# legal service (blogs) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 5 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover legal service. Page: Feed: --- ## [Pausing Divorce Proceedings in California](https://www.greengiraffelegal.com/resources/articles/can-you-pause-divorce/) _2026-08-05 · Michael Caroff · Green Giraffe Legal Services_ Pausing Divorce Proceedings in California Starting a divorce doesn’t always mean you’re emotionally ready to see it through. Some couples need time to consider their next steps, work through practical concerns, or decide whether reconciliation is truly possible. Others may READ MORE The post Pausing Divorce Proceedings in California appeared first on Green Giraffe Legal Services . ## [Just Engaged or Newly Married? Here's the Legal Checklist Most Couples Skip](https://www.litixlegal.com/post/just-engaged-or-newly-married-here-s-the-legal-checklist-most-couples-skip) _2026-07-27 · mdolan67 · Litix Legal_ Most couples spend months picking flowers, venues, and seating charts — and almost no time on the legal side of building a life together. That's the gap Litix Legal set out to close in a recent webinar, "Proactively Planning for Life Together," hosted by Litix Legal co-founder and lead attorney Ryan Hurley and fractional CMO Beth Silhasek. Ryan brings more than 20 years of legal experience, from… ## [Divorce and Your Credit Score](https://www.greengiraffelegal.com/resources/articles/divorce-impact-on-credit/) _2026-07-21 · Michael Caroff · Green Giraffe Legal Services_ Divorce and Your Credit Score There’s a common misconception that divorce automatically ends your financial ties or automatically changes your credit score. In reality, divorce itself does not directly change your credit score, but the way shared debts and accounts READ MORE The post Divorce and Your Credit Score appeared first on Green Giraffe Legal Services . ## [Divorce Details That Can Affect Your Future](https://www.greengiraffelegal.com/resources/articles/divorce-documents-you-shouldnt-rush/) _2026-07-13 · Michael Caroff · Green Giraffe Legal Services_ Divorce Details That Can Affect Your Future Divorce paperwork and decisions can feel like a long checklist. Some forms simply move a case forward. Other decisions can affect your finances, parenting schedule, support obligations, and legal rights long after your READ MORE The post Divorce Details That Can Affect Your Future appeared first on Green Giraffe Legal Services . ## [Prenups Have Gone Mainstream](https://www.litixlegal.com/post/prenups-have-gone-mainstream) _2026-07-12 · mdolan67 · Litix Legal_ For a long time, the prenup stereotype was pretty specific: an older, wealthier partner asking a younger one to sign something before the wedding. That stereotype is quickly becoming outdated, and a new Bloomberg report confirms exactly what we've been seeing in our own consultations: couples of every type and income level are entering into prenups commonly and without stigma. The Numbers Tell the… ## [Love Gets You Married. Legal Planning Keeps You Married.](https://www.litixlegal.com/post/love-gets-you-married-legal-planning-keeps-you-married) _2026-07-06 · mdolan67 · Litix Legal_ You fall in love. You plan a wedding. You say "I do." What's easy to forget is that the marriage license you just signed is a legal contract — one that reshapes how property is owned, how debt is shared, who makes decisions if you're incapacitated, and who inherits what if you're gone. Couples who don't often discover the gaps at the worst possible moment — during a divorce or a death. The Legal… ## [I-ARC Member Spotlight: JustCause](https://www.immigrantarc.org/the-labyrinth/i-arc-member-spotlight-justcause) _2026-06-26 · Max Wellington · The Labyrinth Blog - Immigrant ARC_ Immigrant ARC is a coalition of immigration legal services providers and advocates working together throughout New York State to increase access to justice and access to counsel for all immigrant New Yorkers. Our coalition represents more than 80 member organizations across the state and each member brings a unique set of skills and expertise to the table which keeps our network strong. Member… ## [Living Together While Getting Divorced](https://www.greengiraffelegal.com/resources/articles/living-together-during-divorce/) _2026-06-16 · Michael Caroff · Green Giraffe Legal Services_ Living Together While Getting Divorced For some couples, divorce doesn’t immediately mean two separate homes. Housing costs, children’s routines and practical family needs can make living together during divorce a realistic short-term option. In a California divorce, spouses generally do READ MORE The post Living Together While Getting Divorced appeared first on Green Giraffe Legal Services . ## [Think Before You Register: What Arizona Cannabis Operators Need to Know About the DEA's Schedule III Registration](https://www.litixlegal.com/post/think-before-you-register-what-arizona-cannabis-operators-need-to-know-about-the-dea-s-schedule-iii) _2026-06-04 · mdolan67 · Litix Legal_ The recent rescheduling of marijuana from Schedule I to Schedule III is an historic and exciting development for the cannabis industry. Federal legitimacy, 280E tax relief, normalized banking — the benefits sound compelling. And with a 60-day filing window some operators are feeling pressure to move fast. But Arizona licensed cannabis businesses should slow down and fully consider all of the… ## [Real Timelines for Uncontested Divorce in California](https://www.greengiraffelegal.com/resources/articles/how-long-uncontested-divorce-takes/) _2026-05-26 · Michael Caroff · Green Giraffe Legal Services_ Real Timelines for Uncontested Divorce in California How long does it take to get a divorce once you have made the decision that you’re ready to move forward? It depends. If you and your future ex-spouse can agree on the READ MORE The post Real Timelines for Uncontested Divorce in California appeared first on Green Giraffe Legal Services . ## [Find what they just said (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/gcaIdhtCtY2e) _2026-05-26 · **Sponsored**_ Surface recent public signals so you can send policy-aware, relevant outreach ## [The Most Loving Thing You Can Do Before Your Wedding](https://www.litixlegal.com/post/the-most-loving-thing-you-can-do-before-your-wedding) _2026-05-21 · mdolan67 · Litix Legal_ When you hear the words “prenuptial agreement” do you the following questions immediately pop up: "Does wanting a prenup mean we don't fully trust each other?” "Are we planning for failure before we even begin?” If so, your fears may be misplaced, because the old stereotypes about prenups are outdated and quickly fading into history like they should. But if you’re still skeptical, we would like to… ## [Bearing Witness in Immigration Court: the Importance of Showing Up in Solidarity](https://www.immigrantarc.org/the-labyrinth/bearing-witness-in-immigration-court-the-importance-of-showing-up-in-solidarity) _2026-05-20 · Max Wellington · The Labyrinth Blog - Immigrant ARC_ Bearing Witness in Immigration Court: the Importance of Showing Up in Solidarity By: Stephanie Euber, Membership & Capacity Building Associate Today we are sharing an article written by Stephanie Euber, our Membership & Capacity Building Associate! Stephanie has been studying how Court Observation Programs impact the Immigration Courts in terms of their results as well as how it helps shape… ## [Understanding High-conflict Divorce Dynamics](https://www.greengiraffelegal.com/resources/articles/what-makes-divorce-high-conflict/) _2026-05-14 · Michael Caroff · Green Giraffe Legal Services_ Understanding High-conflict Divorce Dynamics No two high conflict divorces are the same. Some involve fighting during divorce that never stops. Others involve spouses who refuse to communicate, follow agreements, or make reasonable decisions. In some cases, the conflict is about READ MORE The post Understanding High-conflict Divorce Dynamics appeared first on Green Giraffe Legal Services . ## [DOJ Acts on Cannabis Rescheduling: What It Means for the Industry](https://www.litixlegal.com/post/doj-acts-on-cannabis-rescheduling-what-it-means-for-the-industry) _2026-04-23 · mdolan67 · Litix Legal_ Today, the Department of Justice and the DEA issued an order immediately moving medical marijuana from Schedule I of the Controlled Substances Act to Schedule III. This is not full federal legalization — but it's the most significant federal action on cannabis in decades. What This Means for the Industry For state-licensed medical cannabis operators, the immediate practical effect is significant:… ## [When You Can Divorce Without Going to Court](https://www.greengiraffelegal.com/resources/articles/do-you-need-court-hearing-divorce/) _2026-04-16 · Michael Caroff · Green Giraffe Legal Services_ When You Can Divorce Without Going to Court For divorcing couples, the idea of going through a courtroom battle during can feel overwhelming. Fortunately, in California, it is often possible to complete a divorce without court appearances if both spouses READ MORE The post When You Can Divorce Without Going to Court appeared first on Green Giraffe Legal Services . ## [You Deserve a Lawyer Who Knows Your Business. Now You Can Afford One.](https://www.litixlegal.com/post/you-deserve-a-lawyer-who-knows-your-business-now-you-can-afford-one) _2026-03-30 · mdolan67 · Litix Legal_ Most small and mid-sized businesses don't have a lawyer in their corner until there is a problem. This isn't because they don't need one, but because traditional hourly billing is too expensive and too unpredictable to justify having a General Counsel on the team. Business owners avoid legal counsel until something goes wrong, and by then, it's a bigger, more expensive problem that might have been… ## [What Happens After Divorce Paperwork is Filed](https://www.greengiraffelegal.com/resources/articles/what-happens-after-filing-for-divorce/) _2026-03-24 · Michael Caroff · Green Giraffe Legal Services_ What Happens After Divorce Paperwork is Filed Filing divorce paperwork is a major first step in moving on with your life, but what happens after filing divorce documents with the court? In California, divorce is a process with specific legal READ MORE The post What Happens After Divorce Paperwork is Filed appeared first on Green Giraffe Legal Services . ## [Legal Separation vs Divorce in California Explained](https://www.greengiraffelegal.com/resources/articles/legal-separation-vs-divorce-california/) _2026-03-10 · Michael Caroff · Green Giraffe Legal Services_ Legal Separation vs Divorce in California Explained When couples begin researching legal separation California options versus divorce, one of the most important things to understand is the process for both is almost identical. The main divorce differences come down to READ MORE The post Legal Separation vs Divorce in California Explained appeared first on Green Giraffe Legal Services . ## [Why Mediation Often Costs Less than Traditional Divorce](https://www.greengiraffelegal.com/resources/articles/how-divorce-mediation-saves-money/) _2026-03-03 · Michael Caroff · Green Giraffe Legal Services_ Why Mediation Often Costs Less than Traditional Divorce Divorce can be emotionally taxing and financially draining. However, for couples in California, divorce mediation offers a cost-effective alternative to traditional litigation. Anyone who has contemplated a divorce and searched online for READ MORE The post Why Mediation Often Costs Less than Traditional Divorce appeared first on Green… ## [My Dad the Lawyer](https://www.litixlegal.com/post/my-dad-the-lawyer) _2026-01-25 · mdolan67 · Litix Legal_ Michael E. Hurley, Esq. (1941 – 2021) I remember so vividly going to my Dad’s law office as a kid. Sitting in his big chair, listening to my own voice on his Dictaphone, smelling the leather books and paper files. I didn't really understand what he did, but I knew he was a lawyer; important, respected. I also knew that when people called him (often family and friends) it was serious, and they were… ## [Pirate.io on Google Play (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/RW130yBSFRlL) _2026-01-25 · **Sponsored**_ Open the Pirate.io listing on Google Play to view the app’s details. ## [Executive Order on Cannabis Rescheduling: What It Means for the Industry](https://www.litixlegal.com/post/executive-order-on-cannabis-rescheduling-what-it-means-for-the-industry) _2025-12-18 · mdolan67 · Litix Legal_ Today, the President signed an Executive Order to expedite the rescheduling of marijuana from Schedule I to Schedule III under the Controlled Substances Act ( INCREASING MEDICAL MARIJUANA AND CANNABIDIOL RESEARCH – The White House ). While significant, this order does not immediately change marijuana's legal status. The order directs the Attorney General to complete the pending rulemaking to… ## [Why the Billable Hour Persists and How Litix Is Changing It](https://www.litixlegal.com/post/why-the-billable-hour-persists-and-how-litix-is-changing-it) _2025-12-01 · mdolan67 · Litix Legal_ In our last post, we looked at the unsustainable trends in legal services: since 1977, legal costs have outpaced inflation by 4.5x, public trust in lawyers has dropped by half, and access to justice has collapsed. To reverse this trend, the traditional hourly billing business model needs to evolve, and for this to happen we need to understand where this model came from, why it persists, and how… ## [Photos from the I-ARC 5th Anniversary Benefit](https://www.immigrantarc.org/the-labyrinth/photos-from-the-i-arc-5th-anniversary-benefit) _2025-05-29 · Guest User · The Labyrinth Blog - Immigrant ARC_ A huge thank you to our sponsors: Leo Rosner Foundation, Milbank LLP, Lenni Benson, Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP, Janet Henner, Amida Care, Shayna Kessler, Julian Kline, Carrie Harvey & Omar Beer, and Priya Ghandi-Abriano ! We’d also like to thank our vendors: The Prince George Ballroom, Great Performances Catering , photographer Doreen Pierre , and Wizard Studios . We’d also like to… ## [I-ARC’s 5th Anniversary Benefit: “Fast Five” with Alina Das](https://www.immigrantarc.org/the-labyrinth/i-arcs-5th-anniversary-benefit-fast-five-with-apbco-37ysl) _2025-04-10 · Guest User · The Labyrinth Blog - Immigrant ARC_ I-ARC’s Champion of Immigrant Communities Award recipient, Alina Das. In honor of our upcoming benefit commemorating our fifth year, we wanted to share a bit more about our awardees! To celebrate those five years, we’ve done a “Fast Five” with our Champion of Immigrant Communities awardee, Alina Das, Co-Director of the Immigrant Rights Clinic at the New York University School of Law. How did you… ## [I-ARC’s 5th Anniversary Benefit: “Fast Five” with APBCo](https://www.immigrantarc.org/the-labyrinth/i-arcs-5th-anniversary-benefit-fast-five-with-apbco) _2025-04-03 · Guest User · The Labyrinth Blog - Immigrant ARC_ In honor of our upcoming benefit commemorating our fifth year, we wanted to share a bit more about our awardees! To celebrate those five years, we’ve done a “Fast Five” with our Partner in Justice awardee, The Association of Pro Bono Council (APBCo) . How did APBCo come into fruition? In 2006, five of our current members founded the organization as an association for dedicated law firm pro bono… ## [Trump 2.0 Executive Orders on Immigration - What do they mean for New York?](https://www.immigrantarc.org/the-labyrinth/trump-20-executive-orders-on-immigration-what-do-they-mean-for-new-york) _2025-01-21 · Guest User · The Labyrinth Blog - Immigrant ARC_ On his first day in office, President Trump signed over a dozen executive orders related to immigration. Below is some analysis of how these orders will affect New York and immigrant New Yorkers (for general summaries of the executive orders, see this recap from the National Immigration Law Center.) Overall, the President’s orders and messaging continued and built upon the invasion rhetoric that…