Family Law

Family law is an area of the law that deals with family-related issues and domestic relations, marriage, civil unions, divorce, spousal abuse, property, spousal support, child custody and visitation, child support awards, as well as child abuse issues, and adoption.  

Divorce

Today, divorce and separation is a more complicated process than ever before. Serious questions arise as to each area covered herein. Because the law is complex and ever-changing, it is important to seek legal advice when any questions about divorce or separation arise.

Domestic Violence

According to the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence, it has been reported that every 15 seconds a woman is beaten in a domestic dispute somewhere in the United States. Domestic violence, abuse, assault and battery are all crimes that should not be treated lightly. If you are being battered by your spouse or partner, you may seek legal protection, even prosecution, whether you are married to your abuser or not.

Child Custody and Visitation

Custody and visitation litigation should generally be an absolute last resort. People are often, sadly, disappointed shortly after the case has ended and the reality sets in that things won't ever be "over", as long as both the parents are alive. Additionally, many studies have shown that often parents that do not get along well before custody litigation, actually get along even worse after the judicial decision and things often escalate because of the win-lose situation that litigation creates and fosters.

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