About John Devendorf, Esq.
John Devendorf is a graduate of UCLA and holds a J.D. from Seton Hall University School of Law, where he was a Distinguished Scholar, recipient of the ALI-ABA Scholarship and Leadership Award, and a participant in the Immigrant Workers’ Rights Clinic and special delegation to Haiti.
A licensed attorney for more than a decade, John transitioned to a career as a legal content writer and editor after an externship with the IRS, a judicial clerkship, and practicing at a civil litigation firm in Princeton, New Jersey. John now lives in Portland, Oregon, where he enjoys writing, international travel, and escape rooms.
Articles written by John Devendorf, Esq.
What Is Discrimination Law?
Federal and state anti-discrimination laws protect people from unfair treatment based on certain protected characteristics or classes. Determining whether you are protected under one of the various anti-discrimination statutes or whether you have a federal or state discrimination claim can be challenging. The following provides an overview of common discriminatory practices and the laws that prohibit them. Speak with an experienced discrimination attorney in your area who can explain your legal …
What Is Custody and Visitation Law?
Custody and visitation law is the legal framework governing parental responsibilities and decision-making authority. Issues include legal custody, physical custody, parenting time, visitation rights, and child support. Family courts can award sole or joint custody based on the child's best interests. Parents can draft their own parenting plans and custody agreements, or use family mediation to determine the primary caretaker and to modify custody. Parents often find family law attorneys helpful …
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