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The devastating impact of telling a victim her case is “he said, she said”

February 5th, 2017
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Jessica Dayton
Today’s San Francisco Chronicle article, “Rape Allegation Leads to Federal Probe” February 5, 2017, documented one young sexual assault survivor’s struggle to access her rights after being raped. The article details the current Title IX c… Read More
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"Dating Relationship" in modern day terms under the DVPA

December 2nd, 2016
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Jessica Dayton
To obtain a domestic violence restraining order, the person requesting protection must show two things: (1) that the restrained person has abused or threatened to abuse the person requesting protection, and (2) the person requesting protection has a… Read More
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Should I Stay or Should I Go? What is “Date of Separation” and Why Does It Matter?

August 4th, 2016
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Jessica Dayton
The date of separation is legal term of art that has significant implications on your financial rights. The date of separation is used by California courts to determine the community assets and liabilities, the amount and duration of spousal support,… Read More
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United States Supreme Court Upholds Firearms Prohibition in Misdemeanor Domestic Violence Cases

July 11th, 2016
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Jessica Dayton
Under the Lautenberg Amendment, which Congress passed in 1996, individuals convicted of domestic violence misdemeanors can’t legally own or buy guns. In a recent US Supreme Court case, Voisine v. United States, two men who lost their right to own o… Read More
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ADZ LAW, LLP Partner Lauren Zorfas Named To The 2016 Northern California Super Lawyers List

February 24th, 2016
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Jessica Dayton
We are proud and excited to announce that Lauren Zorfas has been selected to the 2016 Northern California Super Lawyers list. Super Lawyers is a research-driven, peer influenced rating service of outstanding lawyers who have attained a high degree of… Read More
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ADZ Law, LLP attends CORA Speak Up! Luncheon.

November 12th, 2015
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Jessica Dayton
On Thursday, October 29, 2015 our entire firm had the privilege of attending this event along with many in the San Mateo community. CORA (Community Overcoming Relationship Abuse) hosted this special luncheon in recognition of Domestic Violence Awaren… Read More
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ADZ Law, LLP Welcomes Two New Associates

October 26th, 2015
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Jessica Dayton
ADZ Law, LLP is excited to announce the addition of two new associates to our firm. Claire Ramsey has worked as an attorney representing seniors in San Mateo County on issues involving elder abuse, public benefits, and health care for the last three… Read More
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Recent Court Cases Clarify Meaning of "Disturbing the Peace" Under Domestic Violence Prevention Act

October 5th, 2015
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Jessica Dayton
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. One relief victims may seek is a restraining order under the Domestic Violence Prevention Act (DVPA) of the California Family Code. Historically, it has been much easier to define and prove acts of abuse… Read More
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ADZ Law Firm Launches in San Mateo

September 10th, 2015
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Jessica Dayton
We are excited to announce the launch of our new firm! We are open in our new office space and actively accepting clients. We look forward to serving you in your family law and civil litigation needs. Read More
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