Utilitarianism, Deontology, and Virtue Ethics: Case Study: Starbucks   This discussion assignment requires you to submit at least four posts: an initial post, two reply posts to fellow students in threads other than your own, and a revised post in response to the professor’s feedback.   Prepare-4.png     Prepare: The initial post in this discussion […]

Many people treat their pets like family members. In fact, the courts have now been asked to consider the best interests of animals, arguing that they are more like dependents than personal property. Because of the special relationship people have with their pets, the courts are having to decide custody, access, and visitation.   Compare […]

Domestic Violence and Filing Fees for Protective Orders   Harper has been known to have a temper from time to time and has thrown things at Jett when frustrated. Recently she threw a Waterford crystal lamp at him. It bruised the left side of his face. He wants to know more about protective orders. Since […]

Rules of Professional Conduct   Review Rule 1.7 Conflict of Interest: Current Clients from the ABA Model Rules of Professional Conduct.   Now, go to the Discussion Board and post your response to the following scenario:   As you will learn in this week’s assignment, the clients, Jett Obeejebos and Harper Awezon, are very frugal […]

Many theorize why marriage rates are dropping, especially among millennials. One theory is that these individuals want a solid economic foundation before marrying. Further, “In contrast to the patterns of the past, when adults in all socio-economic groups married at roughly the same rate, marriage today is more prevalent among those with higher incomes and […]

Research the laws of your state regarding alimony or maintenance awards. When is a spouse eligible for alimony? Does the court follow a certain test or use certain criteria? Explain your answer.   Jett and Harper are seriously considering having a premarital agreement. The Uniform Premarital Agreement Act (UPAA) indicates that the parties should be […]

The purpose of this two-part project is to familiarize the student with recovery planning, starting with the BIA and continuing with a system recovery plan. By completing the two documents, the student will gain practical knowledge of two key components of the contingency planning process. The project will enable the student to see and understand […]

Requirements for Marriage   Go to Divorcelawinfo.com’s Marriage Law Center, click on “Marriage License Laws,” and then click on your state. This will bring up the basic requirements of marriage in your state. Keep the information handy for this week’s Seminar.   Next, visit the following websites for links and resources focusing on marriage and […]

Draft a Modified Divorce Decree.   Instructions from your Supervising Attorney, Del Ivery:   Dear Paralegal:   As you know, we have an unusual divorce case involving Jett Obeejebos and Harper Awezon and their precious family member, a dog named “Express.” There has been a change in circumstance since the court ordered the couple’s divorce. […]

Draft a Divorce Complaint   Course Outcome addressed in this assignment:   PA250-4: Draft a Petition for Divorce.    Instructions from your Supervising Attorney, Del Ivery:   Using the fact scenario below about Jett Obeejebos and Heather Awezon, draft a divorce complaint. You are to use California law. Make sure you indicate support, custody, and […]