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Guardian ad Litem Reports

December 19, 2017 - In cases involving parenting disputes, the Court may appoint a guardian ad litem (“GAL”). The GAL is typically an attorney or a mental health professional, but must be trained and certified as a GAL. The role of the GAL is to represent the best interests of a child, conduct an investigation and make a recommendation […]

Can a parent compel the disclosure of a child’s therapy records in a parenting dispute?

October 4, 2017 - Generally, a parent may not compel the disclosure of a child’s therapy records in the context of a parenting dispute. The N.H. Supreme Court addressed this issue in the 2005 case In the Matter of Berg and Berg which remains good law today. In Berg, the father filed a contempt motion against the mother, asserting […]

Understanding “First Appearance” in Divorce

September 18, 2017 - The filing of a Petition for Divorce triggers several deadlines and obligations. These deadlines and obligations are explained in the packet of service paperwork that the non-filing party will receive at the outset of litigation. One such obligation, applicable to all parents of minor children, is attendance at the First Appearance session. Parties are required […]

What To Do If Considering A Divorce Action

September 7, 2017 - Filing for divorce can be an overwhelming decision. Taking the initial steps to contact and consult with an attorney can be difficult and it may take you considerable time to take that first step. However, there are a number of things you should be doing while you are still in the decision making process. Protecting […]

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Guardian ad Litem Reports

Can a parent compel the disclosure of a child’s therapy records in a parenting dispute?

Understanding “First Appearance” in Divorce

What To Do If Considering A Divorce Action