Jack Gilbert

Citizenship & Naturalization Immigration Law Interview Preparation Legal Rights Spanish Language Resources

If Your Citizenship Interview Is in Spanish, Know These 9 Rights First

May 1, 2026

If your U.S. citizenship (naturalization) interview is conducted in Spanish, you still have the same legal rights and obligations as any applicant, including the right...

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Child Advocacy Child Welfare Family Rights Foster Care Immigration Law

The Rights of an Immigrant Child in Foster Care After a Parent’s Deportation

May 1, 2026

An immigrant child in foster care after a parent’s deportation still has the right to safety, education, medical care, and due process in all child...

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Domestic Partnerships Family Law Legal Rights and Protections Marriage and Relationships Personal Finance and Benefits

How a Domestic Partnership Is — and Isn’t — Like a Marriage

May 1, 2026

A domestic partnership can grant some of the legal benefits of marriage—often limited to state-level rights and employer-provided benefits—but it generally does not create the...

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Child Support Divorce and Separation Family Law Higher Education Finance Parental Rights and Obligations

Can a Court Order You to Pay Your Adult Child’s College Tuition?

May 1, 2026

In some states, a court can order a parent to contribute to an adult child’s college tuition, but many states prohibit post‑majority support unless the...

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Identity Protection Legal & Regulations Personal Finance Real Estate Renter Rights

Can Your Landlord Ask for Your Social Security Number? The Answer Depends on Your State.

May 1, 2026

Yes—your landlord can often ask for your Social Security number for screening, but whether you must provide it depends on your state and the rental...

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Consent Laws Criminal Defense & Legal Advice Legal Costs and Fees

Romeo And Juliet Law Attorney Fees – Cost Breakdown

May 1, 2026

Attorney fees in Romeo and Juliet law cases typically range from about $1,500 to $10,000+, depending on whether the matter is handled as advice-only, a...

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California Legislation Digital Legacy Estate Planning Online Privacy Social Media Law

What Happens to Your Social Media Account After You Die — The New California Rule

May 1, 2026

In California, a new law lets you choose what happens to your social media accounts after death—either appoint a digital representative, direct deletion, or allow...

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Conflict Resolution Divorce & Separation Family Law Legal Advice Personal Finance

Why a Mediator Is Usually Cheaper Than a Lawyer — and Sometimes Worse

May 1, 2026

Divorce mediation typically costs 40-60% less than hiring divorce lawyers because fees are split and the process is shorter. It can be worse when there’s...

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Child Custody Divorce & Separation Family Law Legal Advice Social Media & Technology

The Social Media Clause Every Divorce Decree Now Includes

May 1, 2026

Many divorce decrees now include a social media clause that restricts posts about the divorce, the other spouse, and the children. Courts and attorneys use...

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Child Custody Family Law Family Relationships Grandparenting Legal Rights

Grandparents’ Rights in 2026 – What You Can — and Can’t — Demand

May 1, 2026

In 2026, grandparents’ rights are determined under 50 state-specific laws, and courts usually grant visitation only if it serves the child’s best interests and won’t...

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Child Custody Child Development Divorce & Separation Family Law Parenting & Co-Parenting

The ‘Bird’s Nest’ Custody Arrangement That’s Replacing 50/50

May 1, 2026

Bird’s nest custody keeps the children in one primary home while the parents rotate in and out on a set schedule, instead of moving the...

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Arizona Legislation & Policy Artificial Intelligence & Technology Child Custody & Parenting Family Law & Divorce Legal Mediation & Arbitration

AI-Assisted Divorce Arbitration – The Arizona Law Parents Should Watch

May 1, 2026

Arizona lawmakers are considering AI-assisted divorce arbitration for disputes involving custody, parenting plans, and asset division. The proposal would allow certain AI tools to support...

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