Maine Community Law

[Maine Community Law @MCLCPortland]

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the closing of the Maine Community Law Center.  Please read our full closing announcement on our website: https://t.co/xryiQYeagJ

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"All seven of our attorneys do Family Court, day in and day out, and even for us this is uncharted water” Alison Bates, a partner at a New York family law firm, said in a recent article on co-parenting in a pandemic: https://t.co/WH51TyGzBE

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Ever heard the term "guardian ad litem" or "GAL" and wondered what it meant? MCLC's own Amanda LaBelle, Esq. is currently training to be a GAL and offered to provide some insight on this commonly misunderstood role. Read what she had to say here: https://t.co/eNL7h3cYmm

[Kids First Center @kidsfirstmaine]

Seven Guidelines for Parents Who Are Divorced/Separated During the COVID19 Pandemic https://t.co/xLgi4KiDGc

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Xi’an, China saw a spiked divorce rate after their lockdown was lifted. Will the US follow-suit? Forced to talk to each other, couples may realize what they miss when focused on other distractions, or perhaps, what they have been avoiding. Read more: https://t.co/0AJIDKrgEe

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While reality TV may not be part of our normal viewing rotation, the insight on prenuptial agreements voiced by Vanderpump Rules' Stassi Schroder in this recent @glamourmag article has us re-thinking our skepticism. She insists "prenup isn't a dirty word." https://t.co/JzOfEE3pW3

[Maine Community Law @MCLCPortland]

We are still here for you. While the MCLC physical office has temporarily closed to protect our staff and clients, we remain open to serve you by phone, email and video conference. Visit our website for more on MCLC and COVID-19: https://t.co/qkY0cvOTXy

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Walk step by step through the legal side of your divorce or parental rights action with MCLC’s “Break-Up Legal Flowchart," a free resource for family law litigants available on our website. Check it out: https://t.co/1JQSnv8KMG

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THIS Thursday, 2/20, MCLC's own Hannah Fujimaki, Esq. will be a panelist at USM's Women In Leadership Breakfast & Panel Discussion. The panel will focus on financial empowerment and helping women to take control of their finances and plan for the future: https://t.co/RLKE2yFPP4

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Happy #ValentinesDay! In honor of this day of love, we asked Attorney Hannah Fujimaki to share what she has learned since delving into the world of #familylaw.
Her response? “‘Prenup’ means ‘I love you.’” Find out what she means here: https://t.co/y60myYREJd

[AALS @TheAALS]

.@UMaineLaw Refugee and Human Rights Clinic and Penn State Law Immigrants’ Rights Clinic co-publish legal guide for asylum seekers.
https://t.co/fjsmShgvQd

[Maine Community Law @MCLCPortland]

We are thrilled to be hosting Timothy Robbins, Executive Director of @kidsfirstmaine for a Lunch and Learn THIS Friday, 12/13, and look forward to learning more about the programs offered at Kids First. Lunch will be provided, and all are welcome. Details: https://t.co/Fw2O3LQSD6

[Maine Community Law @MCLCPortland]

We are so excited to have Attorney Mandi LaBelle as a part of the MCLC team! Mandi's practice will focus on family law, wills, special education and guardian ad litem work.
https://t.co/Kra0onl0q1

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Join us TONIGHT at @PortPublicLibME for a free class on family court process and the financial aspect of divorce. 5:30-6:30pm. Learn more and RSVP:
https://t.co/WlEq0gKFyI

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We were sad to hear of the passing of Justice Ruth Abrams, the first woman to sit on the highest court in Massachusetts, and the author of history-making decisions on family law and gender equality. Read more: https://t.co/xcs3VO0ibb

[Maine Community Law @MCLCPortland]

MCLC’s Break-Up Legal Flowchart, a new resource for family law litigants, is now available on our website. Walk step-by-step through the legal side of your divorce or parental rights action, with guidance, definitions of commonly used terms, and more:
https://t.co/5F9X2RPf0I

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Many of the habits associated with the culture of success in the legal profession are also associated with mental health issues. @lawdotcom is seeking to destigmatize the discussion around mental health, stress, and addiction, and to create change. More: https://t.co/GSSTdzGx5v

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Are you or a family member engaged in a parental rights or divorce case? Join us 10/2 and 10/8 @PortPublicLibME for FREE classes on the family court process. Learn more and RSVP: https://t.co/WlEq0gKFyI

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We look forward to the possibility of a partnership with @UMaineLaw and the chance to better serve rural areas of the state. Read more on the report: https://t.co/gbrHncVe1g

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A great op ed written by @UMaineLaw Professor Deirdre Smith in the Bangor Daily News. We have made progress to help families in crisis, but more work needs to be done, including access to legal services for all parties involved. #accesstojustice #A2J https://t.co/NYrEXp9mik