Unbundled legal representation is increasingly proposed as a solution to the access-to-justice gap in family court, where most litigants self-represent.…
The Squeeze: When Two Broken Systems Land on the Same Parent
A recent federal memo rescinded restrictions on states disqualifying SNAP benefits for noncooperation with child support, potentially affecting struggling parents…
The Access Gap AI Was Supposed to Close — And What It’s Opening Instead
A recent appellate court case highlighted issues with AI-generated citations in custody matters, revealing a trend where self-represented litigants submit…
No Transcript, No Appeal, No Accountability: How the Court Reporter Crisis Is Erasing Family Court Records
Millions of family court hearings are being conducted without reliable transcripts, leaving parents unable to challenge judicial errors on appeal.…
The Other Side Writes the Order. Here’s Why That Should Concern You.
In California family court, the attorney representing the winning side drafts the official court order, which becomes the permanent record…
No One Is Watching: How Montgomery County’s Family Court Operates Without External Oversight, and What Happens to the People Who Notice
An investigation reveals a significant accountability gap in Maryland's family court system, where civil rights complaints against judges lack external…
The Unpaid Shift
International Workers' Day highlights the ongoing struggles of working families, particularly in family courts where custody orders lack enforcement. The…
When You Can’t Afford a Lawyer: D.C. Courts Open a New Path for Parents Navigating Alone
In Washington, D.C., a new court initiative aims to support self-represented parents facing legal challenges, particularly in custody and support…
Silence as Strategy
The article discusses how selective silence in family court is often overlooked as a form of control. It emphasizes that…
AI-Created Case Law, Real Consequences: A Federal Warning Parents Should Not Ignore
A federal court case highlights the dangers of AI-generated legal documents following a brief that cited non-existent case law, leading…