Grandparents' visitation rights are not ironclad; protracted legal battles over grandparent visitation are unlikely to produce the sort of benefits that children of divorce need

Article Abstract:

Despite the presence in all 50 states of statutes providing some sort of grandparent visitation with the children of divorced parents, enforcement is difficult and hinges on clear proof that harm will otherwise come to the child. Litigation over such visitation is rarely the best course, and can itself cause considerable harm to the child. Generally, states may interfere in a parent's decisions on this matter upon a showing of compelling circumstances. The evolution of Georgia's law in this regard is explored.

Laws, regulations and rules, Visitation rights (Domestic relations), Grandparents, Georgia, states

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Chicago sex rule doesn't go far enough

Article Abstract:

The American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (AAML) recently implemented ethical rules. Rule 2.16 prohibits attorney-client sex during the professional relationship. The language of the Chicago Bar Association proposal on the same subject is too vague and open to differing interpretations. It states the attorney may not use 'duress, intimidation or undue influence' to start an affair with a client. Clearer language, such as that used in the AAML rule, should be adopted.

Social aspects, Letter to the Editor, Practice of law, Attorney and client

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One court, one rule on ethics

Article Abstract:

Choice of law is a common problem in legal ethics matters. An increasing number of lawyers practice in more than one state, and which ethics code governs can be very important in view of the differences between state rules. The ABA Standing Committee on Ethics and Professional Responsibility has proposed an amended Model Rule 8.5 including a 'predominant effects' exception to deal with choice of ethical rule issues.

Analysis, Conflict of laws

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