Vermont Family Law


"A forum for discussing all aspects of Vermont family law geared to both attorneys and litigants."

Author: Deborah T. Bucknam practices at Deborah T. Bucknam & Associates in St. Johnsbury, Vt.

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Recent Posts from Vermont Family Law


  • Will Contests---How to challenge, and how to avoid

    Will contests are one of the most interesting cases for a lawyer, but one of the most painful for a family. If someone has died leaving a will, the law allows interested parties to contest…

  • Does Adultery Matter?

    The answer is no...and yes. In Vermont, one of the grounds for divorce is adultery. In 30 years of practice, I have never seen a judge rule that divorce was granted on the grounds of…

  • OPINION: Vermont Court reform required for Vermont’s neediest children

    If a child is abused by his parents, there are two legal avenues to protect the child. One, outlined in Chapter 53 of Title 33 of Vermont Statutes Annotated, provides for the state to take…

  • Frequently asked questions about Fees and Costs in Family Law Cases

    Frequently Asked Questions about Fees and Costs in Family Law cases • How much will my case cost? It depends. In family cases, attorneys charge by the hour, or a portion thereof, for their time,…

  • Finding a spouse’s hidden income during divorceObtaining an equitable award of spousal maintenance (alimony) or child support depends in large part on obtaining accurate information about your spouse’s income. Many people believe that their spouses…

  • Preparing for the financial side of divorce

    The emotional issues associated with divorce often overshadow realistic consideration of the financial implications of the breakup of a marriage. Unfortunately, this reality may put one or both parties at financial risk because markets are…

  • Frequently asked questions about wills

    Where does my property go if I do not have a will?If you do not have a will, the state will distribute your property by what is called the laws of intestacy.Each state’s intestacy laws…

  • Vermont Family Law: Child Support Information and Pitfalls

    Vermont Family Law: Child Support Information and Pitfalls

  • Child Support Information and Pitfalls

    Vermont, like other states, (because it is required by federal law) has a child support system that is separate from other children's issues in family court. Child support is determined by a formula, called a…

  • It's Been awhile--update on the firm

    I have not posted for quite awhile. We have been very busy, and many exciting things have happened at the firm since the last post. We hired a new paralegal and two new administrative assistants…