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Is Mahr enforced in US divorce courts?

Is Mahr Enforced in U.S. Divorce Courts?

Opposing Counsel says MAHR is a Sharia religious requirement and should not be enforced in the California court. Is this true?

When family lawyers hear “MAHR,” many think of a religious requirement under Sharia law. This is incorrect…
Proxy Marriage of California Residents FAQs- What the Law Really Says

Proxy Marriage of California Residents

FAQ's - What The Law Really Says

Can I marry my Iranian fiancé by Power of Attorney in California?

سؤال: آیا می‌توانم با وکالتنامه در کالیفرنیا با نامزدم از ایران ازدواج کنم؟

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The Pyramid of Power in Middle Eastern and Western Cultures

Pyramid of Power

Legal and Cultural Implications In Iranian Family

The concept of a “pyramid of power” in Iranian families is a fundamental element that shapes both cultural expectations and legal interpretations in matters related to California family law disputes.
Public Policy vs Mahr - When Silence Is Not Enough

Public Policy vs. Mahr

When Silence Is Not Enough

Courts may debate Mahr’s compatibility with state law, but they cannot avoid explaining themselves. Public policy requires reasons, not silence. The importance of the 2025 Shabanian v. Hosseini. decision from the Tennessee Court of Appeals.
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