Lawyers.com Family Law Topics

1. Name Changes and Document Updates After Marriage

   There are two ways to change your name after you get married. For the common usage method, make sure that your new name is on your marriage certificate, get a new driver's license and social security card, and update existing records. The other method is to get a court order and update your records.

2. Marriage Certificate Request Letter by State

   Start a Marriage Certificate Request Letter in your area by clicking on your state. After you have made your selection, fill out some basic information for your Marriage Certificate Request Letter.

3. Death Certificate Request Letter by State

   Start a Death Certificate Request Letter in your area by clicking on your state. After you have made your selection, fill out some basic information for your Death Certificate Request Letter.

4. 07.27.2010

   Ask a Lawyer: What Happens If My Ex-Spouse Hasn't Gotten a QDRO Approved Against My Retirement?

   I was divorced in 2000 at which time my ex was granted half of my retirement for the time we were married. Her attorney did not file the proper paperwork/QDRO so my employer's plan administrator threw out the request for her to receive half. I retire in 8 years.

5. 07.27.2010

   Ask a Lawyer: How Can I Avoid Going to Jail for Back Child Support?

   I have a child who is 18 and his mother just served me with papers for the arrears payment ($33,995). I do own a home and want to take out a home equity loan to pay the arrears in full. She is asking for me to be imprisoned if not paid in full by the court date of July 6, 2010. What are my options in order to avoid imprisonment?