For many children, the idea of having to say in court which parent they want to live with can be a frightening and painful experience. If there’s any way to keep your child from speaking out, we’ll do everything we can to create a solid case without them.
These days, sole legal custody is very rare unless it is proven that one parent is unfit. In terms of building your case, it’s best to go with sole physical custody, where the other parent still shares in any decision making.
If you're involved in a custody battle, it's vitally important to approach your case correctly. The case may be decided largely on the basis of the initial paperwork you file. Talk to an experienced family law attorney as soon as possible to come up with a comprehensive plan for your case.
Parental alienation syndrome describes a condition where one parent is relentlessly hostile to the other in front of the children, causing the child to express hatred toward the other parent. This syndrome sometimes become relevant in child custody cases.
Are there accusations of domestic or child abuse in your divorce? If so, and even if the allegations are untrue, it is essential that you find an experienced family lawyer to defend you. A spouse can lose significant rights if child or domestic abuse claims are accepted by the court.
We understand that no two divorces are necessarily alike. When you work with us, we’ll treat you and your situation with the care and attention you deserve from your attorney.
It’s important to keep in mind that the award of long-term alimony is extremely rare today. In most cases, alimony is ordered to be paid on a short-term or temporary basis, primarily in order to give the supported spouse time to get on his or her feet.
While no divorce is necessarily easy, they can be even more challenging when there are children involved. Let’s discuss the different types of custody arrangements that might work in your situation.
Remember, our goal in family law cases is to work out all the details with the other party outside of court. Ironing out all the details prior to seeing the judge can make for faster and smoother proceedings.
Although the family home can be a hotly contested asset in divorce proceedings, it doesn’t have to be. In many cases, it makes more sense to sell the home and split the profits with your former spouse.
Do you believe that your spouse is unfit to have custody of your child? A family lawyer knows the facts and issues to raise – if they are present in your situation – that commonly lead judges to award sole custody.
Unfortunately, even the most close-knit family can resort to feuding over an inheritance. If you want to ensure there’s no room for your children to fight over your estate after you’re gone, creating a will or trust is a good option.
Are you looking for the fastest way to get divorced? As long as you and your spouse agree, we can handle the paperwork showing the judge that all issues regarding division of property and custody have a proposed settlement.
While you may not believe you’ll have many assets in your lifetime, cars, homes and retirement accounts can quickly add up. Creating a prenuptial or post-nuptial agreement while your relationship is strong can protect you both in the event of a divorce.
Although you may clearly be the wronged party in your situation, there’s no guarantee the judge will side with you when you go to court. Having us by your side can help ensure the legalities of your case are framed in the most favorable manner.
If your child’s safety while with your ex is something that is a legitimate and serious concern for you, you may want to discuss the requirements for adjusting visitation arrangements. It may not be as hard as you imagine under the right circumstances.
If you’ve devoted the last several years of your life raising children and managing a household, you may have concerns about how you’ll support yourself after your divorce. In some cases, you may qualify for spousal support that will make your transition a little easier financially.
Is your former spouse threatening to take away your visitation rights because of a fight you recently had? When you need to ensure that your ability to maintain contact isn’t compromised without legal cause, we’re here for you.
What is an at-fault divorce? This type of divorce is filed when one partner sues for divorce due to the behaviors and actions of the other partner. For example, infidelity, abandonment and physical or emotional abuse.
Do you believe that joint custody of your children is not in the best interest of your kids? Courts tend to prefer joint custody, but will award sole custody if there are significant issues about the fitness of one spouse as a parent.
If you’ve been living in an abusive relationship, the idea of confronting your former spouse for child support can be intimidating. Having us on your side can take some of the fear out of the situation.
It’s hard for a child to be kept away from either parent- but at times, we all know that it is for the best. If you feel that is the case for your child, a good attorney can help you do all you can to keep that distance, or ensure that visitation is as safe as it can be made, which may actually be ideal.