Family Law

"Family Law" includes almost all aspects of the husband and wife relationship, spousal relationship and the parent and child relationship. Premarital Agreements, divorce, child custody, visitation rights, child support, alimony, division of retirements and other marital property, marital agreements and adoption are all part of family law.

If you find yourself facing one of these difficult issues, an experienced family lawyer can help! Our approach to family law is to help you stay focused on the critical, long-term issues and to help you meet your most important goals, not to get bogged down in expensive or endless litigation. We are sensitive to the continuing needs of the family, even when your family may be coming apart.

Most family law matters get resolved outside of the courtroom by negotiation or mediation. Your perspective on what your family needs will help your attorney navigate the legal system with skill as applied to those needs. You can exert the most control over the outcome of your case if you negotiate a settlement. We can provide you with the information and creative thinking that you need to find the best solutions for you and your family.

If litigation becomes necessary, despite best efforts to reach an agreed settlement, we have the experience to present your case in court in a logical, rational, legal manner to help you enforce your rights.

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• What are the grounds of divorce?
• Do I have to file for divorce to get custody, child support or alimony?

Forms

• Family Law Intake Form (PDF)
• Family Law Intake Form (Rich Text)