Use our resources to learn more about the topic of Family Law, from preparing for an initial attorney meeting to assembling a financial statement.
Preparing for the First Meeting with Your Attorney
If you have reached the point where you are considering contacting a family law attorney, you are probably undergoing an emotional and stressful time in you life. The advice and involvement of an experienced family law attorney can help.
Managing Property After Marriage Dos and Don'ts
From prenuptial agreements to business management, this brief guide offers instruction on how to resolve and prevent common problems related to marital assets.
Child Support
Child support is a right that belongs to your child or children. It is ordered by the court to help make sure that your children receive financial support while they are growing up. Child support is not meant to be used as a weapon to punish an erring spouse, or as a tool to leverage a better financial settlement. Child support belongs to the child, not the parents. If you need help enforcing your children's rights, contact an experienced family law attorney as soon as possible.
Alternate Dispute Resolution
More and more family law matters are being heard outside the courtroom, and are resolved by using methods known as "alternate dispute resolution," or ADR. Any family court judges order ADR as a way of avoiding litigation. ADR has several advantages: it is generally less expensive than taking a case through the court system, cases are resolved more quickly, and the parties are given every opportunity to participate in creating the final result. ADR often allows parties to reach an agreement without all of the bitterness that can result from traditional court proceedings.
Sample Financial Statement
This form, used in conjunction with the advice and counsel of a family law attorney, can be useful in putting together your own financial statement and verifying that the information you receive from your spouse is complete.
The information you obtain at this site is not, nor is it intended to be, legal advice. You should consult an attorney for individual advice regarding your own situation.
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