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The Uniform Deployed Parent Custody and Visitation Act is a vast step forward, providing standard steps, rights, and procedures for deployed parents. Read more
Service members returning home from Iraq and Afghanistan face complex matrimonial problems at times. Their cases pose serious challenges for family lawyers. Read more
In a military divorce, the intent of the court is to give a benefit to an ex-spouse—equal to 50% of the service member’s retired pay at the date of divorce. Read more
Given the current status of the law, there are several remedies that can be used to protect a former spouse from reduction in his or her share of the marital portion due to the member receiv... Read more
This article, and the subsequent two installments, will explore what SBP is, how much it costs, who pays for it, how to protect the non-military spouse, and how to adjust the benefit amount. Read more
