Among the strengths of this comprehensive study aid:
- The clear organization and in-depth treatment of discrete topics make it easy for students to understand the nuances of family law.
- It includes central topics such as alternative dispute resolution, domestic violence, alternative reproduction, premarital agreements, and professional responsibility
- Forward looking authors who routinely interview practitioners to discern new trends in family law and family law practice.
New to the Third Edition:
- The alternative dispute resolution coverage has been expanded to include collaborative law and parenting coordination as well as mediation and arbitration.
- The implications for same-sex relationships are discussed in relevant sections throughout the book.
- The coverage of marriage has been substantially updated.
- The treatment of parentage issues has been expanded.