Family Law Author
Derek Malone
Derek Malone is a specialist in the financial aspects of family law, including property division and the tax implications of divorce. His advanced degree in taxation makes him uniquely qualified to handle complex financial cases.
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Articles by Derek Malone
How to Protect Assets From an Alcoholic SpouseHow to Hyphenate Your Last Name: Steps and Legal RequirementsCan I Call the Police if My Child Refuses to Come Home?First Right of Refusal in Custody Cases Involving GrandparentsWho Is the Plaintiff in a Custody Case?What Does a Notice of Default Order Issued in a Custody Case Mean?What Happens at an Order to Show Cause Hearing?Can I Drop a Temporary Restraining Order Before Court?What Happens After 60 Days of Filing for Divorce?If You Have 50/50 Custody, Can You Move Out of State?What to Do When a Non-Custodial Parent Doesn't Show Up for VisitsDo You Have to File for Divorce in the County You Were Married In?What Is a Registered Reciprocal Beneficiary Relationship?What Does It Mean to Be a Domiciliary Parent?What Is the Meaning of a Deadbeat Mom?What Is the Meaning of UIFSA in Child Support Cases?What Is the Meaning of a Biological Father?What Does It Mean to Be Declared Mentally Inept in Court?PA Divorce and the 1-Year Separation Requirement ExplainedChild Custody Mediation for Unmarried Parents: What to ExpectWithholding a Child From Another Parent With a Court Order: What to KnowWhen Can You Deny Visitation to the Non-Custodial Parent?Do You Have to Be Married to Adopt a Child?Is Getting Married in Vegas Legal? What You Need to KnowHow to Get Sole Custody of a Child in Court60/40 Custody Schedule With Alternating Weekends ExplainedIf I Have Sole Custody, Do I Have to Allow Visitation?Can I Get a Divorce Without My Spouse Knowing?What Is the Statute of Limitations on a QDRO?Step-Parent Rights If a Parent Dies: What You Need to Know