Category COA Opinions

Divorce Agreement Signed Under Duress

Duress is the act or threat of wrongful conduct that leaves the victim with no reasonable alternative

If a parent is incarcerated, the child can still maintain a normal home through guardianship or other means if the parent stays in contact

Dividing military retirement benefits involves applying a complex framework of federal law

A ruling on a post-decree motion does not require finality language to be immediately appealable

Juvenile court opinion provides an overview of UCCJEA jurisdiction and due process requirements

Severance package accepted by husband post-service but pre-decree was his separate property

The court of appeals affirmed an award of spousal maintenance longer than the parties' marriage

The court has broad discretion in determining the valuation date of a community business

A court may transfer ownership of a life insurance policy to secure a spousal maintenance obligation