Divorce & Family Law Our firm specializes in all matters related to Family Law. We have experience handling cases in the following areas: divorce separation (separate maintenance) annulment ante-nuptial or postnuptial agreements paternity (including genetic paternity testing) cohabitation agreements custody disputes, post-divorce custody problems, parenting time child support spousal support (alimony) support enforcement and modification change of domicile adoption & surrogacy step-parent adoption bankruptcy before, during or after your divorce domestic violence, restraining orders and personal protection orders juvenile law child abuse, neglect and child endangerment guardianships and/or conservatorships business and property evaluation evaluation of a professional practice division of retirement assets taxation and estate planning in the divorce context Divorce can be one of the most stressful periods in a person’s life. Unlike other areas of civil litigation, neither party “wins” in a divorce. The family members all lose something when a complaint for divorce is filed. Attorneys facilitate the break-up of the family and division of the marital estate pursuant to equitable terms so that all family members may move-on with their lives. Often, the public courtroom, although sometimes necessary, is not the preferred venue for the sensitive issues involved in a divorce. All divorces begin with the filing of a complaint for divorce at the county courthouse. Our lawyers ensure that your case is prepared prior to filing, during the discovery process, through the negotiations inevitable in divorce proceedings, and after the judgment of divorce is entered with the court. Our firm will protect your interests by maintaining a position of strength through preparedness in all phases of the divorce process. When appropriate, our firm uses a team approach to reach an equitable resolution to your divorce. We work with specialists in the areas of financial planning, taxation, accounting, business valuation, and counseling to thoroughly prepare you for a smooth transition to your post-divorce life. This is important because your life will go on after the stress of divorce recedes. If you are contemplating a divorce that involves any of the above issues, or even if you and your spouse have agreed on the terms of your split, you need an affordable attorney that is experienced, knowledgeable, motivated, and capable of guiding you through this critical time. For those without experience with the legal system or lawyers, the process is intimidating. Hiring the right lawyer early will provide you with some peace of mind in this time of personal upheaval. Our firm’s reasonable legal fees and flexible payment options will provide you with the comfort of knowing your divorce will be affordable. Contact us for additional information.