About Tim Kelly, J.D.
Tim Kelly is a graduate of Mitchell Hamline School of Law in St. Paul, Minnesota. A writer by trade, Tim worked for years in retail copywriting before serving as an entertainment journalist both online and in print. As a journalist, he was quoted by the New York Times, CNN.com, and EW.com; and saw his written work published in the World Film Locations series of books. In 2017, he shifted his focus toward the legal industry, with an emphasis on small business law. Tim currently writes for SuperLawyers.com and lives in the Twin Cities, where he enjoys being a husband and new dad.
Articles written by Tim Kelly, J.D.
How To Find the Best Drug Charge Defense Attorney
While no one ever wants to face drug crime charges, having a great criminal defense lawyer at your side can sometimes make all the difference between a plea agreement and jail time. In the United States, you can face serious criminal repercussions for drug charges. People face criminal drug charges when they are found to be in illegal possession of a controlled substance. Controlled substances are drugs that the federal and state governments have deemed to pose a risk of addiction or harm when …
Federal Drug Crimes and Penalties
Controlled substances are drugs that the federal government has deemed to pose a risk of addiction or harm when abused or misused. Title 21 U.S.C., the federal Controlled Substances Act, categorizes controlled substances into "schedules" based on their likelihood of abuse and harm posed. You can be charged for both state and federal drug offenses in the United States if you violate controlled substance laws. Common federal drug charges include simple possession of a controlled substance, drug …
Child Custody Tax Issues: Who Claims a Child on Taxes?
The federal government allows parents of minor children certain tax benefits each year. For example, in the United States, parents can receive an income tax credit for each of their children under the age of 17. These benefits can help ease the burden come tax season and allow parents some extra money as they raise their families. But which parent claims the child tax credit when there are issues between the parents involving child custody? No matter what kind of relationship a parent has with …
Do I Need a Lawyer for Child Custody Issues?
Child custody matters are a highly sensitive area of family law. Sometimes, amicable parents can work together to create a parenting plan. Other times, however, there are disputes between the parents that can only be resolved in court. When custody of your child is at issue, consider seeking family law attorneys in your area with experience in custody law. Many law firms offer free consultations where you can speak to a child custody lawyer and determine if they fit your needs. When Facing …
How To Get Custody of the Dog
Often when couples come together in a committed relationship or marriage, a family pet isn't far behind. However, who gets custody of the bet when the relationship ends? Pet custody is a tricky area of family law because so many people assume it works similarly to child custody. However, this tends not to be the case. That's because courts generally look at our beloved pets not as children but as personal property. This article serves as an introduction to pet custody issues in divorce …
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