Domestic Relations, Cases and Materials -10th Edition - Walter Wadlington

Domestic Relations, Cases and Materials 10th Edition ISBN 9781685613815

Tenth Edition Preface

The Tenth Edition of this casebook continues to present carefully edited judicial opinions from state, federal, and international courts that reflect the evolution and ongoing dynamism of domestic relations law. These cases are paired with compelling factual scenarios that illustrate the interplay between common law and statutory frameworks. The focus remains on the broad spectrum of family law across jurisdictions, encompassing issues from assisted reproductive technology to termination of parental rights. This is a comprehensive, not a niche, casebook—designed to reflect uniform legislation and shifting judicial perspectives across all states.

This edition notably expands its treatment of nonmarital contracting, domestic abuse, and both state and federal responses to emerging legal developments in areas such as abortion access, school voucher programs, and gender neutrality.

Throughout the chapters, students will find numerous Problems drawn from real state and federal cases. These exercises are designed to deepen understanding and highlight the real-world impact of family law doctrines and decisions. The structure of the casebook follows a logical and concise progression—from nonmarital cohabitation to adult adoption—making it adaptable for two-, three-, or four-credit courses. A statutory supplement is also available to offer broader context on how legislation shapes family law nationwide.

Topics Covered Include:

• Nonmarital Cohabitation: Including developments such as the proposed Uniform Cohabitants’ Economic Remedies Act.
• Free Exercise Challenges: Exploring the intersection of religious liberty with parental rights, school vouchers, and minors' access to medical treatment.
• Premarital and Marital Contracting: Addressing requirements for valid execution and enforceability of agreements.
• Assisted Reproductive Technology: Including legal issues surrounding surrogacy, posthumous conception, and embryo disposition at divorce.
• Marriage: Covering common law marriage, proxy marriage, and the rationale for formalities in state-recognized unions.
• Divorce: Including grounds for dissolution, defenses, and jurisdictional requirements such as domicile.
• Marital Property and Spousal Support: Defining divisible property, distinguishing temporary and permanent support, and conditions for termination.
• Child Support: Addressing guideline formulas, the impact of joint custody, and federal mechanisms for enforcement.
• Child Custody and Visitation: Including parenting plans, allocation models, best interest standards, and modification of custody orders.
• Termination of Parental Rights: Covering constitutional protections, predictive termination, and access to civil representation.
• Adoption (Minors and Adults): Including agency accountability and the legal framework for international and domestic adoptions.

Wadlington, O'Brien and & Wilson Domestic Relations, Cases and Materials 10th Edition ISBNs 9781685613815 & 9798895455616