Government,
Family
Apr. 10, 2013
Budget cuts lead to dysfunctional family law departments
Many divorcing couples now prefer to do their talking directly or through counsel under the auspices of a mediator rather than to go to court and let a judge decide.
As a result of budget cuts, courthouse closures and staff reductions, the family law departments of the Los Angeles County Superior Court have become increasingly dysfunctional. Many divorcing couples now prefer to do their talking directly or through counsel under the auspices of a mediator rather than to go to court and let a judge decide. Under these circumstances, the lawyers who represent those parties must help their clients negotiate a deal they can both live with. The following p...
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