The Family Law Quarterly publishes these charts in conjunction with the annual Family Law in the Fifty States Case Digests. The charts summarize basic laws in each state by topic, including custody, alimony and grounds for divorce. All charts are current as of November 2005.

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Chart 1 -- Alimony/Spousal Support Factors

Chart 2 -- Custody Criteria

Chart 3 -- Child Support Guidelines

Chart 4 -- Grounds for Divorce and Residency Requirements

Chart 5 -- Property Division

Chart 6 -- Third-Party Visitation

Chart 7 -- Appointment Laws in Adoption, Guardianship, and Parentage Cases

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The general public can obtain additional information by contacting the appropriate state or local bar association.

Please note:
Matters dealing with marriage, divorce, separation, domestic violence, child abduction, child custody & visitation, child support, adoption, trusts, wills, estates, property, etc. are under the jurisdiction of state and local courts. The American Bar Association Section of Family Law is a national association for marital and family law attorneys. We are not qualified to provide legal advice. If you need to consult with a lawyer and are unable to locate one through your personal contacts, please visit the ABA referral service web site.