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Family Law Research Guide

This guide is provided to assist patrons with family law research questions. There are sections specifically aimed toward Practitioners, Self-Help or Pro Se individuals, and Students. There is also a section that lists specific topics of interest to famil

Comparing State Laws

Family law is state law, and laws differ from state to state. To compare laws between states, you may want to consult a compilation, such as:

You may also like to see the uniform family law models:

Family Law Arbitration Act

Marriage and Divorce Act, Model

Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act