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The Expat Divorce

The Expat Divorce

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  • International Family Law
  • Family Law in the United States
  • Mediation & Dispute Resolution

    International Family Law

  1. Do I need an International Family Lawyer?

    International family lawyers are often the key component to ensuring you are able to see the big picture in your case. Engaging one early in your case can help you strategically position yourself for the rest of your case.

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  2. What should I know before moving overseas?

    Learn more about what questions you need to ask before you move overseas with your family.

    Download (pdf, 12.18 MB)
  3. How do I get a U.S. passport for my minor child? (U.S. Department of State)

    Learn what forms you need to complete and what steps you must take to obtain a new or renewed U.S. passport for your child.

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  4. What is a Consular Report of Birth Abroad? (U.S. Department of State)

    Learn more about obtaining a CRBA if your child was born overseas.

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  5. What if I am concerned my child may be abducted? (U.S. Department of State)

    Learn more about the steps you should take to prevent your child from being abducted overseas by his or her other parent.

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  6. How do international issues impact my divorce? (podcast)

    Listen to this podcast to learn more about how international issues might play a role in your family law case.

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  7. What do employees of International Organizations need to think about when divorcing?

    Issues to consider when an employee of an IO

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    Family Law in the United States

  1. How do I choose a Family Lawyer?

    Get some tips on how to find the right fit for your family lawyer.

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  2. How do I prepare for my first meeting with a Family Lawyer?

    Find quick tips on what to expect for a first meeting with a potential family lawyer.

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  3. What will my family law case cost?

    Learn more about the way family lawyers bill and how they calculate the cost you will pay in your family law case.

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  4. What do employees of International Organizations need to think about when divorcing?

    Issues to consider when an employee of an IO

    Download (pdf, 142.46 KB)

    Mediation & Dispute Resolution

  1. What is mediation, and what will it look like? (A Guide by AFCC)

    Get great information about the mediation process so you can set your expectations for using this dispute resolution technique.

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  2. Is Mediation Right for Me?

    Learn more about mediation and whether it is a good process for your family.

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  3. What is International Family Mediation? (A Guide by International Social Service)

    Learn more, and have your questions answered, for whether mediation is a good fit for your family when your issues touch upon multiple countries, legal systems, and cultures.

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  4. What is Online Dispute resolution?

    Learn more about engaging in the mediation process remotely using technology.

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  5. What technology can I use to help resolve my divorce? (podcast)

    Listen to this podcast to learn more about the different technology that is being used to help streamline divorce processes.

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  6. What is Parenting Coordination and might it be useful for me?

    This short pamphlet produced by the Association for Family and Conciliation Courts helps parents understand the PC process and whether it may be helpful in their situation.

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  7. What is Collaborative Law and is this a good process for me?

    This practical FAQ by the International Academy of Collaborative Professionals helps divorcing spouses understand the collaborative law process and whether it may fit their needs.

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