The Swier Law Firm Family Law News Articles
Our lawyers keep you up to date on the latest legal developments in South Dakota. Read recent stories on various areas of law.
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Court Says Donor Must Pay Child SupportA sperm donor caught in the middle of a child support case says he wanted to help a lesbian couple when he made the donation nearly five years ago.
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New South Dakota Shared Parenting Bill To Be ProposedState courts handle more than 4,000 divorce cases a year and many involve children and a battle over custody.
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Bills Introduced to Strengthen Domestic Violence LawsAfter years of trying and failing to improve South Dakota's definitions of domestic violence laws, legislators are expecting to consider six bills.
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Chris McClure Adjunct Professor School of LawChris McClure has been selected to serve as an Adjunct Professor at the University of South Dakota School of Law for the 2014 Spring Semester.
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Adoption in South Dakota: How To Make A Forever HomeMost people understand the concept of adoption, but not everyone knows what the process really looks like. We can help you expand your family with adoption.
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South Dakota Panel Recommends Broadening Domestic Abuse LawA South Dakota legislative panel has recommended broadening the state's domestic abuse law so it would cover dating couples who don't live together.
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Will South Dakota See Gay Marriage Soon?With same sex marriage legislation being put into motion in Minnesota, it raises the question of when or if South Dakota will do the same?
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South Dakota Tribes Focus on Creating Own Foster Care SystemTribal members from South Dakota gathered Monday in Rapid City to discuss how they could form their own tribal-run foster care system.
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Former Senator Dorgan Moderates Discussion on ICWAThe Indian Child Welfare Act depends on the federal government's ability to work with state governments and ensuring that tribal courts have proper resources.
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South Dakota Deflect Criticism After ICWA Conference AbsenceState of South Dakota Deflects Criticism After Absence at ICWA Conference