Perspective
Sep. 10, 2016
California courts need to recognize emerging family patterns
It is long overdue that the court recognize that emerging family patterns include complex blended families in various forms. By Maya Shulman
Maya Shulman
Principal
Shulman Family Law Group
24025 Park Sorrento #310
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Univ of West Los Angeles
In addition to adoption issues, Maya's firm handles all aspects of family law including divorce litigation and mediation, finances and property. Among the firm’s extensive clientele are celebrities, sports figures and business executives.
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