Winter 2008

Family Law Quarterly
As cohabitation becomes more popular, fewer couples are “making it official,” posing the question: what is the future of marriage? An entire issue of Family Law Quarterly is dedicated to answering this very question, with articles such as “Marital Roles and Declining Marriage Rates,” “The Decline of Formal Marriage: Inevitable or Reversible,” and “A World Without Marriage.” The publication also includes award-winning essays on banning adults from smoking in the car with children, gay parenting and Islamic marriage contracts.

The Young Lawyer
Representing children in court proceedings is a tricky area of law, so knowing the proper way to interview your child clients is important. “Interviewing Child Clients,” a feature article of the February/March 2008 edition of The Young Lawyer, explores common mistakes made by lawyers when interviewing child clients and how to avoid them. Readers will also find a checklist of tips on getting the most out of an interview with a child client.

The Young Lawyer
Also in the March 2008 edition of The Young Lawyer is information on the passage of the College Cost Reduction and Access Act of 2007. The new legislation, effective July 1, 2009, provides student debt relief for lawyers and others working in public service.

Student Lawyer
The January 2008 Student Lawyer serves as the law student’s comprehensive guide to studying abroad. In addition to information on a variety of study abroad programs, the magazine offers firsthand accounts of studying abroad from current law students.

Business Law Today
Trying to find a healthy work/life balance can be a daunting task for lawyers faced with the demands of juggling clients, billable hours, career milestones and family commitments. In the January/February 2008 edition of Business Law Today, the article “Taking care of lawyers taking care of children: Child care in the legal profession” addresses this dilemma that many lawyers face and offers solutions for both lawyers and the law firms they work for.

Note: Accredited reporters can contact Tamiko Lee at leet@staff.abanet.org for free copies of the listed publications.