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Family Law
Family Law from Kessler
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05/02/2012

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Term
What does the Superior Court in GA have exclusive jurisdiction over?
Definition

1. Divorce

2. Alimony

3. Child Support

 

 

Term

Extra credit

 

Tell me about Federal Courts and their jurisdiction over domestic relations

Definition
Federal courts do not have jurisdiction over domestic relations cases
Term
What subject can only judges decides?  
Definition

Child custody

Attorney's fees in divorce and child custody

Term
What two things can Judges or juries decide?
Definition

1. Divorce (GA and TX only states that allow jury trial for divorce)

 

2. Alimony

Term
Name the three elements that establish jurisdiction.
Definition

1. Subject-matter jurisdiction

2. Personal jurisdiction

4. Proper venue

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