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A Child’s Choice – Does it count in divorce?

Monday December 4, 2023

[Reprinted from September, 2016]

In the District of Columbia, the courts consider the best interests of the child as the primary factor in awarding custody, based on D.C. Code, Title 16, Chapter 9, Section 16-914.  D.C. Courts must consider a child’s custodial preference whenever it is practical to do so.  There is no minimum age when the judge must listen to a child’s opinion; some D.C.…  

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OUR MODEL OF THE MONTH FOR DECEMBER. OF COURSE, WHO ELSE, MS. KEESHA S. WILLIAMS, THE CURRENT MS. DMV, CLASSY

Monday December 4, 2023
OUR MODEL OF THE MONTH FOR DECEMBER. OF COURSE, WHO ELSE, MS. KEESHA S. WILLIAMS, THE CURRENT MS. DMV, CLASSY

It is fitting that we begin to close the year, as we opened it, with a recognition and celebration of our Ms. DMV 2023. One who has brought energy, excitement and heightened visibility to this role.
Please join me in applauding her hard work, and diligence to duty.

Keesha S. Williams was born in New York and currently resides in Maryland.…  

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IS A LANDLORD LIABLE FOR GUN VIOLENCE WHERE YOU LIVE? LANDLORD LIABILITY FOR 3RD PARTY ACTIONS – D.C. COURTS [Members-Only Preview]

Friday November 3, 2023
IS A LANDLORD LIABLE FOR GUN VIOLENCE WHERE YOU LIVE? LANDLORD LIABILITY FOR 3RD PARTY ACTIONS – D.C. COURTS [Members-Only Preview]

With the rise of lawsuits against gun manufacturers, in the wake of ever-growing gun violence in the United States, the question is often asked if Landlords can similarly be held responsible for gun violence within the subject properties they own or manage.

A high school student who resides in a rental property now has limited mobility and difficulty keeping up with his schoolwork due to a gun shot wound. …  

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Topics: Gun Violence, Johnny Barnes, Landlord and Tenant Law, News
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