• Context and Principles sections toward the end of each chapter relate material to relevant social science research.

• Comprehensive Teacher’s Manual provides detailed advice and answers to problems.

The revised Third Edition offers:

• Updated cases and coverage.

• Enhanced pedagogy, including:

• New learning objectives.

• Highlighted black letter principles.

• A Preparation for Practice section focusing on skills exercises and professional development.

• Illuminating video vignettes on e-book or companion website.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781454806172
Publisher:	Wolters Kluwer Legal & Regulatory
Publication date:	05/26/2012
Edition description:	Older Edition
Pages:	1110
Product dimensions:	7.70(w) x 10.20(h) x 1.60(d)

Table of Contents

Summary of Contents

Part I. State, Federal, and Constitutional Regulation of Marital Relationships

Ch. 1. The Family Lawyer; Cultural Changes; and State Power to Regulate Marriage and Divorce

Ch. 2. Marriage Requirements

Ch. 3. Annulment of Marriage

Ch. 4. Grounds for Divorce

Ch. 5. Constitutionalizing Marital Relationships

Ch. 6. Jurisdiction

Part II. Restructuring Parent-Child Relationships at Divorce

Ch. 7. Child Custody and Parenting Plans

Ch. 8. Parenting Time and Visitation

Ch. 9. Modification of Child Custody/Parenting Plans and Relocation

Ch. 10. Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act

Part III. Financial Support at Divorce

Ch. 11. Establishing Child Support

Ch. 12. Modification and Enforcement of Child Support

Ch. 13. Establishing Alimony

Ch. 14. Modification of Alimony

Part IV. Distribution of Property

Ch. 15. Division of Property at Divorce

Ch. 16. Premarital Contracts

Ch. 17. Cohabitation Outside of Marriage

Part V. Protection of Family Members

Ch. 18. Domestic Violence

Ch. 19. Child Abuse

Ch. 20. Termination of Parental Rights

Ch. 21. Abortion

Part VI. Creation and Recognition of "New" Family Relationships

Ch. 22. Parentage

Ch. 23. Adoption

Ch. 24. Alternative Reproduction

Part VII. The Changing Role of the Family Lawyer

Ch. 25. Mediation, Collaborative Law, Parenting Coordination, and Arbitration

Ch. 26. Professional Responsibility